Online Experience for our Distance PharmD Students
Distance University of Findlay students benefit from the same resources and support as our on-campus students. Whether you’re completing your coursework online from a desktop at home or on your mobile device on the go, you are part of the Findlay community.
The University of Findlay cultivates the potential within each student through academic excellence, transformative experiences, and a supportive community that is grounded in faith. Our faculty and staff are focused on helping all students find their passions in life and excel at them.
Findlay’s College of Pharmacy supports you throughout your academic journey, from the admissions process through graduation and beyond. Student collaboration and support is encouraged, starting with the virtual Prescription to Celebrate event and the On-Campus Orientation. It’s part of the innovative Distance PharmD program design and the supportive, connected Findlay College of Pharmacy community.
Dedicated Student Support
To ensure your success in the Distance PharmD program, we assign a dedicated Student Success Advisor to help you navigate your academic journey from entry into the program to graduation. This one-on-one mentorship and support help assure your success in the program and keeps you on track to graduate.
Some of the ways in which our Student Success Advisors support you include:
- Helping you understand tuition costs
- Providing guidance on course-related questions
- Building a solid relationship to help you succeed
- Connecting you to academic resources
- Checking in periodically on your progress
- Providing technical support
- Answering your questions about the University of Findlay
Dedicated Experiential Learning Coordinator
In addition to your Student Success Advisor, we also pair you with a dedicated Experiential Learning Coordinator to assist you with the logistics of securing clinical sites and preceptors for your IPPE and APPE hours. Visit our Experiential Learning page to learn more about these practical learning hours and the support you will receive.
Online Tutoring
Distance PharmD students have access to a variety of online tutoring resources designed to support their academic success throughout the program. Tutoring schedules, Zoom links, session recordings, and tutor contact details are made available each semester through Canvas or within the individual pharmacy course pages.
Tutoring options include:
- Live, peer-led tutoring for pharmacy courses
- General online tutoring for non-pharmacy courses (subjects vary by semester)
- Open group sessions
- Individual support as needed
- Findlay’s Academic Support Center offers online tutoring for your convenience
Technology
Technology Requirements
Before purchasing a computer, please review the minimum technology standards on our Computer Recommendations page. There is a temporary compatibility issue with select AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processors, which should be avoided for now: Ryzen AI 9 365, HX 370, and HX 375.
Technology Support
Expert technology support services are available to ensure your technology works well so you can focus on your coursework.
Additional Student Resources
As a University of Findlay student, you have access to:
- Office 365 Education
- As a student, you must be registered for classes to download/install the software
- Students may install Office on up to 5 PCs or Macs and on other mobile devices, including Android, iPad and Windows tablets
- Oiler Discount Program
- University of Findlay Oiler Mobile App
- University of Findlay Radio Station
Financial aid is available for students who qualify.
Shafer Library offers a robust digital collection of resources that can be easily searched online.
Experienced faculty are always available and can answer questions and provide feedback throughout your courses.
"The University of Findlay has many different career pathways for their pharmacy students. This school not only provides you with the scientific knowledge but also empowers you with the humanitarian touch. The course is designed so that way you have not just the basic knowledge, but they also offer you on-campus laboratory work so you have the skills necessary to transition into a career. This gave me kind of like a two-way kind of learning where I can process information on my own, critically think on my own."
Tammy Tran,
"Freedom is a very prominent part of why you choose a distance pathway. I have the option of still living my own life at home while getting to accomplish a big goal and dream. The faculty have been awesome. Everybody's just very approachable, and you feel like you're able to be human with them as well."
Kelly Christman,
"When I spoke with faculty after my interview, that's when it really solidified my decision. The faculty was very approachable, they're very welcoming and warm. I've never had an experience like this where all of the professors I've had have been so supportive. They don't just listen to what we have to say, they actually hear us and they respond accordingly. They do everything that they can to support what we need."
Flora Shamayan,
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