by our College Data Analytics TeamPharmacy degree programs prepare students for a range of careers in the field. A focused field like this rewards careful comparison of the schools that offer it.
College Factual analyzed 1 schools to build this 2026 ranking of the best pharmacy schools.
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Below are the schools that deliver the strongest overall pharmacy education in District of Columbia.
Howard University tops our 2026 ranking of the best pharmacy schools. Howard University is a large private not-for-profit school located in the city of Washington. Roughly 70% of students complete a degree within six years here. About 53 pharmacy degrees were awarded at Howard University in the most recent year. Graduates of the pharmacy program make about $79,588 in their early career. Typical student debt for the program is $25,498. Read more about the pharmacy program at Howard University
This list is compiled by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2026 edition. Schools are scored on a blend of student outcomes (graduation rate, post-graduation earnings), affordability, and program focus, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Top Ranked · 1 school evaluated.
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