How to Apply
To apply to Baton Rouge General's Emergency Medicine PGY2 Pharmacy Residency Program, you must have graduated from an ACPE accredited Doctor of Pharmacy degree program and successfully complete an ASHP-accredited PGY1 pharmacy residency program prior to the beginning of a PGY2 residency. Applications can be submitted through the portal on PhORCAS.org.
You must apply by the Sunday of the first full week of January to be considered for the Pharmacy Residency Program. The upcoming deadline is January 4, 2026. Only one resident will be accepted.
The following must be included in your application:
- Letter of Intent
- Curriculum Vitae
- Three Letters of Recommendation
- Academic Transcript (Pharmacy education only)
Visa Requirements
Residency applicants must be authorized for employment in the United States at the time they apply for the residency. Baton Rouge General Department of Pharmacy does not sponsor applicants for work Visas. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate OPT (Optional Practical Training) Visas. TN (Trade NAFTA) Visas are acceptable; however the candidate is responsible for the application process and all necessary fees.
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