I am new here and have been searching the web looking at new schools that are opening in fall 2010. I found the Presbyterian website and it looks good anyone looking at applying here or know other info.

I am new here and have been searching the web looking at new schools that are opening in fall 2010. I found the Presbyterian website and it looks good anyone looking at applying here or know other info.

I am planning to apply here. I live in South Carolina and PC is a respected school in SC. They are not yet accredited but I'm assuming that they will be before graduation. I'm not exactly sure how that works. The Dean of the Pharmacy program is very well respected to, from what I've heard.

I have applied! We will have to wait til June to make sure they get pre-candidate status. But all looks good!

They don't start interviewing for awhile... not until January. Now we just have to wait.

I was told that PC had their pre-candidate visit and it went well. I was also told they would find out in January. I see others are applying so I may join that club. I like the South anyway much warmer. Anyone else interested go to www.presby.edu (http://www.presby.edu) and check it out.

Heading to the PCSP Open house this weekend. Will let you know what I find out.

Visited the open house this past weekend. Beautiful campus and very nice small town atmosphere. I eraned a lot about the program. They have a solid faculty with much experience. The Dean has started several schools before and the program is very student oriented. I liked what they have to offer and there were other potential applicants that were there. About 25-30 as a matter of fact. Many of us talked and it will be one of our top choices. They are not hung up on the PCAT but grades and the overall make-up of the student is important to them. I have heard other schools tell me that but they seem to mean it!

Visited the open house this past weekend. Beautiful campus and very nice small town atmosphere. I eraned a lot about the program. They have a solid faculty with much experience. The Dean has started several schools before and the program is very student oriented. I liked what they have to offer and there were other potential applicants that were there. About 25-30 as a matter of fact. Many of us talked and it will be one of our top choices. They are not hung up on the PCAT but grades and the overall make-up of the student is important to them. I have heard other schools tell me that but they seem to mean it!

The school sounds a lot like SUCOP. If you want to go to school in a larger town check it out.

Hello, has anyone interviewed at Presbyterian college. How is the interview procedure, what kind of questions do they ask, what is the test about? Any information will be good. Thanks

hi, i interviewed there. it was a really nice campus in a small town. the staff is great and make you feel at ease. the interview process was not stressful at all. you will interview with a couple of faculty members, one at a time. the test is pretty much all common sense questions. The questions they asked me were all about my pharmacy work experience. no ethics questions or anything like that. basics, why pharmacy...why presbyterian college...etc. although it is a new school they are going to have an awesome program. i decided to go to my home state school , fully accredited, etc for $$ reasons. this school is pretty expensive but will be fully accredited eventually with no problem i think. im pretty sure they are trying to find the highest quality candidates for their first class. good luck!

Hello thank you for the feedback PHARM2BeUC. I greatly appreciate it, one last thing to ask where did you stay and are there any motels or any information would be great. Thanks

Hi, I interviewed there and was accepted. I made a sheet with the questions asked and helpful tips during the interview process for a co-worker. If you leave your email address i can send you the document.

Hello ohso0ri3nt41 that would be great, because I have interview on Wednesday 10 2010 in march. This would be great help. My email is patelrr23@gmail.com Also any feedback or suggestion would be great. Thanks for all the help.

sent it... Good Luck

Hello, I have an interview coming up soon at Presbyterian, Could you send me the information to. anunda18@gmail.com

Thank you

osoOri3nt41 I see you are attending PC this fall. Where are you from?

I thought the interview was very laid back and allowed you room to "distinguish" yourself so-to-speak.

Oddly enough, unlike the interview experience from a member's previous post, I got a lot of ethical/situational based questions..."what would you do if you saw a nurse using the same size blood pressure cuff on everyone" (I thought this one was really out of left field but still interesting). Anyway, just be yourself and let them get a good sense of what you can bring to their program. Remember, they are new and will try to look for characteristics in their first class that will lay a solid foundation so make sure to think about your answers with that in mind.

I really liked the school and the whole interview process was one of the reasons I'm going there this Fall, so I wish you luck.

Hi all, I interviewed at PC on 3/3/10 and was told tht we should hear if we're accepted or not by the next weeek (which is now). I was wondering if anyone on the board had the interview at the same time and heard back yet??? im starting to get worried.

Ya, I was accepted as well, anyone else get in?

I liked the school as well so I'm going to go here over some of my other choices even though it is a new school. I had a really good connection with the faculty and staff.

I also got into PC.. After going to the interview and campus tour I was really impressed with the school, faculty and program. They genuinly seemed intrested in what u had to say and all were odviously excited to be opening the school in 2010. Unlike other interviews where I felt that I could have been talking to the wall for all they cared. Ive chosen PC and am really excited:soexcited: to be the inaugural class 2014

hey smoky, when was your interview and when did they let you know you were accepted? was it by phone?

and how about you rxgirl???

I had an interview Feb 25, I recieved a call 7 days later in the late afternoon with exceptance and recieved a letter in the mail a few days later.

I found out like less than a week after my interview, by phone and mail. My interview was in February. I agree rxgirl2014, they did seem interested, I feel like I was actually interviewing them..haha. Only downside is It's an expensive school, but I knew that before the interview..overall I feel It will be just as good as most established schools. Plus every established school was new at some point!..haha

anybody out there who has interviewed or been accepted lately?

