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With our advantageous Atlanta location, small class sizes, and high placement rates, Mercer is where you need to be.
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Mercer Pharmacy: The BEST Choice for Your Future.
Choosing Mercer University for your Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree sets you up for a high-demand, well-balanced career. Since 1903, Mercer has trained pharmacy leaders, and is ranked as the top private program in the South.*
Located in Atlanta, home to Emory Healthcare, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, leading pharmaceutical companies, and world-class research institutions, you’ll secure exceptional clinical rotations, internships, and networking opportunities.
* US News and World Report
Why Choose Mercer Pharmacy?
Named the #1 Private Pharmacy School in the South for over 20 years by U.S. News & World Report.
The Tony and Nancy Moye College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences has some of the most state-of-the-art teaching and lab technology in the country.
Mercer means jobs. Upon graduation, 95% of our students report they are employed, or in a fellowship or residency. Our first-time pass rates for the NAPLEX and MPJE exams are among the highest in Georgia.
Mercer: The Atlanta Advantage
Thanks to our advantageous Atlanta location, Mercer is where your dreams come to life. World-class hospitals, renowned research facilities, and vital government agencies are within a short drive of our campus. We are connected with many of these locations. Here are just some of the nearby places you’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow:
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“I chose Mercer because of its strong reputation for providing a comprehensive and rigorous pharmacy education. Being close to home, the sense of community and its strong ties to healthcare networks made Mercer the ideal place for me to grow both professionally and personally.”
“The drug development process is exciting to me, and I knew I wanted to pursue a career in that field as a pharmacist. Mercer’s proximity to Atlanta provided me with access to excellent hospitals and health systems for my rotations.”
Choose to start your PharmD in the Spring or Fall. Spring semester enrollees can earn their degree in just 3 years.
Earn a Bachelor of Science degree while pursuing your PharmD; you can apply after fulfilling the prerequisite requirements.
Take advantage of our dual degree programs, and earn an MBA, Master of Public Health,
Master of Health Informatics, Masters, or PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Mercer: Where Your Career Starts
A Mercer PharmD is more than textbooks and lectures. Our curriculum equips you with deep expertise in legal issues, marketing strategies, and professional development, and you’ll complete rigorous training designed to maximize your NAPLEX success. Our residency match rate rivals the national average, and our graduates frequently earn fellowships at top research institutions and agencies worldwide. Over 95%* of our graduates go onto residencies, fellowships, or job offers.
* 3 year average
“At Mercer, faculty were encouraging and supportive of students exploring
traditional and non-traditional career paths. I took every opportunity to explore pharmacy, including taking varied elective courses, working in retail and hospital settings, opting for extra rotations, and partnering with faculty to conduct and publish primary research.”
State of the Art Facilities
Step into the future of pharmacy education at Mercer University’s brand-new Tony and Nancy Moye Pharmacy and Health Sciences Center, opened in 2024 and built with a $30 million investment to empower you as a tomorrow’s healthcare leader.
From the moment you walk through its doors, you’ll discover:
Specialized Simulation Lab
Practice filling prescriptions, compounding medications, and counseling “patients” in lifelike scenarios before you go out into the real-world pharmacy settings for rotations.
Modern Classrooms & Lecture Halls
Equipped with smart-board technology and comfortable seating to keep you engaged and connected, whether you’re on campus or joining remotely.
Student Lounge & Study Zones
Recharge between classes in cozy nooks with charging stations, ample natural light, and views of Mercer’s Atlanta campus.
Breakout rooms with flexible seating let you team up on projects and classwork.
Mercer Means Excellence
At Mercer, you’ll have the chance to team up with classmates at top pharmacy conferences, both attending and presenting your own work. As a Mercer Bear, you can step into leadership roles in national student organizations and join any of our 16 prestigious professional clubs and fraternities. You’ll earn your place in national honor and leadership societies, plus get hands-on experience through collaborative projects, special events, and community outreach. We’ll cheer you on to develop mentorship and leadership skills while growing alongside peers who share your passion. Plus, with fun social activities – think ski trips, games, and more – you’ll forge lasting friendships and create memories that extend beyond the classroom.
Mercer Means Research
At Mercer, we believe in Research that Reaches Out. Our renowned faculty are exploring solutions to real-world problems, including diabetes and high blood pressure, drug addiction treatment, GLP-1 side effects, transdermal drug delivery, and much more!
Our PharmD students have the opportunity to take part in this research. We also encourage you to present your findings at prestigious local and national conferences.
“Working with Dr. Raquibul Hasan in the summer research program was an incredibly rewarding experience. The program challenged me to grow both technically and intellectually. Dr. Hasan’s guidance had a meaningful impact on my confidence as a researcher, and the experience deepened my passion for pursuing a pharmacy career specializing in cardiometabolic diseases.”
Mercer Means Family
You join Mercer’s “Pharmily” on day one, and we’re all in on your success. You’ll have faculty and staff members as mentors, our counseling team supports you through any challenge, and you and your classmates have each other’s back every step of the way.
“Mercer Pharmacy truly feels like family. We look out for one another, share career advice, and brainstorm solutions to tough questions. I’m thrilled my daughter chose to become a Bear!”
What can you do with a pharmacy degree?
Earning a PharmD opens up many doors. Named as one of the “hot careers” in Georgia*, pharmacist earn over $100,000 on average, and enjoy one of the best work/life balances in the healthcare field. Here are just some of the careers you can pursue:
Source: Georgia Department of Labor
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About Mercer Atlanta
The Cecil B. Day campus is home to many of Mercer’s graduate programs, including Pharmacy, Nursing, Business, Education, and more. With acres of green space just inside the Perimeter, it is a safe and quiet space to further your education.
The campus contains a full-service cafeteria, bookstore, fitness and aquatic center, and miles of running and hiking trails.
For more than three decades, Mercer has led the way in helping students of all ages — from all over Georgia and beyond — find the personalized support and flexibility needed to make a Mercer education a reality. Because no matter who you are, what you’re looking to study, or wherever you want to go, Mercer is for you.
