WES Credential Evaluation: Who Qualifies and What You Get

This service provides a formal equivalency report that explains how your foreign pharmacy degree compares to the educational standards used in North America.

👤Who it's for

This service is specifically designed for pharmacists who are planning to move to or work in North America. If you have completed your pharmacy education outside of the continent and need to demonstrate that your academic background meets local standards, this evaluation is built for your needs.

🎁What you get

You receive an equivalency report for your foreign pharmacy degrees. This document is a formal validation of your education, providing a clear comparison between your international studies and the academic benchmarks required in North America. This report is a key step for professionals navigating the global landscape of pharmacy practice and international mobility.

💰What it costs you

There is a fee for this service, which typically ranges from $200 to $300 USD. Beyond the monetary cost, you must invest time into the administrative process of gathering your academic records. Specifically, you are responsible for ensuring that your university sends your official transcripts directly to the organization to complete the evaluation.

⚠️The catch to know

The most important thing to understand is that this report does not grant you a license to practice pharmacy. While it validates that your degree is equivalent to local standards, it is not a professional license. You will still need to navigate other regulatory pathways and licensing requirements to actually begin working in a clinical or professional pharmacy role.

📝How to apply

1. Visit the official WES portal to begin your request.
2. Create an account and select the appropriate evaluation service for your needs.
3. Coordinate with your university to ensure they send your official transcripts to the service.
4. Complete the payment process to cover the service fees.

https://www.wes.org/