Presbyterians is an acronym for Britney Spears! I just found that out recently on AOL news. Cool beans. :)

I am interested in applying at PC. I am also going to apply at USC and South. Of course I am far from applying as I just started my pre reqs, but if anyone has any adivce or tips about getting in to PC (such as what your GPA, PCAT, pharmacy experience was, etc.) that would be greatly appreciated!!

I got placed on their alternate list. anybody else out there with recent news from PC?

Hey guys, I just got accepted yesterday morning!! im very excited

I actually left them a thank you card stating that I enjoyed their interview process and and thought they would be a great candidate for my choices and would like to accept their program, so it was more like I choose them, or "accepted" them.

Hi all,
how do you apply to this school?
Do you just apply to PharmCAS or you need to do any supplemental application?
I read their website but have no clue still..
thanks :D

Hi all,
how do you apply to this school?
Do you just apply to PharmCAS or you need to do any supplemental application?
I read their website but have no clue still..
thanks :D

You need to be more thorough if you want to apply to pharmacy school:
http://www.presby.edu/pharmacy/admissions/application.html

and FAQs:
http://www.presby.edu/pharmacy/admissions/FAQ.html

Check it out for 2011. It is a great school and having a great time here.

pharmacy.presby.edu

Are you a current student at Presbyterian or do you work there? I have applied and my application is complete but I haven't heard anything yet. :)

Are you really having fun in Clinton, SC?

I thought about applying to Presby (I'm from SC), but there is no way in he// I would want to live in Clinton, thus nixing the app.

Great place to go to school. Wonderful facilities, faculty really care and it may be a small town but our class has really become close and that makes it a lot of fun.

You need to check it out it is better than most of the other new schools I had seen and better than some of the established schools in this area!

Clinton is a small town, but it really allows you to focus on school. I am a current student, and I have never seen such a committed staff. They are willing to go out of their way for each and every student. I am also very impressed with the program, the staff, and the opportunities available to students and look forward to the rest of my career at PCSP.

You need to be more thorough if you want to apply to pharmacy school:
http://www.presby.edu/pharmacy/admissions/application.html

and FAQs:
http://www.presby.edu/pharmacy/admissions/FAQ.html


We have a new site up and running now. The site is pharmacy.presby.edu. This new site offers links for current and prospective students. It also offers insight from professors, videos of students and the facility, and current information needed for admissions. Hope this is useful to you and many others!

i have my interview on wednesday the 26th. wish me luck.

has anybody else heard back from the director of admissions?

how did your interview go?

any tips?

Hi, I interviewed there and was accepted. I made a sheet with the questions asked and helpful tips during the interview process for a co-worker. If you leave your email address i can send you the document.

Hi, I am going to have an interview next week at Presbyterian. Would you please send me the sheet you made too? Anything will be great. Thanks very much for your help!!
email: yoyoio668@yahoo.com.hk

Hi, I interviewed there and was accepted. I made a sheet with the questions asked and helpful tips during the interview process for a co-worker. If you leave your email address i can send you the document.
Hey, I have an interview there on Feb 9 with PCSP can also send me a list with all the interview questions to odenigc@ferris.edu.

Hi, I interviewed there and was accepted. I made a sheet with the questions asked and helpful tips during the interview process for a co-worker. If you leave your email address i can send you the document.

Hey I am interviewing feb 1rst i know it's a bit late but can you send me one as well, petosalakerfan@yahoo.com, thanks.

Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy admits students based on academic criteria, as well as, the student’s ability to communicate, the student’s involvement in volunteer work, the student’s exploration of pharmacy as a profession, the student’s recommendation letters, and finally the student’s on site interview. Academically, the student is required to have a minimum pre-pharmacy GPA of 2.75 and a cumulative GPA of a 2.5 when other classes are added into the GPA. The PCAT is another academic requirement needed to be considered for admission at PCSP. At this time, there is no minimum score requirement for the PCAT, however, it is important to understand that each year students will be evaluated based on other students applying during that year, therefore, each year the average PCAT will change. The PCSP admissions staff truly looks for an individual that has a history of service to their community. At PCSP, there is a huge initiative to have every student involved in community service. The motto of Presbyterian College is “while we live, we serve”. In every aspect of the pharmacy school, this too is upheld. The admissions staff also looks for someone who has explored the profession of pharmacy. This can range from working in a pharmacy to interning, shadowing, or simply interviewing a pharmacist. This shows initiative on behalf of the student, to understand what pharmacy is all about. Finally, the admissions staff will review letters of recommendation, resumes, and essays submitted with the application for admittance to PCSP. If the student is selected for an interview, the student is asked to visit campus for an onsite interview. During this time, students will be able to interact with faculty and tour the facilities. If you are interested in applying to PCSP, please feel free to fill out an application at http://www.pharmacy.presby.edu or simply consult the website for further questions regarding the program. *Remember to always note deadlines before submitting applications. Applications for fall 2012 will be available in the summer months ahead.

please help with interview tips.

Hi, I am going to have an interview next week at Presbyterian. Would you please send me the sheet you made too? Anything will be great. Thanks very much for your help!!
email: yoyoio668@yahoo.com.hk


how was the interview? i have my interview this week.

how was the interview? i have my interview this week.

Hi, I declined my interview because of various reasons. Good luck!!

Please keep in mind that distributing and using interview questions is a violation of conduct at Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy. All applicants who are invited for interviews are required to sign a waiver stating that they will not disclose questions to any other applicant. If the Admissions committee at PCSP is to become aware of this, the application will be thrown out. We want everyone to have equal opportunities when it comes to the interview. Thank you!

