Best colleges for Pharmacy in North Carolina
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Campbell University and Wingate University award the most Pharmacy degrees and certificates in North Carolina: 180, 105 and 58 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 7 North Carolina colleges offer Pharmacy and award 391 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Pharmacy program, officially titled Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, focuses on the study of medicines and their effects on health. This program is designed for students interested in understanding pharmacology…
Top institution, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Campbell University Buies Creek Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $54,919 | 105 | 61% | $23,331 | $23,065 |
Colleges awarding the most Pharmacy degrees in North Carolina
Top 7 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill Public | 180 | Not reported |
| 2 | Campbell University Buies Creek Private not-for-profit | 105 | $54,919 |
| 3 | Wingate University Wingate Private not-for-profit | 58 | Not reported |
| 4 | High Point University High Point Private not-for-profit | 43 | Not reported |
| 5 | Durham Technical Community College Durham Public | 3 | Not reported |
| 6 | East Carolina University Greenville Public | 1 | Not reported |
| 7 | University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington Public | 1 | Not reported |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Pharmacists (SOC 29-1051).
Top skills
What Pharmacists earn in North Carolina
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Pharmacy programs in North Carolina.
Which North Carolina colleges award the most Pharmacy degrees?+
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (180 graduates a year), Campbell University (105 graduates a year) and Wingate University (58 graduates a year) award the most Pharmacy degrees and certificates in North Carolina, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 7 North Carolina colleges offer Pharmacy.
Which Pharmacy program in North Carolina has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Campbell University tops the list at $54,919. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Pharmacists earn in North Carolina?+
The average annual wage for Pharmacists in North Carolina is $137,990 (median $138,860), across about 11,430 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Pharmacy program?+
The Pharmacy program, officially titled Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, focuses on the study of medicines and their effects on health. This program is designed for students interested in understanding pharmacology…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop speaking, reading comprehension, active listening, monitoring, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Pharmacists?+
The national job outlook is about +4.6% growth with around 14,200 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Doctoral or professional degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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