A Message from the Dean
Welcome to the School of Pharmacy at the Lebanese International University.
Pharmacy is a dynamic and evolving profession, continuously shaped by advances in science, technology, and patient-centered healthcare. At LIU, we are committed to preparing future pharmacists who are not only knowledgeable and skilled, but also ethical leaders, critical thinkers, and socially accountable professionals capable of responding to the changing needs of healthcare systems locally, regionally, and globally.
Our School is guided by a clear vision and mission that emphasize excellence in education, practice, research, and community engagement. Through a competency-based and student-centered curriculum, we provide a strong foundation in the biomedical, pharmaceutical, clinical, social, and administrative sciences, complemented by robust experiential education. This integrated approach enables our graduates to optimize patient care, contribute effectively within interprofessional teams, and pursue lifelong learning and leadership roles in the profession.
The strength of the School lies in its dedicated faculty and staff, who bring academic expertise, professional experience, and a strong commitment to teaching, mentorship, and innovation. Our modern learning environments, including advanced laboratories, simulation facilities, and structured clinical assessment platforms, support active learning and professional skills development. Equally important is our diverse student body, whose motivation, resilience, and engagement enrich the academic environment and reflect our commitment to accessibility, diversity, and inclusion.
The School of Pharmacy maintains strong national and international collaborations, engages actively with professional and regulatory bodies, and contributes to impactful research and community health initiatives. These partnerships reinforce our culture of continuous improvement, transparency, and data-driven decision-making, while ensuring alignment with international standards and best practices in pharmacy education.
As Dean, I am proud of what our students, faculty, alumni, and partners continue to achieve together. I invite you to explore our programs, initiatives, and achievements, and to join us in advancing the pharmacy profession through knowledge, service, leadership, and innovation.
Sincerely yours,
Prof. Mohamad Rahal, PhD, FFIP
Dean of the School of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University
Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE-ISP)
International Pharmaceutical Federation, Academic Institution Membership (FIP-AIM)
Scientific Society of Colleges of Pharmacy in the Arab World Executive Committee
Vision and Mission
SoPH Vision
The vision of the School of Pharmacy is to be a socially accountable institution committed to advance the pharmacy profession through education, practice, research, and community outreach
SoPH Mission
The mission of the school to develop distinguished professionals in pharmacy practice, research and community services through a dynamic educational program aligned with national and international standards.
The Pharmacy undergraduate program usually lasts for 3 years. The below are the documents needed, the contract sheet, the plan of study, and the course descriptions for the majors you would like to apply for.
We only accept students to the pharmacy major once a year. You may apply from May until mid-August for the Pharmacy Entrance Exam.
Requirement
To apply to LIU as a bachelor student, you will need to prepare the below documents:
Still need help? Contact admissions@liu.edu.lb or sop@liu.edu.lb
LIU offers several graduate degrees in the School of Pharmacy. The degree usually lasts for 2 years.
We only accept students to the pharmacy major once a year. You may apply from May until mid-August for the Pharmacy Entrance Exam.
Requirement
If you are already an LIU student, you will need to pass by the admissions office to fill out an application form and pay the $50 non-refundable application fees.
Still need help? Contact admissions@liu.edu.lb or sop@liu.edu.lb
LIU has a number of different transfer and study abroad programs that gives you the opportunity to be exposed to a new culture, lifestyle and different academic experience. LIU welcomes all students from around the world to transfer and to have the chance to obtain an American style education. All transfer students transcripts will be reviewed to see which courses maybe transferable towards their program of study at LIU. There are a number of majors you can transfer to.
If you are transferring from another university, the below documents are required:
Still need help? Contact admissions@liu.edu.lb or sop@liu.edu.lb
