{"id":83,"date":"2016-02-29T21:21:26","date_gmt":"2016-02-29T21:21:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/develop.presby.edu\/pre-pharmacy\/"},"modified":"2025-09-11T13:57:26","modified_gmt":"2025-09-11T13:57:26","slug":"pre-pharmacy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/pharmacy.presby.edu\/admissions\/pre-pharmacy\/","title":{"rendered":"Pre-Pharmacy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Education Needs&#8221; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>Pharmacists complete three levels of education: high school, pre-pharmacy coursework in college, and four years of pharmacy school leading to a Doctor of Pharmacy degree (PharmD).<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Students interested in pursuing a career in pharmacy can complete all aspects of pre-pharmacy and pharmacy school at Presbyterian College. We understand that students often realize they want to be pharmacists at different points in their lives and educations. That\u2019s why Presbyterian College offers three different ways for you to prepare for pharmacy school:[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion section_title_tag=&#8221;h3&#8243; active_section=&#8221;0&#8243; collapsible_all=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Traditional&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1742221947148-7819b021-40ee&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Traditional Pre-Pharmacy Path offers the most flexibility.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%239d2235&#8243; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:800%20bold%20regular%3A800%3Anormal&#8221;][vc_column_text]This path allows students to complete their pre-pharmacy coursework in just two or three years or with further study, to earn a bachelor\u2019s degree. During the last year of pre-pharmacy coursework, students apply to pharmacy school via the national Pharmacy College Application Service (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pharmcas.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.PharmCAS.org<\/a>).[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Undergraduate&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%239d2235&#8243; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:800%20bold%20regular%3A800%3Anormal&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Undergraduate Admissions Application Process: <\/strong>Interested high school students should complete a Presbyterian College undergraduate application for admissionll.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Program Requirements: <\/strong>You may choose to complete your pre-pharmacy coursework in just two or three years or to pursue a bachelor\u2019s degree before entering the PharmD program. Students must complete the required pre-pharmacy coursework with a C- grade or better to be considered for admission into the PharmD program. All pre-pharmacy coursework must be completed prior to matriculation in the PharmD program.\u00a0<em>Advanced Placement and\/or International Baccalaureate credits may be used to satisfy pre-pharmacy course requirements. <\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.presby.edu\/doc\/pharmacy\/TraditionalPre-PharmacyProgram-RequiredPre-PharmacyCoursework.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">View the Pre-Pharmacy coursework requirements \u00bb<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Community Service: <\/strong>To increase your competitiveness for entry in the School of Pharmacy, you should participate in community service activities and investigate the pharmacy profession before you apply to pharmacy school.\u00a0Students are encouraged to get involved in the local community by participating in Student Volunteer Services, community, church, and\/or student organization activities. Suggested ways to investigate the pharmacy profession include gaining pharmacy work experience, completing internships in pharmacy, participating in volunteer efforts related to pharmacy and healthcare, shadowing pharmacists, or interviewing pharmacists.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/apply.presby.edu\/portal\/apply\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Start your application for undergraduate admission \u00bb<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;School of Pharmacy&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%239d2235&#8243; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:800%20bold%20regular%3A800%3Anormal&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pharmacy Admissions Application Process: <\/strong>During the last year of pre-pharmacy coursework, students apply to the School of Pharmacy through the Pharmacy College Application Service (PharmCAS) and submit a supplemental application directly to the School. You must request official copies of all college transcripts and two letters of reference be sent to PharmCAS on your behalf.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pharmacy Admissions Process:<\/strong> Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy employs a holistic admissions philosophy. Both academic factors and non-academic factors are considered in selecting applicants for admission. Academic factors are employed to select applicants who are prepared to succeed in a rigorous professional curriculum and include GPA, course load, college attended, and degree(s) awarded. PC students and graduates will receive admissions credit if they earned a bachelor\u2019s degree prior to their planned matriculation date in the PharmD program. Non-academic factors are included to select applicants who will fulfill the mission of Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy and uphold the standards and responsibilities of the pharmacy profession. Considered non-academic factors include written communication skills, history of involvement in and service to the community, leadership experience, professional exploration, and letters of reference. <em>To comply with our contracts with healthcare institutions, all students must successfully complete a criminal background check and drug screen before matriculation into pharmacy school.