I had an interview on 16th :) it was fun, and hopefully I hear a good news from them

Hii.. I have an interview on feb 23rd. do you mind if you can email me the sheet on kishu323@yahoo.com and any other information you think would help me to get into this school.

Thank You

Hii.. I have an interview on feb 23rd. do you mind if you can email me the sheet on kishu323@yahoo.com and any other information you think would help me to get into this school.

Thank You

Please keep in mind that distributing and using interview questions is a violation of conduct at Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy. All applicants who are invited for interviews are required to sign a waiver stating that they will not disclose questions to any other applicant. If the Admissions committee at PCSP is to become aware of this, the application will be thrown out. We want everyone to have equal opportunities when it comes to the interview. Thank you!

All school specific threads should be posted in this forum. Just a heads up.:)

I had an interview on 16th :) it was fun, and hopefully I hear a good news from them


We sincerely enjoyed having you on campus. The interviews have gone so well, and we are looking forward to the class of 2015 joining us at PCSP in the fall.

Hey everyone,

I was just checking to see if anyone has heard back from the school yet? I had my interview on feb 23rd and they said I'll hear back from them within a week, which is today. This waiting is just not too fun.. please let me know you guys heard back from the school.

Thank You!!

Hey everyone,

I was just checking to see if anyone has heard back from the school yet? I had my interview on feb 23rd and they said I'll hear back from them within a week, which is today. This waiting is just not too fun.. please let me know you guys heard back from the school.

Thank You!!

Hi,

The faculty and staff are still working on a lot of our more current interviews. If you have not been contacted, please do not be discouraged. As a previous student, I know that it's a tough time. I wish you the best of luck.

I received my letter last week.. They put me on waiting list.. :( Is anyone in same situation as I am? Does anyone know how many students are selected for waiting list this year?

I received my letter last week.. They put me on waiting list.. :( Is anyone in same situation as I am? Does anyone know how many students are selected for waiting list this year?

friend of mine is in a similar situation. she got wait listed. can't tell you how many are on the wait list. good luck to you.

friend of mine is in a similar situation. she got wait listed. can't tell you how many are on the wait list. good luck to you.

The wait list will be pulled from based on the number of those students who decline their acceptance or withdraw later. Please be aware that students may change their mind on schools as they are informed of other acceptances. There is no way for our faculty to know how many spots will open up, but if you were wait listed don't be discouraged. This occurs with many students at many institutions. If you aren't accepted this year, do what you can to work on your GPA and PCAT scores in order to make yourself increasingly more competitive and simply reapply next year. Pharmacy school has been one of the best decisions of my life, and trust me if it had come down to it, I wouldn't ever hesitate to tell a future student to wait and reapply next year. It is worth the wait and promises a bright, interesting, and rewarding career in the future. I hope this helps!

friend of mine is in a similar situation. she got wait listed. can't tell you how many are on the wait list. good luck to you.


The wait list will be pulled from based on the number of those students who decline their acceptance or withdraw later. Please be aware that students may change their mind on schools as they are informed of other acceptances. There is no way for our faculty to know how many spots will open up, but if you were wait listed don't be discouraged. This occurs with many students at many institutions. If you aren't accepted this year, do what you can to work on your GPA and PCAT scores in order to make yourself increasingly more competitive and simply reapply next year. Pharmacy school has been one of the best decisions of my life, and trust me if it had come down to it, I wouldn't ever hesitate to tell a future student to wait and reapply next year. It is worth the wait and promises a bright, interesting, and rewarding career in the future. I hope this helps!

Thanks for all the tips !!

hey!! i have an interview in feb can you also email the questions please ?? my email is frank.martini07@yahoo.com


Thank you so much in advance !!

Please keep in mind that distributing and using interview questions is a violation of conduct at Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy. All applicants who are invited for interviews are required to sign a waiver stating that they will not disclose questions to any other applicant. If the Admissions committee at PCSP is to become aware of this, the application will be thrown out. We want everyone to have equal opportunities when it comes to the interview. Thank you!

Hello all
I am a junior in UB as a pharmaceutical science major.
My pharmcas GPA is 3.12
and since they don't take my january pcat score they'll probably receive 37 one :scared:
I lived in Greenville SC from 2000 to 2005
Do You guys think I'll have a chance??
I mean yeah.. my pcat score is like..... TERRIBLE URGH
anyways..
chance me. TT_TT

Hello all
I am a junior in UB as a pharmaceutical science major.
My pharmcas GPA is 3.12
and since they don't take my january pcat score they'll probably receive 37 one :scared:
I lived in Greenville SC from 2000 to 2005
Do You guys think I'll have a chance??
I mean yeah.. my pcat score is like..... TERRIBLE URGH
anyways..
chance me. TT_TT


In my experience since beginning pharmacy school at PCSP, i've seen many instances were acceptance wasn't based merely on one's PCAT score. The faculty tend to look for a well rounded individual who serves their community, has had experience working in a pharmacy, has a good GPA...etc. So, if your PCAT is the only thing you are worried about, don't be discouraged. Hope this helps!

Thank you.
I just have a quick question. On the school website, it says i need a reference letter from a pharmacist and a professor.
Is that mean without pharmacist lor, i cant get in?

Thank you.
I just have a quick question. On the school website, it says i need a reference letter from a pharmacist and a professor.
Is that mean without pharmacist lor, i cant get in?

