FAST FACTS
About the University
Founded in 1864 as St. Louis College of Pharmacy (one of the first colleges of pharmacy chartered west of the Mississippi River), University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis is steeped in a history of health, pharmacy, evolution and innovation. More than 160 years since our founding, UHSP continues to play an integral role in the advancement of health care education in the U.S. and worldwide.
As we’ve evolved from our historic founding in a rented classroom into the University we are today, we stand strong in our belief that the creation of healthier societies starts with our students, and we remain dedicated to helping them become better versions of themselves so they can create positive change in the world.
Student Demographics
Total Enrollment
661
Undergraduate
372
Professional
273
Graduate
15
Female Students
60%
Male Students
40%
States Represented
38
Countries Represented
9
Based on the fall 2025 10-day census
Colleges
St. Louis College of Pharmacy
Home to our flagship Doctor of Pharmacy program. The college is focused on preparing students for expert practice and leadership in pharmacy careers.
College of Arts and Sciences
Home to health sciences undergraduate degrees, including pre-professional pathways, as well as the Medicinal Chemistry graduate program.
College of Global Population Health
Home to our global and population health-related academic and research programs, including undergraduate degrees and our online MPH program.
College of Graduate Studies
Oversees administration of the University’s master’s, dual degree and graduate certificate programs, as well as the University’s postdoctoral scholar activity.
Programs
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
Applied Behavioral Sciences
Biochemistry
Biomedical Sciences
Biopsychology
Exercise Physiology
Medical Humanities
Medicinal Chemistry
Neuroscience
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Public Health
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Master of Public Health (Online)
Master of Science in Medicinal Chemistry
PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
Doctor of Pharmacy
Featured Sports
With 20 men’s, women’s and coed teams, UHSP offers year-round opportunities to get in the game or cheer from the sidelines.
Men’s
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Rugby
Soccer
Track and field – Indoor
Track and field – Outdoor
Volleyball
Women’s
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Track and field – Indoor
Track and field – Outdoor
Volleyball
CoEd
Competitive Cheer
Esports
Activities and Organizations
There are more than 35 student organizations on the UHSP campus. Students can also take part in theater productions, on-campus leadership opportunities and a variety of campus traditions, including Founders Day, Spirit Week, Move-In Day, Fall Extravaganza and more.
Alumni
Living Alumni
8,557
States
50
Countries
15