pre-pharmacy

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    How competitive am I?

    Hey everyone! I'm currently planning to apply to pharmacy school next year, but I dont have much information regarding what makes an individual competitive (I was pre-med and just recently decided to apply to pharmacy). My PCAT (July 2016) results Chemistry: 99 Biology: 97 Quantitative: 62...
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    Probability of pharmacy school acceptance

    Hey everyone! I'm currently planning to apply to pharmacy school next year, but I dont have much information regarding what makes an individual competitive (I was pre-med and just recently decided to apply to pharmacy). My PCAT (July 2016) results Chemistry: 99 Biology: 97 Quantitative: 62...
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    Will I get in?

    Hello, I have always found these threads annoying, but I am a very average applicant and figure a lot of people could relate to my stats. Graduated with my BS in biology this May, 3.4 GPA (PharmCAS GPA should be about the same) Recently got a job as a pharm tech at a CVS for the next year...
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    Help a highschooler out with some pharmacy questions? (sorry it's so long) (That's what she said)

    Hello, I'm currently going to be a senior this coming fall and I am interested in a career in pharmacy, but I have some questions. Firstly, is it better to go to an undergrad that has a pharmacy school? I was thinking on going to Hampton University for pre-pharmacy because I can get in with...
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    Should I switch from pre-pharmacy to pre-dental?

    So I've been hearing about all the horrid aspects of the oversaturated job market for pharmacists and the poor working conditions in retail and that getting a residency is nearly impossible. I go to a state school and just completed by freshman year. So far I've taken: Orgo I + lab Anatomy and...
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    Selling Dr. Collins

    Selling my 2015 Dr. Collins that includes quantitative, reading, essay, chemistry, verbal, and biology study guides with practice exams. Very good condition and no marks! This was an excellent guide for me and I'm in pharmacy school now. I purchased this at about $500. I'm selling it for $300...
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    Applying to Pharmacy School This Fall-Chicago Area

    Hey Everyone, I'm just seeking some advice for what my chances are getting into Pharmacy school. I currently attend a 4 year university in Chicago and I am looking to apply to UIC as an early decision applicant. I know that UIC is one of the best in the city, and I am just getting more and more...
  8. jstar809

    Pharmacy waitlist and improving chances!

    Hey guys, I'm currently on the waitlist for 2 pharmacy schools in the top 10. I'm sort of assuming as of right now that I won't make the cut and will have to reapply. My question for you guys is, what ways can I improve for next year? Its better for me to assume now then to wait till August and...
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    Applying this summer. What are my chances?

    Hello all I am planning to apply this upcoming cycle. However, I don't think I am quite competitive. I want to just list my stats. Any suggestions/tips would be greatly appreciated. I am also planning to take the PCAT this summer too! Cumulative GPA: 3.2 Science GPA: 2.7 Bachelor of Science...
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    What's it like to be a pre-pharmacy student at LIU Brooklyn?

    Do you get any scholarships for being in the honors program? If not, what are the advantages of being in an honors class? Are the honors classes much smaller than the regular classes? Do you only buy books through the LIU bookstore? Are the prices different on their online bookstore than in...
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    PA vs Physician vs Pharmacy?!

    Hi everyone! I'm a senior in high school and I'm stressing out because I can't decide on a career. I know I'm young but I guess I kind of want to decide now because I like knowing what I'm getting myself into in college...if that makes sense... Just a little bit about me that might help with...
  12. drdamon

    Pre-Pharmacy Program at University

    Hey guys, I am a Junior in high school and wanted to know the best schools for pre-pharmacy? I've been doing a lot of research but always seem to have different results. I am looking for a university that will help me do my best on the PCAT, and by the time I'm ready to enter pharmacy school...
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    TCC Pre-Pharmacy

    Does anyone know if one can get pre-pharmacy degree at TulsaCC? Like if I can get any degree in pre-pharmacy without transferring to a different college?
  14. pharmaqueen

    Hampton University Class of 2020

    Hey guys, doesn't look like anyone has posted anything yet for this cycle. Just wanted to start something off, I just submitted my transfer application on Jan 6th. I'm applying to two more schools here in Florida as well so I have a lot more work to go. Feel free to chime in and good luck!!!
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    DR COLLINS 2015 PCAT Review for SALE!!

