The UGA College of Pharmacy continues to lead with distinction, achieving outstanding results in both phases of the 2025 American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) Residency Matching Program. With Phase II concluded, we are proud to report another year of strong placement outcomes that reflect the dedication of our students and the excellence of our program’s academic and professional preparation.’
PGY1 Match Results – Class of 2025
This year, our PGY1 candidates achieved an impressive 90.6% total match rate, with 58 of 64 active participants successfully securing residency positions. Four of those matches occurred during Phase II. Match placements spanned 17 states and territories, with 30 students matching to residencies within Georgia. Among a graduating class of 141 students, 41.1% were matched with a residency—continuing a strong trend of student interest in postgraduate clinical training.
PGY2 Match Results – Class of 2024
PGY2 candidates also excelled, achieving a 97.3% match rate, our highest PGY2 match rate in over 7 years. Out of 37 active participants, 36 students matched, including 16 through early commitment programs. These outstanding results reflect the continued success of our alumni as they advance to more specialized training and leadership roles in pharmacy practice.
Leading the Way in Georgia and Beyond
Once again, UGA achieved the highest PGY1 residency match rate in the state, underscoring our leadership in pharmacy education and student success. We also remain highly competitive among top programs across the Southeast and nationally, with a PGY1 match rate nearly 10% higher than the national average of 80.9%.
Beyond Residencies: Fellowships and Career Opportunities
Residency matches are just one part of the Class of 2025’s success story. This year, nine graduates have secured prestigious and competitive fellowships, a significant milestone that speaks to the breadth of opportunities available to our graduates. While our Job and Salary Survey is still underway, preliminary reports show strong job placements across practice settings, further affirming the value and versatility of a UGA pharmacy education.
Strengthening a National Reputation
These outcomes reinforce the College of Pharmacy’s national reputation for producing practice-ready, high-achieving pharmacy professionals. With continued success across residencies, fellowships, and employment opportunities, the College remains a destination for excellence in pharmacy education—one where ambition meets achievement year after year.
