North Dakota Pharmacist License
North Dakota Board of Pharmacy
Total Fee
$250
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
IdentoGO (IDEMIA)
Temp License
Not available
See board
What You'll Need
- Application for Licensure by Examination — The primary application form, which must be signed and notarized.
- 2x3 Identification Photo — A recent photograph of the applicant for identification purposes.
- Affidavit of Graduation — Official proof of graduation from a recognized school or college of pharmacy.
- Affidavit of Internship Hours — Documentation verifying the completion of the required 1,500 internship hours.
How to Apply
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Verify Eligibility ▾Ensure you are at least 18 years old, of good moral character, and a graduate of an ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy.
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Complete Internship Hours ▾Accumulate a minimum of 1,500 hours of pharmacy internship as required by North Dakota law.
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Submit Application for Licensure by Examination ▾Complete the official application form, have it notarized, and mail it to the Board with the $125 fee and a 2x3 photo.
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Register for Exams ▾Register for the NAPLEX and North Dakota MPJE through the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP).
Register via NABP -
Pass Required Examinations ▾Successfully pass both the NAPLEX and the North Dakota MPJE. Scores are reported directly to the Board.
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Receive License ▾Upon successful completion of all requirements and exams, the Board will issue your original certificate of licensure.
Verify License Status
Total Fee
$250
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Not available
Transfer License
Requirements ▾
Pharmacists licensed in another state can often apply via license transfer (reciprocity) through the NABP, though most states still require passing their specific MPJE.
Steps
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NABP License Transfer ▾Secure and file an Electronic License Transfer Application (ELTA) through the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP).
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Submit North Dakota Reciprocity Application ▾Submit the North Dakota-specific reciprocity application and the $175 fee to the Board.
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Pass the MPJE ▾Register for and pass the North Dakota Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination (MPJE).
MPJE Info
Total Fee
$150
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
North Dakota Board of Pharmacy
Keeping Your License Active
North Dakota Pharmacist licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the North Dakota Board of Pharmacy for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.
Visit board siteFees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application | $250 |
| Endorsement application | $250 |
| Fingerprint check | $35-$50 (varies by state) |
| Temporary permit | See board |
| Renewal | 150.0 |
Slow Downs
Missing Notarization
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Applications submitted without a proper notary seal will be returned, delaying the process.
Internship Verification
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Delays often occur when internship hours are not properly documented or verified by preceptors.
NABP Score Reporting
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Waiting for NABP to transmit NAPLEX or MPJE scores to the state board can take several weeks.
Questions
What are the continuing education (CE) requirements for North Dakota pharmacists?
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Pharmacists must complete 15 hours (1.5 CEUs) of approved continuing education annually by March 1st.
When does a North Dakota pharmacist license expire?
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Licenses expire annually on March 1st and must be renewed by that date.
What is the fee for initial licensure by examination?
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The total fee is $125, which includes a $100 examination fee and a $25 original license fee.
How many internship hours are required for licensure?
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A minimum of 1,500 hours of internship is required to be eligible for the licensure examination.