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Pre-Pharmacy Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to be pre-pharmacy?
  • You have the desire to become a pharmacist.
  • You are taking courses required by the pharmacy schools to which you hope to apply (two years or longer, depending on the school).
  • You are working with the PPAC by attending workshops and advising sessions.
  • You are exploring the field through employment or observation at a pharmacy, and by investigating alternative career options.
  • You are investigating admissions expectations of various colleges of pharmacy.
     
Which courses should I take?

Pre-Pharmacy Course Requirements for UC College of Pharmacy
Current prerequisite guide for UC undergraduates 
PSAR - Pharmacy School Admissions Requirements for all pharmacy programs
 

What resources are available to pre-pharmacy students?

Clermont Pre-Pharmacy Students:  Your advisor is Margaret (Peggy) Hager.

Raymond Walters Pre-Pharmacy Students:  Your advisor is Melinda Greer.

Blackboard - A&S Pre-Pharmacy students - find the Pre-Pharmacy Major Information community using the "Community" tab once you've logged in to Blackboard. See announcements, academic resources, requirements for pharmacy programs, etc.invalid link: http:// http://pharmacy.uc.edu/pharmd_phacts.cfm
PharmPhacts - University of Cincinnati College of Pharmacy
AACP - The American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Website provides you with a wealth of valuable information.
PCAT - Pharmacy College Admissions Test
PharmCAS - Pharmacy College Application Service
American Pharmacists Association - Educate yourself about current events and trends within the pharmacy profession.