Overview

Pharmacists are essential healthcare professionals who enhance patient care and promote wellness. When pharmacists are involved in patient care, outcomes improve and costs decline. Pharmacy is a diverse and rewarding career, with opportunities for patient care, scientific research and innovation.

To prepare for a career in pharmacy, a student must complete a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree at a professional college of pharmacy. A PharmD degree consists of 4 academic years of professional education. Although it is possible to apply for a PharmD program after completing 60 semester hours at the undergraduate level, it is not the norm. Many students complete at least 3 years of undergraduate education, while most complete their baccalaureate degree. A grade of “C” or better in all prerequisite coursework and a minimum of a 2.5 GPA are required, although the average accepted student has around a 3.5 GPA.

ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ has an affiliation agreement as well as a 3+4 program with University of Illinois-Chicago (UIC). Under these agreements, students are guarenteed an interview or can enter the UIC PharmD program after completing three years (90 hours) at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ if they meet the qualifications set forth in the agreements.  With the 3+4 program, students are awarded a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences degree from ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ upon completion and transfer of 30 hours of coursework from the first year of studies at UIC.

Resources

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- Program Sheet
- 4-year Course Sequence

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