The idea of this requirement is a student's desire to reach out and network with other pharmacy professionals. If you have not worked in a pharmacy yet and do not know a pharmacist, I recommend simply finding an independent pharmacy and going in an "interviewing" and talking with a pharmacist. Explain to them your interest in pharmacy and ask them about their experiences. This will build a relationship with that pharmacist and I'm sure they would be more than happy to help you out with the reference letter. This is a requirement of many institutions. Also, some pharmacology professors are pharmacists at universities. This is another avenue to explore. I hope this helps!

Does anyone know how is the interview process overall, or how big is the campus?? Does PC have a research facility ? I am very interested in this school ??

Thanks

Does anyone know how is the interview process overall, or how big is the campus?? Does PC have a research facility ? I am very interested in this school ??

Thanks

I'm a current student and the campus is not very large, but bigger than say just a community college or what not. It of course is a private institution, so it's not as large as say a state university. Keep in mind the pharmacy school is a few miles down the road from the main campus, but the college works hard to keep the two integrated. Also, all of the pharmacy professors are very active in research and are quite often published as well. As far as the interview process, on your interview day, you'll be given a tour of the pharmacy school, you'll meet faculty and you'll be given an interview based on a wide range of topics to assess your overall "character". Are there any other questions you would like answered?

I'm a current student and the campus is not very large, but bigger than say just a community college or what not. It of course is a private institution, so it's not as large as say a state university. Keep in mind the pharmacy school is a few miles down the road from the main campus, but the college works hard to keep the two integrated. Also, all of the pharmacy professors are very active in research and are quite often published as well. As far as the interview process, on your interview day, you'll be given a tour of the pharmacy school, you'll meet faculty and you'll be given an interview based on a wide range of topics to assess your overall "character". Are there any other questions you would like answered?
Thanks for the answers, I still have few more questions if you don't mind answering ?

Does PC have a research facility, where the students are allowed to do research ??? Or are there all the technology or instrumental devices provided for pharmacy students ??

Thanks for the answers, I still have few more questions if you don't mind answering ?

Does PC have a research facility, where the students are allowed to do research ??? Or are there all the technology or instrumental devices provided for pharmacy students ??

There is a faculty research facility in the pharmacy school, in which at times, students are given the opportunity to work with the faculty in independent studies. At this point the faculty have top notch technology in DNA sequencing in particular. As for the students, PCSP has a unique feature that many pharmacy schools do not. The school has a few SimMen, which are fully working simulator "humans" that enable the students to work hands on with a "real patient" through therapy management classes and labs. Does this answer your questions?

I am excited for my interview at Presbyterian College! I hear that it is a great school and offers so many technological supplements to highlight the interactive learning experience. I am nervous, excited and hopeful that my interview goes well. Is there anyone else out there that has interviewed and been accepted to PCSOP? I have an interview next week and would like to hear of any new information about the school that is not found online. I want to know everything about the school.

I am excited for my interview at Presbyterian College! I hear that it is a great school and offers so many technological supplements to highlight the interactive learning experience. I am nervous, excited and hopeful that my interview goes well. Is there anyone else out there that has interviewed and been accepted to PCSOP? I have an interview next week and would like to hear of any new information about the school that is not found online. I want to know everything about the school.

I'm a current student, and I have been through the whole process. PCSP is more of a close-knit school than other pharmacy schools that I interviewed at. Though the faculty are involved in research and other pharmaceutical positions, they always have time for their students. The school is located in Clinton, SC. Clinton is a small community but gives you the opportunity to focus on studying. Spartanburg, Simpsonville, and Newberry are all pretty close if you need a little "escape from small town life". The school is a new facility and is beautiful. There are two main lecture halls, many recitation "smaller" classrooms, and there is also a student cafe' area. We also currently have three labs. One is a more of a typical lab that you may have seen in your pre-pharmacy studies, another is a community pharmacy setup in which you learn a lot of the medications that pharmacists see on a daily basis as well as dispensing techniques, and finally we have a hospital style lab in which you are given the opportunity to work with simulators that works just like a real patient in many ways and you are given the opportunity to work under IV hoods, learning how to formulate and properly handle IVs. I have really enjoyed the program so far. If you have any questions for me, I'd be glad to answer them.

I'm a current student, and I have been through the whole process. PCSP is more of a close-knit school than other pharmacy schools that I interviewed at. Though the faculty are involved in research and other pharmaceutical positions, they always have time for their students. The school is located in Clinton, SC. Clinton is a small community but gives you the opportunity to focus on studying. Spartanburg, Simpsonville, and Newberry are all pretty close if you need a little "escape from small town life". The school is a new facility and is beautiful. There are two main lecture halls, many recitation "smaller" classrooms, and there is also a student cafe' area. We also currently have three labs. One is a more of a typical lab that you may have seen in your pre-pharmacy studies, another is a community pharmacy setup in which you learn a lot of the medications that pharmacists see on a daily basis as well as dispensing techniques, and finally we have a hospital style lab in which you are given the opportunity to work with simulators that works just like a real patient in many ways and you are given the opportunity to work under IV hoods, learning how to formulate and properly handle IVs. I have really enjoyed the program so far. If you have any questions for me, I'd be glad to answer them.
Thanks for all the Feed back ~ pcspstudent

What kind of scenarios are ask in the group interaction activity ? and at the interview do they take pictures of the people who are being interviewed ??

Thanks for all the Feed back ~ pcspstudent

What kind of scenarios are ask in the group interaction activity ? and at the interview do they take pictures of the people who are being interviewed ??

