Pharmacy is the field within healthcare focused on preparing, dispensing, and ensuring the appropriate use of medications. A pharmacist analyzes patient medical histories and disease symptoms to assist in selecting treatment options. They collaborate closely with healthcare teams, including physicians and nurses, to optimize patient care outcomes.
Application Service
To apply to most pharmacy schools in the U.S., you must use the PharmCAS. This allows applicants to apply to multiple programs by submitting a single online application.
Admissions Test
There is no entrance exam required for admission into pharmacy schools. The PCAT is no longer utilized in the admissions process.
Required Courses:
One year of General Biology: BMS 130L & BMS 131L (with Lab)
One year of Anatomy & Physiology: BMS 310L & BMS 311L (with Lab)
One year of General Chemistry: BMS 140L & BMS 141L (with Lab)
One year of Organic Chemistry: BMS 210L & BMS 211L (with Lab)
One year of Calculus: MTH 230 & MTH 231
One year of English Composition: ENG 111 & ENG 112
One year of Physics: PHY 250L & PHY 251L (with Lab)
One semester of Biochemistry: BMS 303L
One semester of Microbiology: BMS 320L (with lab)
One semester of Statistics: MTH 150
One semester of Psychology: PSY 141
One semester of Public Speaking: COM 111
One semester of Macro- or Microeconomics
Requirements often vary from one school to the next. Students should verify course selection with individual programs.
