Did you know: In 1886, pharmacist John S. Pemberton created Coca-Cola to treat most common ailments. His bookkeeper, Frank Robinson, named the drink and wrote it down in the loopy, flowing handwriting that became known as the brand’s logo.
Students planning on gaining admission to pharmacy school should successfully combine an academic major with the specific prerequisite requirements. Most pharmacy schools do not require a bachelor’s degree; however, many states require a bachelor’s degree to gain a license. A student should select the best degree for them. Factors to consider:
How efficient is the degree?
What are your passions?
What would you do if you did not become a pharmacist?
HLTH 110 Introduction to Health Science and Public Health is a Foundational Studies course that is recommended for all students with an interest in health and wellness.
Pre-Pharmacy curriculum typically includes course work in biological and physical sciences, social sciences, economics, mathematics, English and communications. This may include BIOL 227-228, BIOL 205, CHEM 111-112, CHEM 307-310, CHEM 350, MATH 143-144, MATH 160 or 170, PHYS 111, and/or statistics. Additional beneficial or required courses may include BIOL 191-192, CHEM 433, COMM 101, ECON 201 or 202, HLTH 101, and PHYS 112. The Pharmacy College Admissions Test (PCAT) is required at some pharmacy schools. For more information, visit www.aacp.org and www.pharmcas.org.