Its just an activity to get to know each other and see how you interact. The scenarios are always different. It's no big deal at all, just simply be yourself. Also, yes they do take pictures, from the outside I know that may seem a little weird but in reality it's awesome what they do. On the first day of orientation a greater majority of the faculty already knew my name. They take the initiative to get to know the students ahead of time. You aren't just a "number" at PCSP. Do you have any other questions?

I interviewed on Jan.19th. Has anyone received an acceptance yet?

The same here. Waiting for a call but still i havent heard any thing from them. Keep my fingers cross! Let's update each other.

The same here. Waiting for a call but still i havent heard any thing from them. Keep my fingers cross! Let's update each other.


Did you two enjoy the interview day? I hope it went well for you! Also, do either of you have any questions about the program that weren't answered?

Yea the interview was good and i like everything about the college. But right now the waiting is just killing me.

I enjoyed the interviewed very much. It was exactly like I have been told from other students. Very laid back and relaxing.

The same here. Waiting for a call but still i havent heard any thing from them. Keep my fingers cross! Let's update each other.
I would be glad to update you. Did you interview in the morning or afternoon?

I enjoyed the interviewed very much. It was exactly like I have been told from other students. Very laid back and relaxing.


I'm so excited that you enjoyed our school and your interview. That's great to hear. Do you have any further concerns or questions regarding the program? I know at this point you are just overwhelmed by wanting to know if you are in or not. I've been there done that! :) Trust me though, in the end, all of this will be worth it!

Yea the interview was good and i like everything about the college. But right now the waiting is just killing me.


I'm so excited that you enjoyed our school and your interview. That's great to hear. Do you have any further concerns or questions regarding the program? I know at this point you are just overwhelmed by wanting to know if you are in or not. I've been there done that! :) Trust me though, in the end, all of this will be worth it!

yea mine was in the afternoon.

I interviewed and was accepted back in the fall, and like most others have said the interview is pretty laid back. The admissions committee just wants to get to know who you are. Be yourself, remember your manners, dress professionally, and you'll do fine.

I'm really excited about starting PCSP in the fall. I investigated all of the Pharm.D. programs in NC, SC, and GA. PC was the best fit for me, which is noteworthy considering I am finishing undergrad at one of the other schools in the region who have a college of pharmacy.

Best of luck to the current applicants; I hope you hear good news soon!

Got a call today, I was accepted!!!! So excited:D

Hi, I interviewed there and was accepted. I made a sheet with the questions asked and helpful tips during the interview process for a co-worker. If you leave your email address i can send you the document.

Hey can I get the questions from you, so I can know what to look for? email: nnguyen502@gmail.com

Got a call today, I was accepted!!!! So excited:D

Congratulations!!! :highfive: I

Got a call today, I was accepted!!!! So excited:D
Hey, When did you interview ?? and Congrats !!

hi i have an interview on tuesday the 31st anyone have any tips? im really nervous

Congrats on the interview. I'll be coming on the 31st too. Maybe I'll see you there.

Got a call today, I was accepted!!!! So excited:D
Hey do you know, how many people interviewed on the 19th with you, b/c one of my friend interviewed on the 24th and told me that there were about 20 people in the groups of 5.........

And do you know how many others have gotten in....

btw congrats !!!

Hey, When did you interview ?? and Congrats !!
Thanks, I interviewed on the 19th

Hey can I get the questions from you, so I can know what to look for? email: nnguyen502@gmail.com

Please keep in mind that distributing and using interview questions is a violation of conduct at Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy. All applicants who are invited for interviews are required to sign a waiver stating that they will not disclose questions to any other applicant. If the Admissions committee at PCSP is to become aware of this, the application will be thrown out. We want everyone to have equal opportunities when it comes to the interview. Thank you!

Got a call today, I was accepted!!!! So excited:D


Congratulations! I look forward to meeting my future peers soon. I hope PC will be all you hoped it would be. I have truly enjoyed my experience thus far! :)

hi i have an interview on tuesday the 31st anyone have any tips? im really nervous


I hope you enjoyed your visit today! We enjoyed having you!

Congrats on the interview. I'll be coming on the 31st too. Maybe I'll see you there.


I hope you enjoyed your visit with us. Everyone looked very professional and held themselves in a very respectable manner. Best of luck to you! Do you have any other questions that perhaps weren't answered today or before your interview?

My advice is just be yourself and show your personality.

My advice is just be yourself and show your personality.


That's what I always tell everyone!

Does anyone know how many students have been accepted so far to start off in the fall 2012 ??

I know of 3 people other than myself. I interviewed on 1-31 and received an acceptance call today.

I have an interview on the 15th. I'm kinda nervous. But I look forward to meeting the faculty and seeing the school. I hear good things about it :)

I know of 3 people other than myself. I interviewed on 1-31 and received an acceptance call today.
But they said that the earliest you would know if accepted will be 10 days before they will call you so how come you got a call so early, I am just curious ??

But congrats !!

But they said that the earliest you would know if accepted will be 10 days before they will call you so how come you got a call so early, I am just curious ??

But congrats !!

Our faculty are working hard to get through the acceptance process as.quickly as possible! Sometimes they get ahead of schedule! Congrats on being called for an interview! I know its hard waiting on a call.... ive been in your shoes! Just remember in the end all of it is worth it! Good luck to all of you! I sure was impressed with the professional behavior of all of you that have interviewed thus far!

Its been two weeks since my interview. I have 't heard anything positive or negative from the school. Anyone knows how long the wait is going to be?

But they said that the earliest you would know if accepted will be 10 days before they will call you so how come you got a call so early, I am just curious ??