    Hey guys! I am selling my Dr Collins PCAT Review! It is last years edition (2015). Looks brand new..no marks or writing on it! Email me at [email protected] for more info if you are interested :)
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    TAMU Irma Lerma Rangel College of Pharmacy- Class of 2020

    Didn't see a thread for this college yet! Is anyone applying here or heard from them yet?
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    2015 Really need help. Can I get into pharmacy school?

    Hi all, I am in a predicament and I'm not quite sure how to salvage the situation. I am currently a junior bio major at my state university, and I have been on and off academic probation for my entire college career. I did extremely well in high school. I have a strong chance of getting...
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    What should i major in?

    pre-pharmacy
  19. ayejayeed

    Should I continue pursuing Pharmacy?

    Well I'm a sophomore high school that's currently living in the Philippines, but I am a US Citizen. I'm planning to take BS in Pharmacy once I reach college here in the Philippines to complete the prerequisites then go back to the US to get my Pharm.D so I could work in the US. I did some...
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    High Point University-Interview Questions

    Hi all, I have interviewed with a couple of schools, got in, and ultimately chose HPU as the university I will be attending in 2016 for the PharmD program offered there. I know this is interview season so I'm happy to answer any questions regarding the HPU interview process.
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    Should I make the switch? Pre-pharm ---> Pre-dent

    Hello everyone. I am new here and am looking for some advice. I am a junior in college and was planning on submitting pharmacy school applications next week, however, after reading many, many threads in the pre-pharm sections, I am feeling downright scared about the future of pharmacy. I have...
  22. xherbear

    Retaking PCAT after PharmCAS submission...is it okay?

    I am taking my first PCAT on November 5th (3 days from now). To be quite honest, I am not ready....at all. All of my focus and dedication went to organic chem and anatomy, so I did not have time to study. I have a feeling I will score very low on this exam. The thing is, most pharmD schools run...
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    UToledo Pharmacy Requirements

    I am currently at BGSU, and I am looking to transfer to the Universitybif Toledo next fall. I really want to get into the pharmacy program, but I also don't know what classes I should be taking. Does anyone know what classes are required by the pharmacy program, or even a link to them?
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    Help! Accidentally put "yes" under academic dishonesty section!

    So I just e-submitted my application yesterday and I just realized I might have made a huge mistake! I accidentally answered "yes" in the background section pertaining to academic dishonesty/professional misconduct. I failed Calculus 1, which I later retook for a B, and provided a complete...
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    For Sale updated Dr. Collins 2015

    Hello, finished my PCAT and got a great score :). I am selling my 2015 updated DR.Collins material. Honestly, this is a must use material in order to achieve a good PCAT score send me a PM if you are interested in buying.
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    Chance of getting in?

    Hi all, I have a fairly low overall GPA of 3.05 and still have the rest of this semester's classes (Physics I (a retake), Orgo 2, Stats 2 (for my major of psychology, last class for the major), and Microbiology). I'll most likely do well with B's in Orgo II w/ lab and Physics w/o lab and...
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    Walgreens Pharmacy Technician Insurance and TPR tips

    Hi! I just started at a Walgreens and have been there for about a week and a half. It's very busy and I am new at everything. I want to know all the different types of insurance that can be entered, the only one I've come across enough times in the short time that I've been here is WISPA...
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    What are my chances? (statistics)

    So I'm applying this fall to three Pharmacy schools: University of Texas, Texas Tech, and University of Houston and am super nervous about getting in because of a few factors that I am very embarrassed to have. My first choice school is UT austin but I am afraid I am not going to get in because...
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    Pre-Pharmacy advice

    I currently have all my pharmacy prerequisites done with the exception of Orgo 2 which I will be taking in the spring. My overall GPA is a 2.66, I've taken the PCAT once, received a 72 and I am considering taking it again. I have plenty of pharmacy tech experience and great letters of...
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    PCAT Score

    Hello, I just took my PCAT and my Preliminary score report have a composite of SS 371 and a PR 3 Verbal 368 PR 5 Biology 373 PR 6 Reading 366 PR 6 Quantitative 377 PR 8 Chemistry 372 PR 8 I need to know if I have a chance of getting into pharmacy school. I want to go to Northeast Medical in...
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    0-6 Vs Traditional Pharmacy Programs

    Hi there, I am currently a high school senior and am in the process of applying to colleges. My question is, what are the personal advantages and disadvantages from doing a traditional 4+4 program vs doing a 0-6 program? I made an okay score on the ACT (26), and have a decent GPA...
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