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pharmacy Admissions Interview:<\/strong>\u00a0Presbyterian College students and graduates are guaranteed an onsite interview with a GPA of 2.75 or better. The admissions interview is a structured interview process that is designed to assess core competencies that are difficult to measure via an application alone.\u00a0These competencies are a commitment to the pharmacy profession, communication skills, empathy, ethical and moral reasoning, interpersonal skills, and motivation. Interviewer scores, as well as the interviewer and staff comments, factor prominently in Admissions Committee decisions for admission to PCSP.\u00a0Admission is competitive, and selection for an interview does not guarantee admission.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmacy.presby.edu\/admissions\/apply\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Learn more about the application process to the School of Pharmacy \u00bb<\/a><\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Degree Plus&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1742221947156-a8b57ce6-26e8&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;The Degree Plus Pre-Pharmacy Program combines pre-pharmacy courses with requirements for either a biology degree or chemistry degree at PC.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%239d2235&#8243; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:800%20bold%20regular%3A800%3Anormal&#8221;][vc_column_text]Upon completion of three years pre-pharmacy and the four-year professional program, students earn both a BS in either biology or chemistry and a PharmD in seven years. During the last year of pre-pharmacy coursework, students apply to pharmacy school via the national Pharmacy College Application Service (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pharmcas.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.PharmCAS.org<\/a>).[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Application Process \u2013 Undergraduate Admissions&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%239d2235&#8243; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:800%20bold%20regular%3A800%3Anormal&#8221;][vc_column_text]To reap all the benefits provided to PC pre-pharmacy students, you must be admitted to Presbyterian College as an undergraduate. Interested high school students should complete an undergraduate PC application for admission.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/apply.presby.edu\/portal\/apply\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get started with your application for admission\u00a0\u00bb<\/a><\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Program Requirements&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%239d2235&#8243; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:800%20bold%20regular%3A800%3Anormal&#8221;][vc_column_text]Students should select their major (biology or chemistry) and elect to join the Degree Plus Pre-Pharmacy Program during their sophomore year in college. To qualify for a bachelor\u2019s degree, students must complete all required courses for the major as listed in the Degree Plus Pre-Pharmacy Program Curriculum for either a BS in Biology or a BS in Chemistry. Students must also complete 64 hours of required pre-pharmacy coursework with a C- grade or better to be considered for admission into the PharmD program. All pre-pharmacy coursework must be completed prior to matriculation in the PharmD program. Advanced Placement and\/or International Baccalaureate credits may be used to satisfy pre-pharmacy course requirements or required courses for a BS degree.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.presby.edu\/doc\/registrar\/majors\/Biology-w-Pharmacy-concent-major.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Biology with Pharmacy Concentration Curriculum \u00bb<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.presby.edu\/doc\/registrar\/majors\/Chemistry-w-Pharmacy-concent-major.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Chemistry with Pharmacy Concentration Curriculum \u00bb<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>To increase your competitiveness for entry in the School of Pharmacy, you should participate in community service activities and investigate the pharmacy profession before you apply to pharmacy school.\u00a0Students are encouraged to get involved in the local community by participating in Student Volunteer Services, community, church, and\/or student organization activities. Suggested ways to investigate the pharmacy profession include gaining pharmacy work experience, completing internships in pharmacy, participating in volunteer efforts related to pharmacy and healthcare, shadowing pharmacists, or interviewing pharmacists.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Application Process \u2013 Pharmacy Admissions&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%239d2235&#8243; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:800%20bold%20regular%3A800%3Anormal&#8221;][vc_column_text]During the last year of pre-pharmacy coursework, students apply to the School of Pharmacy through the Pharmacy College Application Service (PharmCAS) and submit a supplemental application directly to the School. You must request official copies of all college transcripts and two letters of reference be sent to PharmCAS on your behalf.<\/p>\n<p>Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy employs a holistic admissions philosophy. Both academic factors and nonacademic factors are considered in selecting applicants for admission. Academic factors are employed to select applicants who are prepared to succeed in a rigorous professional curriculum and include GPA, course load, college attended, and degree(s) awarded. PC Degree Plus Program students will receive admissions credit for earning a bachelor\u2019s degree. Non-academic factors are included to select applicants who will fulfill the mission of Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy and uphold the standards and responsibilities of the pharmacy profession. Considered non-academic factors include written communication skills, history of involvement in and service to the community, leadership experience, professional exploration, and letters of reference.