But congrats !!
I have no idea but it was pretty quick. The other 3 people I know that were accepted received the acceptance call about 10 days after their interview. I was really surprised to get an acceptance call on a Saturday too.

Yes I got accepted as well. They called me three days after my interview. It's funny because I was pretty sure I did horrible on the interview plus my gpa is on the borderline and my pcat score is well below a 50 but I still got accepted?? I thought it was going to be hard gettin into this school, given that they only accept 80 students.

Just curious, what are the stats of the people who got accepted?

Yes I got accepted as well. They called me three days after my interview. It's funny because I was pretty sure I did horrible on the interview plus my gpa is on the borderline and my pcat score is well below a 50 but I still got accepted?? I thought it was going to be hard gettin into this school, given that they only accept 80 students.

Just curious, what are the stats of the people who got accepted?

In my class, the class of 2014, we have a great mix of those that had really high scores and those that were on the boarder line. The difference in this program and others, is that your test scores aren't the only thing that get you in. You must exhibit the characteristics of a pharmacist as well. The smartest pharmacist isn't always the best pharmacist, keep that in mind. Your personality and your interaction with patients goes a long way as well.

That's a great news for those of you who has gotten accepted :))) I am still waiting to get a call from them hopefully I get a call sometime soon in the coming up week, it has already been 10 days, just praying now !!

Its been two weeks since my interview. I have 't heard anything positive or negative from the school. Anyone knows how long the wait is going to be?

Hey I m in the same boat as you, when was your interview ?? Was it on 24th jan ??

I interviewed Jan 24th and received my acceptance Feb 3rd. I am currently at Appalachian State University in NC and I am so excited to be apart of PCSP 2016!!

I interviewed Jan 24th and received my acceptance Feb 3rd. I am currently at Appalachian State University in NC and I am so excited to be apart of PCSP 2016!!


We are so excited to meet all of you! Welcome to the family! :)

We are so excited to meet all of you! Welcome to the family! :)

would they let someone know if they did not get in?? or how does that work ??

would they let someone know if they did not get in?? or how does that work ??


Yes they will let you know if you are accepted, being put on the wait list, or, yes, if you don't get in. Unfortunately, they can't accept everyone. I sure wish they could because as I said in an earlier feed, I know I, as a fellow pharmacy student, thought all those interviewing were very professional and seemed like they would make excellent pharmacists some day. Best of luck to you! I hope you enjoyed your visit with us, we enjoyed having you!

I interviewed Jan 24th and received my acceptance Feb 3rd. I am currently at Appalachian State University in NC and I am so excited to be apart of PCSP 2016!!

Congratulations!!!:highfive:

Yes they will let you know if you are accepted, being put on the wait list, or, yes, if you don't get in. Unfortunately, they can't accept everyone. I sure wish they could because as I said in an earlier feed, I know I, as a fellow pharmacy student, thought all those interviewing were very professional and seemed like they would make excellent pharmacists some day. Best of luck to you! I hope you enjoyed your visit with us, we enjoyed having you!

Do you think I should call them if it's over a month and i still don't hear anything from them or so if they don't call ? It hasn't been a month yet but just wondering...?? Or should i not call and just wait patiently.:xf::xf::xf:

Do you think I should call them if it's over a month and i still don't hear anything from them or so if they don't call ? It hasn't been a month yet but just wondering...?? Or should i not call and just wait patiently.:xf::xf::xf:

You should hear something within a month. However, keep in mind that if you are put on the wait list, a letter will have to be mailed and arrive at your residence. I would say six weeks or so and then I'd call. One month may still be a little soon. I know it's killing you waiting. I've been right in your shoes before and it's not fun! :/ But best of wishes!

I interviewed Jan 24th and received my acceptance Feb 3rd. I am currently at Appalachian State University in NC and I am so excited to be apart of PCSP 2016!!
I interviewed on Jan 24th as well and I received a call on Friday. I am super excited to be attending PCSP next year. Class of 2016!! can't wait to meet all of you!!

I interviewed on Jan 24th as well and I received a call on Friday. I am super excited to be attending PCSP next year. Class of 2016!! can't wait to meet all of you!!
Congratulations!!!:highfive:

I interviewed on Jan 24th as well and I received a call on Friday. I am super excited to be attending PCSP next year. Class of 2016!! can't wait to meet all of you!!


Congratulations and welcome to the PCSP family! :)

You should hear something within a month. However, keep in mind that if you are put on the wait list, a letter will have to be mailed and arrive at your residence. I would say six weeks or so and then I'd call. One month may still be a little soon. I know it's killing you waiting. I've been right in your shoes before and it's not fun! :/ But best of wishes!

Thanks for your help. I hope I do get in b/c I really like this school. If I get wait listed then am I going to be in a specific order or are they still going o review all of their remaining applicants do you know ??

Thanks for your help. I hope I do get in b/c I really like this school. If I get wait listed then am I going to be in a specific order or are they still going o review all of their remaining applicants do you know ??

They will accept enough to occupy most of the seats, however, in most application processes there are a handful to numerous applicants in some cases that will not accept due to location, preferences, and other school offers. So, being put on the wait list doesn't mean you wont get in, but simply says that your acceptance is dependent on what those accepted decide. I wish you the best of luck though!

They will accept enough to occupy most of the seats, however, in most application processes there are a handful to numerous applicants in some cases that will not accept due to location, preferences, and other school offers. So, being put on the wait list doesn't mean you wont get in, but simply says that your acceptance is dependent on what those accepted decide. I wish you the best of luck though!

