FPGEE - Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Equivalency Exam Practice Test

Eligibility is determined by the Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination Committee (FPGEC). Key requirements include: graduation from a pharmacy program recognized by your home country's accrediting body; submission of official academic transcripts and proof of degree; demonstration of English language proficiency (typically via TOEFL iBT); and completion of the FPGEC application process, including a credential evaluation. It is imperative to review the most current eligibility criteria on the official NABP website before applying.

The FPGEE and NAPLEX serve distinct purposes in the licensure pathway. The FPGEE assesses whether a foreign pharmacy graduate's education is equivalent to that of a US graduate. The North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLEX), taken after obtaining the FPGEC Certificate, tests the candidate's competency to practice as a licensed pharmacist in the US, focusing on the application of knowledge to make appropriate patient care decisions. You must pass the FPGEE and obtain the FPGEC Certificate before you are eligible to take the NAPLEX.

The FPGEE is a computer-based examination consisting of 200 multiple-choice questions, of which 175 are scored. The exam is administered in two 2.5-hour sessions, totaling 5 hours of testing time. The questions are presented in a linear, fixed-form format and cover the content areas outlined in the official FPGEE Blueprint. A scheduled break is provided between the two sessions.

The FPGEE uses a criterion-referenced passing standard. Your performance is not compared to other candidates but against a predetermined minimum competency level. The scaled passing score is 75. This is not a percentage but a scaled score that accounts for variations in difficulty across different exam forms. Official score reports are typically released within 8 weeks of the test date.

The FPGEC Certificate itself does not expire. However, it is crucial to understand that it is a prerequisite for taking the NAPLEX and applying for state licensure. Individual state boards of pharmacy may have their own rules regarding the timeframe between obtaining the FPGEC Certificate and applying for licensure. You should check with the specific state board where you intend to seek licensure for their regulations.