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Deciding if Pharmacy is the Career Path for You
What does it take to become a pharmacist?
What practice areas will I be able to choose from if I decide to become a pharmacist?
How can I get work experience in a pharmacy?
What should I do if I am interested in job shadowing?
Are there jobs in pharmacy?
How much money do pharmacists make?
How does pharmacy compare to other medical professions?
Choosing Which Pharm.D. Schools to Apply To
Which schools offer the Pharm.D.?
Which schools offer 3-year Pharm.D. programs?
Which schools offer 5-year or 6-year Pharm.D. programs?
Are there any new schools that plan to open for fall 2005 or later?
What is the "best" pharmacy school?
Are there any online Pharm.D. programs? What about satellite programs?
How much do different schools cost to attend?
Where can I find statistics on the acceptance pool at various schools?
Question & Answer Threads for Specific Schools
Shameless plug for USC School of Pharmacy [Q & A] - by BMBiology
Another shameless plug for USC - by BMBiology
UCSF Pharmacy Questions -by Oneday_9
Preparing to Apply
What factors do pharmacy schools consider in the admissions process?
What kinds of extracurricular activities will help me become a competitive applicant?
Do I need pharmacy work experience before I apply?
What GPA do I need to be a competitive applicant?
What schools require the PCAT?
How can I best prepare myself for the PCAT?
Is it better to apply after my prerequisite coursework is finished?
The Application Process
What is PharmCAS and how does it affect the application process?
What do I need to know about asking for letters of reference?
What advice do you have about my personal statement?
What can I expect during the interview process?
How can I prepare for interview essay questions?
If I have to reapply, what can I do to improve my chances of being accepted?
Issues After Admission
What immunizations do I need before starting school?
Why do I need more immunizations before starting school?
What do internships usually pay?
What is a Curriculum Vitae (CV) and why do I need one?
How am I going to finance my Pharm.D.?
Where can I find information on residencies?
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Useful Pharmacy Links
Blogs
Drug and medical references
Pharmacy magazines
Pharmacy organizations
SDN Pharmacy Classes - Add Yourself to the Roll Call
Class of 2006/2007 (professional coursework began in 2003)
Class of 2007/2008 (professional coursework began in 2004)
Class of 2008/2009 (professional coursework to begin in 2005)
"Get to Know You" Threads
Lets see who we're dealing with!
Tell me about yourself....
Other classics
Laws of learning
Post your pharmacy jokes!
The Official "Blame it on Bananaface & FutureRxGal" thread
(note: formerly known as The "Blame it on JDPharmd? and South 2006" thread)
Things I Learn from My Patients.
What is your favorite looking pill?
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The purpose of this FAQ/Links sticky is to allow forum users to find answers to common questions without sorting through clutter. It is a work in progress and your input is greatly appreciated. If you are interested in contributing information to the FAQ, critiquing FAQ sections, or contributing on some other way, please PM me or post in the FAQ input thread.
What does it take to become a pharmacist?
What practice areas will I be able to choose from if I decide to become a pharmacist?
How can I get work experience in a pharmacy?
What should I do if I am interested in job shadowing?
Are there jobs in pharmacy?
How much money do pharmacists make?
How does pharmacy compare to other medical professions?
Choosing Which Pharm.D. Schools to Apply To
Which schools offer the Pharm.D.?
Which schools offer 3-year Pharm.D. programs?
Which schools offer 5-year or 6-year Pharm.D. programs?
Are there any new schools that plan to open for fall 2005 or later?
What is the "best" pharmacy school?
Are there any online Pharm.D. programs? What about satellite programs?
How much do different schools cost to attend?
Where can I find statistics on the acceptance pool at various schools?
Question & Answer Threads for Specific Schools
Shameless plug for USC School of Pharmacy [Q & A] - by BMBiology
Another shameless plug for USC - by BMBiology
UCSF Pharmacy Questions -by Oneday_9
Preparing to Apply
What factors do pharmacy schools consider in the admissions process?
What kinds of extracurricular activities will help me become a competitive applicant?
Do I need pharmacy work experience before I apply?
What GPA do I need to be a competitive applicant?
What schools require the PCAT?
How can I best prepare myself for the PCAT?
Is it better to apply after my prerequisite coursework is finished?
The Application Process
What is PharmCAS and how does it affect the application process?
What do I need to know about asking for letters of reference?
What advice do you have about my personal statement?
What can I expect during the interview process?
How can I prepare for interview essay questions?
If I have to reapply, what can I do to improve my chances of being accepted?
Issues After Admission
What immunizations do I need before starting school?
Why do I need more immunizations before starting school?
What do internships usually pay?
What is a Curriculum Vitae (CV) and why do I need one?
How am I going to finance my Pharm.D.?
Where can I find information on residencies?
********************************************
Useful Pharmacy Links
Blogs
Drug and medical references
Pharmacy magazines
Pharmacy organizations
SDN Pharmacy Classes - Add Yourself to the Roll Call
Class of 2006/2007 (professional coursework began in 2003)
Class of 2007/2008 (professional coursework began in 2004)
Class of 2008/2009 (professional coursework to begin in 2005)
"Get to Know You" Threads
Lets see who we're dealing with!
Tell me about yourself....
Other classics
Laws of learning
Post your pharmacy jokes!
The Official "Blame it on Bananaface & FutureRxGal" thread
(note: formerly known as The "Blame it on JDPharmd? and South 2006" thread)
Things I Learn from My Patients.
What is your favorite looking pill?
*********************************************
The purpose of this FAQ/Links sticky is to allow forum users to find answers to common questions without sorting through clutter. It is a work in progress and your input is greatly appreciated. If you are interested in contributing information to the FAQ, critiquing FAQ sections, or contributing on some other way, please PM me or post in the FAQ input thread.