Thanks a lot !! :thumbup:

Thanks a lot !! :thumbup:


You are very welcome. Let me know if you have any further questions.

this waiting for Presbyterian is scaryy :((( I've waited and it's been 9 days.

this waiting for Presbyterian is scaryy :((( I've waited and it's been 9 days.


I know it's tough! I've been there done that! Best of wishes.

I say we need to start a new thread that is titled "Presbyterian college School of Pharmacy class of 2016"....discussing housing options and whatnot

Good idea! I created a class specific thread in the Pharmacy forum: http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?p=12115604#post12115604

How has everyone's interviews been in the last couple of weeks? We've enjoyed having you on campus!

I interviewed on 1/31 and i heard nothing...
Wonder what this means...
Waitlisted or declined?
Making me sad..;;

I interviewed on 1/31 and i heard nothing...
Wonder what this means...
Waitlisted or declined?
Making me sad..;;

I suspect that PC is waiting to hear back from some of the students who have been offered admission to see if they are going to accept the offer; everyone has two weeks to think about it from the date that they are accepted before PC requires a final answer from them with a deposit.

Unfortunately, there are only 80 seats available, so they cannot offer seats to more than 80 people at one time. But there are a good portion of people who decline seats for various reasons in every program, so I would not be discouraged, especially if you have good stats and had a good interview.

Also, this is the "busy season" for pharmacy schools. Most of the interviews take place between January - March, and it is more competetive due to there being a significantly higher number of applicants relative to the number of seats remaining in each program.

Good luck, and I'm hoping you hear good news soon! :thumbup:

I suspect that PC is waiting to hear back from some of the students who have been offered admission to see if they are going to accept the offer; everyone has two weeks to think about it from the date that they are accepted before PC requires a final answer from them with a deposit.

Unfortunately, there are only 80 seats available, so they cannot offer seats to more than 80 people at one time. But there are a good portion of people who decline seats for various reasons in every program, so I would not be discouraged, especially if you have good stats and had a good interview.

Also, this is the "busy season" for pharmacy schools. Most of the interviews take place between January - March, and it is more competetive due to there being a significantly higher number of applicants relative to the number of seats remaining in each program.

Good luck, and I'm hoping you hear good news soon! :thumbup:

I agree completely! Also remember that not only are individuals still waiting to accept, there are also plenty of students that will take the$1000 deposit cut just to hold their spot and will later decide to go somewhere else. Thus, this will open up spots for those on the wait list. There is still hope! :) Best of luck to all of you that have recently interviewed and those of you who are still waiting.

yeah; true true
but I dont even know I got waitlisted or not.
Like I heard nothing from them after the interview.
It's been 3 weeks now.
sigh... like I am the point where I am not nervous anymore.. haha..

yeah; true true
but I dont even know I got waitlisted or not.
Like I heard nothing from them after the interview.
It's been 3 weeks now.
sigh... like I am the point where I am not nervous anymore.. haha..

Yea I know it's tough waiting! I really think it's just because they are waiting to see how many accept before the tell too many that they are wait listed or not accepted. I wish you the best of luck though.

@PCSPstudent.... I know the Pharmacy School has an maturing program and is young, but has there been any students that have failed out or dropped out?

yeah; true true
but I dont even know I got waitlisted or not.
Like I heard nothing from them after the interview.
It's been 3 weeks now.
sigh... like I am the point where I am not nervous anymore.. haha..

I am feeling the same way !!

@PCSPstudent.... I know the Pharmacy School has an maturing program and is young, but has there been any students that have failed out or dropped out?


We had three drop out, however, 2 were due to medical leave. Both classes, as a whole, however, have really been doing well. If you keep up with your studies the professors set you up to succeed. They give you everything you need, but the issue is usually when students get behind and don't keep up. The pace never slows down so you have to stay on top of things.

I suspect that PC is waiting to hear back from some of the students who have been offered admission to see if they are going to accept the offer; everyone has two weeks to think about it from the date that they are accepted before PC requires a final answer from them with a deposit.

Unfortunately, there are only 80 seats available, so they cannot offer seats to more than 80 people at one time. But there are a good portion of people who decline seats for various reasons in every program, so I would not be discouraged, especially if you have good stats and had a good interview.

Also, this is the "busy season" for pharmacy schools. Most of the interviews take place between January - March, and it is more competetive due to there being a significantly higher number of applicants relative to the number of seats remaining in each program.

Good luck, and I'm hoping you hear good news soon! :thumbup:



I declined my offer last week. Hopefully that frees up a spot for someone else. I really like the school but a few other factors came into play when it came down to the decision to decline the offer.

I found out I got accepted two days ago on the 20th! :soexcited:. I love the school. I had a great time meeting the faculty and students.

I found out I got accepted two days ago on the 20th! :soexcited:. I love the school. I had a great time meeting the faculty and students.

When did u interview ??

I found out I got accepted two days ago on the 20th! :soexcited:. I love the school. I had a great time meeting the faculty and students.

Congratulations!!! :highfive:

pcspstudent, just out of curiosity (not trying to delve too deeply into anyone's personal life here), do you know if the students who left for medical reasons will be allowed to re-enroll and pick up where they left off after they recover if they are able to fully recover?

Congratulations!!! :highfive:

pcspstudent, just out of curiosity (not trying to delve too deeply into anyone's personal life here), do you know if the students who left for medical reasons will be allowed to re-enroll and pick up where they left off after they recover if they are able to fully recover?


