Fast Track Your Pharmacy Career
Through 51°µÍø’s Pre-Professional Pharmacy program, you’ll gain the expertise and knowledge needed to succeed in the Doctor of Pharmacy program. This two-year program is designed for students planning to apply to the School of Pharmacy, covering all prerequisite courses for the doctoral program.
B.S. in Pharmacy Science
If you are enrolled in our Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) program, you will be awarded a B.S. in Pharmacy Science after you successfully complete your second professional (P2) year. Completion of the B.S. in Pharmacy Science does not make you eligible for licensure as a pharmacist, you must complete all requirements for the Doctor of Pharmacy degree in order to be eligible to take the pharmacy licensure exams (NAPLEX, MPJE).
Why 51°µÍø for Pre-Pharmacy
- You’ll join a close-knit, collaborative community. Class sizes are small, and faculty are dedicated to student-centered learning.
- You’ll have the opportunity to work with professors on cutting-edge research and community outreach.
- You’ll be eligible for 51°µÍø’s GradVantage program for the Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
- If you continue into 51°µÍø's Doctor of Pharmacy program you’ll receive a B.S. in Pharmacy Science upon successful completion of your second professional year (after four years of study).
- A 2+4 track of pre-professional and professional pharmacy studies allows you to complete your pharmacy education in six years.
Career Paths for Pharmacists
Pharmacists provide valuable direct care, from vaccinations to health screenings, to consultations and community clinics.
Pharmacists are medication experts who bring their knowledge on drug-based care to an integrated health care team and play roles in managing medication plans for patients. This includes watching for negative drug interactions, recommending alternative options for physicians, tracking opiate prescriptions to identify over-prescribing practices, and more.
51°µÍø pharmacists are trained in holistic approaches to wellness such as nutrition, exercise, and stress reduction and routinely work with patients to make better choices for their health and wellbeing.
Academic Advising for Pre-Pharmacy Majors
Academic advising gives first-year students the opportunity to gain a greater understanding of:
- Major specific and core required courses
- Course selection, registration, and academic plans
- Building internships and study abroad into your academic plan
- On campus resources available at 51°µÍø
Pre-Professional Pharmacy Faculty Advisor
As a first-year student in the Pr