Edna Steele, Advisor
Department of Biology
Pre-Pharmacy is a 2-, 3-, or 4-year program required for admission to pharmacy school and the Doctor of Pharmacy degree. The length of the pre-pharmacy program depends upon the abilities of the individual student, the pharmacy school of choice, and career goals. At most pharmacy schools, the majority of the first-year students already have a 4-year baccalaureate degree. Pre-Pharmacy students need to show a strong aptitude toward the natural sciences. Since pharmacy schools vary in their admission policies, a student should contact the school of choice for its exact requirements. Admission to most pharmacy schools is based on the following:
- Successful completion of Prerequisite Courses
- Cumulative and Prerequisite GPA
- PCAT scores (composite and writing)
- Interview evaluations
- Three letters of recommendations
- Pharmacy exposure
- Research Experience
- Extracurricular activities
- Honors/Awards
| Coursework | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| General Chemistry | 8 hours |
| Organic Chemistry | 8 hours |
| Biology | 8 hours |
| Human Anatomy and Physiology | 6 hours |
| Physics | 6 hours |
| Calculus | 3 hours |
| ENG Lit/ Composition | 3 hours |
| Verbal Skills | 3 hours |
| Psychology | 3 hours |
| Liberal Arts Electives | 9 hours |
Application Tips
In addition to the above courses, some pharmacy schools require BIO 312 (Microbiology) and specific courses in the humanities.
Most Converse Pre-Pharmacy students major in chemistry or biology. Many pharmacy schools require prospective students to take the Pharmacy College Admission Test.
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