All of the students who left for medical reasons are allowed to return, pretty much no questions asked. The only thing that must be done is you must start "fresh" with the next class. For example, I am a P2 but say I got sick and had to leave during this spring semester...I would have to wait until the next classes spring semester to pick back up where I left off. So the timing thing is the only bad thing about it. They are very understanding...and as far as grades, the school really works to set up a system to let you know that you need to work harder. They don't just wait for you to fail out. I know you'll love the school. I know I do. Congratulations and welcome to the family! :)

had an interview on 1/31/12 just received my acceptance today!! so excitedddd!! for those of you who are waiting to hear back dont give up:soexcited:

had an interview on 1/31/12 just received my acceptance today!! so excitedddd!! for those of you who are waiting to hear back dont give up:soexcited:

Congrats! We are so excited to welcome you to the PCSP faculty. If you need anything at all my email is pcspstudent@presby.edu. I'd be happy to help you. Congrats again!

When did u interview ??
I interviewed on the 15th :)

I interviewed on the 15th :)

Did you enjoy your interview with us? I hope so!

Did you enjoy your interview with us? I hope so!

Hey I interviewed back in jan and I still haven't heard anything back. Do you think I should give them a call or something ??

Hey I interviewed back in jan and I still haven't heard anything back. Do you think I should give them a call or something ??


My advice would be to give it a couple more weeks. I know that some people that were waiting for a while just got notified, however, keep in mind to that this week is PCSP's spring break. With the high volume of applicants and recent interviews the faculty have been working hard to go through and selected the best candidates for the program. I know it's hard to wait. I've been there. Best of luck and let me know if you have any further questions.

Hey has anyone received an acceptance that interviewed in late February 2012 or later? After reading this forum I see that some people haven't heard anything and are in the same boat as I am. I must say that I leave my phone on loud every night hoping that I'll be woken up by an acceptance call from PC. sigh... STRESSFUL times!!

Im in that same situation.
I interviewed on jan 29 and i still didnt hear anything
I even thought there was something wrong with my phone -.-
I hope ill hear something soon

Hey has anyone received an acceptance that interviewed in late February 2012 or later? After reading this forum I see that some people haven't heard anything and are in the same boat as I am. I must say that I leave my phone on loud every night hoping that I'll be woken up by an acceptance call from PC. sigh... STRESSFUL times!!

I got put on the alternate list today. Has this happened to anyone before here and what do you think of my chances of getting in are???

I also put on the alternate list.

I got put on the alternate list today. Has this happened to anyone before here and what do you think of my chances of getting in are???

If you are on the waiting list, you still have a pretty good shot to get an acceptance letter down the road.

For example, I have a close friend who applied to physical therapy school this year: she received two rejections, one acceptance, and one waitlist spot. Oddly enough, the school to which she was accepted is the most "prestigious" of the four, but the school to which she was waitlisted is really her first choice. She was initially ranked #9 on the waiting list earlier this month, and she became discouraged because she felt like she would not gain admittance, but she received a letter over the weekend, and she is now #2 on the waiting list.

I'm not sure if your rank on the waiting list was disclosed to you or not, but the "take home" is that most schools usually delve pretty deeply into their waiting lists for various reasons.

I've also heard tales of students not showing up for orientation or class because the applicant chose to attend elsewhere and didn't have the courtesy to notify the school, and the school will typically contact students from their waiting list to fill that applicant's spot; I've heard of this happening at Campbell and it happened to a friend of mine who is now a P4 at SCCP in Columbia.

I just want to say to all of you that have been accepted, congratulations! I want to personally welcome you to our PCSP family. To those of you who are waiting, I know it's tough. I've been in your boat before, but let me just say in the end it's worth all the stress and worry. Best of luck to all of you. Again, if you have any questions at all, send me an email at pcspstudent@presby.edu

I am on their waiting list too, got an email today from Dr.Fox. (Fingers crossed)

:xf:Yeah I am on that list too, just worried now but hopefully we get in asap.:xf:

May the odds ever be in your favor! :thumbup: Good luck, guys! :xf:

May the odds ever be in your favor! :thumbup: Good luck, guys! :xf:

Thanks!!

Nice Hunger Games quote haha

Has anyone from the Waiting List got a call for acceptance yet ???

Nice Hunger Games quote haha

I'm hooked on the books right now; it's interfering with studying, too. :o

Good luck to you guys on the waiting list; I hope you hear good news soon! :xf:

Has anyone from the Waiting List got a call for acceptance yet ???

Hey, I m on waiting list as well, has anyone heard back from them yet ?? This is really making me sad...

I hope all of you who were accepted are able to attend the meet and greet. Congratulations again to all of you who will be joining us in the fall.

Waiting list students anything new?

Waiting list students anything new?

No, Nothing new still waiting to here some back from them ?

Are all of you ready to start pharmacy school in the fall? I am here to answer any questions that you may have throughout the summer. I hope you all are doing well and all of your preparations are going as planned.

:))

gordonwon@yahoo.com. I want the document of interview questions for Presbyterian College SOP

gordonwon@yahoo.com. I want the document of interview questions for Presbyterian College SOP



Please keep in mind that distributing and using interview questions is a violation of conduct at Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy. All applicants who are invited for interviews are required to sign a waiver stating that they will not disclose questions to any other applicant. If the Admissions committee at PCSP is to become aware of this, the application will be thrown out. We want everyone to have equal opportunities when it comes to the interview. Thank you!