<\/p>\n<p>Students in the Degree Plus Pre-Pharmacy Program are guaranteed an onsite interview with a GPA of 2.75 or better. The admissions interview is a structured interview process that is designed to assess core competencies that are difficult to measure via an application alone.\u00a0These competencies are a commitment to the pharmacy profession, communication skills, empathy, ethical and moral reasoning, interpersonal skills, and motivation. Interviewer scores, as well as the interviewer and staff comments, factor prominently in Admissions Committee decisions for admission to PCSP.\u00a0Admission is competitive and selection for an interview does not guarantee admission.<\/p>\n<p><em>To comply with our contracts with healthcare institutions, all students must successfully complete a criminal background check and drug screen before matriculation into pharmacy school.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmacy.presby.edu\/admissions\/apply\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here to learn more about the application process to the School of Pharmacy\u00a0\u00bb<\/a><\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Early Entry&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1742222117176-b3054603-37e7&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Students must complete all courses required in the two-year Early Entry Pre-Pharmacy curriculum.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h5|text_align:left|color:%239d2235&#8243; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:800%20bold%20regular%3A800%3Anormal&#8221;][vc_column_text]Since the program requires specific courses each semester, registration is guaranteed into required coursework as long as students register during the Early Entry Pre-Pharmacy registration window.<\/p>\n<p>Advanced Placement and\/or International Baccalaureate credits may be used to satisfy up to two required science\/math courses and unlimited non-science\/math courses. Students must enroll in at least 15 credit hours per semester, maintain a cumulative total GPA of 2.75 or better after the first year of undergraduate and have a minimum of 2.8 at time of pharmacy school matriculation, and achieve a grade of C \u2013 or better in all coursework.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.presby.edu\/doc\/pharmacy\/early-entry-curriclum.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>View the Early Entry Pre-Pharmacy Program curriculum\u00a0\u00bb<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Students must complete at least five hours per year of community service activities.\u00a0Students are encouraged to participate in Student Volunteer Services, community, church, and\/or student organization activities to complete the volunteerism requirement. Students are also required to complete at least five hours per year of professional exploration, most of which will be incorporated into the curriculum.\u00a0An introduction to careers in pharmacy, including opportunities for exploring the profession via shadowing pharmacist faculty, will be provided during the required Freshman Seminar class.\u00a0In addition, Early Entry Pre-Pharmacy students will complete an Exploring Pharmacy experience later in the curriculum.<\/p>\n<p><i>To comply with our contracts with healthcare institutions, all students must successfully complete a criminal background check and drug screen before matriculation into pharmacy school.<\/i>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][vc_separator][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Need Help?&#8221; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal&#8221;][vc_column_text]Need help deciding which option is best for you? Learn more about our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.presby.edu\/academics\/undergraduate\/academic-departments-programs\/pre-health-sciences-program\/pre-pharmacy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pre-Pharmacy Program<\/a> or contact Undergraduate Admissions at\u00a0<a href=\"tel:864-833-8230\">864-833-8232<\/a> or the School of Pharmacy at\u00a0<a href=\"tel:864-938-3913\">864-938-3913<\/a>. You can also email us at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:pharmacy@presby.edu\">pharmacy@presby.edu<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<strong>Pharmacists complete three levels of education: high school, pre-pharmacy coursework in college, and four years of pharmacy school leading to a Doctor of Pharmacy degree (PharmD).<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Students interested in pursuing a career in pharmacy can complete all aspects of pre-pharmacy and pharmacy school at Presbyterian College. We understand that students often realize they want to be pharmacists at different points in their lives and educations. That\u2019s why Presbyterian College offers three different ways for you to prepare for pharmacy school:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.presby.edu\/academics\/undergraduate\/academic-departments-programs\/pre-health-sciences-program\/pre-pharmacy\/traditional-pre-pharmacy\/\"><strong>Traditional<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.presby.edu\/academics\/undergraduate\/academic-departments-programs\/pre-health-sciences-program\/pre-pharmacy\/degree-plus-pre-pharmacy\/\"><strong>Degree Plus<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.presby.edu\/academics\/undergraduate\/academic-departments-programs\/pre-health-sciences-program\/pre-pharmacy\/early-entry-pre-pharmacy\/\"><strong>Early Entry<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Need help deciding which option is best for you? Learn more about our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.presby.edu\/academics\/undergraduate\/academic-departments-programs\/pre-health-sciences-program\/pre-pharmacy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pre-Pharmacy Program<\/a> or contact Undergraduate Admissions at\u00a0<a href=\"tel:864-833-8230\">864-833-8232<\/a> or the School of Pharmacy at\u00a0<a href=\"tel:864-938-3913\">864-938-3913<\/a>. 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