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Umpqua Community College Announces Pharmacy Transfer Partnership With Pacific University - 03/10/26

ROSEBURG, Ore. – Umpqua Community College (UCC) has launched a new partnership with Pacific University designed to help students pursue careers in pharmacy through a streamlined transfer pathway to a doctoral degree program.

 

Through the agreement, students at Umpqua Community College and Chemeketa Community College will be able to complete key pre-pharmacy coursework at their community college before continuing their education in Pacific University’s Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program at the university’s Hillsboro Campus.

 

The new pathway, launching Spring 2026, allows UCC students interested in pharmacy to prepare locally before transitioning into Pacific’s graduate program. Students will have the option to pursue either Pacific’s accelerated three-year PharmD program or its five-year extended pathway, which is designed to provide additional flexibility for students balancing work, family, or other responsibilities.

 

“This collaboration creates meaningful opportunities for our students to begin their journey toward a career in pharmacy right here at Umpqua Community College,” said Danielle Haskett, Chief Academic Officer at Umpqua Community College. “Working with Pacific University and Chemeketa Community College helps us build stronger educational pathways while supporting the growing demand for healthcare professionals across Oregon.”

 

Students who participate in the pharmacy pathway will gain early exposure to Pacific University’s School of Pharmacy through advising, professional engagement opportunities, and support during the application process. Eligible students may also participate in Pacific’s Jump Start Early Assurance Program, which offers conditional admission and early connections with faculty and program resources.

 

The initiative reflects a shared commitment among the institutions to make advanced healthcare education more accessible while strengthening Oregon’s workforce pipeline.

 

Pacific University has long been recognized for innovative pharmacy education. Its three-year Doctor of Pharmacy program, introduced in 2006, provides an accelerated route to entering the profession. The university later introduced a five-year extended PharmD pathway that allows students to maintain employment while completing their studies.

 

Demand for pharmacists continues to grow nationwide and across Oregon. Employment opportunities for pharmacists are expected to increase by 5 percent through 2034, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, while the National Center for Health Workforce Analysis projects a shortage of nearly 5,000 pharmacists nationwide by 2036.

 

By establishing clear transfer pathways, Umpqua Community College aims to help more students pursue careers in healthcare while supporting the needs of communities throughout the region.

 

“UCC is dedicated to helping students move confidently from community college to advanced degrees and professional careers,” Haskett said. “This partnership provides a clear next step for students interested in pharmacy and reinforces our commitment to preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals.”

 

About Umpqua Community College
Umpqua Community College serves Douglas County and surrounding communities by providing accessible, high-quality education and workforce training. Located in Roseburg, Oregon, UCC offers transfer degrees, career and technical education programs, and lifelong learning opportunities that prepare students for university study, meaningful careers, and community leadership.

Umpqua Community College Announces Pharmacy Transfer Partnership With Pacific University - 03/10/26

ROSEBURG, Ore. – Umpqua Community College (UCC) has launched a new partnership with Pacific University designed to help students pursue careers in pharmacy through a streamlined transfer pathway to a doctoral degree program.

 

Through the agreement, students at Umpqua Community College and Chemeketa Community College will be able to complete key pre-pharmacy coursework at their community college before continuing their education in Pacific University’s Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program at the university’s Hillsboro Campus.

 

The new pathway, launching Spring 2026, allows UCC students interested in pharmacy to prepare locally before transitioning into Pacific’s graduate program. Students will have the option to pursue either Pacific’s accelerated three-year PharmD program or its five-year extended pathway, which is designed to provide additional flexibility for students balancing work, family, or other responsibilities.

 

“This collaboration creates meaningful opportunities for our students to begin their journey toward a career in pharmacy right here at Umpqua Community College,” said Danielle Haskett, Chief Academic Officer at Umpqua Community College. “Working with Pacific University and Chemeketa Community College helps us build stronger educational pathways while supporting the growing demand for healthcare professionals across Oregon.”

 

Students who participate in the pharmacy pathway will gain early exposure to Pacific University’s School of Pharmacy through advising, professional engagement opportunities, and support during the application process. Eligible students may also participate in Pacific’s Jump Start Early Assurance Program, which offers conditional admission and early connections with faculty and program resources.

 

The initiative reflects a shared commitment among the institutions to make advanced healthcare education more accessible while strengthening Oregon’s workforce pipeline.

 

Pacific University has long been recognized for innovative pharmacy education. Its three-year Doctor of Pharmacy program, introduced in 2006, provides an accelerated route to entering the profession. The university later introduced a five-year extended PharmD pathway that allows students to maintain employment while completing their studies.

 

Demand for pharmacists continues to grow nationwide and across Oregon. Employment opportunities for pharmacists are expected to increase by 5 percent through 2034, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, while the National Center for Health Workforce Analysis projects a shortage of nearly 5,000 pharmacists nationwide by 2036.

 

By establishing clear transfer pathways, Umpqua Community College aims to help more students pursue careers in healthcare while supporting the needs of communities throughout the region.

 

“UCC is dedicated to helping students move confidently from community college to advanced degrees and professional careers,” Haskett said. “This partnership provides a clear next step for students interested in pharmacy and reinforces our commitment to preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals.”

 

About Umpqua Community College
Umpqua Community College serves Douglas County and surrounding communities by providing accessible, high-quality education and workforce training. Located in Roseburg, Oregon, UCC offers transfer degrees, career and technical education programs, and lifelong learning opportunities that prepare students for university study, meaningful careers, and community leadership.