This six-year combined Bachelor of Science (BS) and Doctor of Pharmacy (DPhar) pre-professional program, offered by UConn’s School of Pharmacy at the Stamford regional campus, integrates undergraduate foundational science coursework with the professional pharmacy curriculum. The "Pre-Professional" designation indicates the initial phase of a direct pathway to the Doctor of Pharmacy degree. The curriculum will progressively build upon basic sciences to cover advanced pharmaceutical sciences, clinical pharmacy practice, pharmacy law and ethics, and experiential learning. Upon successful completion of the entire six-year program, graduates will earn the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree, the professional doctorate required to become a licensed pharmacist in the USA. UConn Pharmacy's professional program is the top-ranked public program in New England according to U.S. News & World Report. The School of Pharmacy comprises a diverse student body.

Career options upon completion of the full PharmD program include working as a licensed pharmacist in various settings such as community pharmacies, hospital pharmacies, the pharmaceutical industry, managed care organizations, government agencies, and academia. Pharmacists play a critical role in medication management, patient counseling, and ensuring the safe and effective use of drugs. This pre-professional program is the first step towards these career paths.

The University of Connecticut (UConn) is a prestigious public university and a Tier 1 research institution in the USA. The Stamford regional campus offers access to UConn’s highly regarded School of Pharmacy, which includes a diverse international student population. UConn Pharmacy's professional program holds the top ranking among public programs in New England according to U.S. News & World Report. The Stamford campus is an urban campus located in a business hub just 50 minutes from New York City, potentially offering unique opportunities for internships and networking in a dynamic metropolitan area. The university offers world-class facilities with state-of-the-art technologies and equipment across its campuses.