Pharmacy School Prerequisites?

[bottlecap1990]

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I will be going to a local community college to complete prerequisites for pharmacy school next fall. I am currently a high school senior now. I need to know how many years typically does it take to complete all the prerequisites just for one pharmacy school?. I know each pharmacy school has different prerequisites so lets say I want to apply to 6-7 different schools how many years would it take do you think?. I was just reading through the CC course book and I am terrified that I will not pass the basic skill test and have to start from really low classes. Based on your experience how long did it take you to complete the prerequisites?.

 

[GlamDoc]

It really depends. Generally, the pre-pharm coursework can be completed within two years, and then you can apply to pharmacy school directly. However, most people may choose to continue onwards w/ getting their bachelor's and apply before/during senior year. If the latter, then you can spread out your pre-reqs over the course of undergrad, if need be.

 

[evilolive]

at least you don't have to fulfill all of these requirements http://www.usc.edu/schools/pharmacy/pharmd/admission/requirements.html

 

[xxone2trixx]

Took me 4 years but i was working on my BS also.

 

[fenixtnlfan]

Theoretically, most schools' pre-reqs can be completed in 2 years. However, schools are adding on more pre-reqs and it does help to spread them out a bit more so you aren't overwhelmed and can get better grades. I think it is becoming more common to take 3 years. I would suggest researching what schools you think you want to apply to and their pre-reqs. Find out what classes you test into and then make a mock schedule of where you can fit each class into your semesters. Ideally, do this with a counselor because they can give you tips on what classes you need before you can take others and if certain classes are only offered during certain semesters.

 

[Storm90]

Depending on which school you're looking in to, some schools will accept directly out of high school (0-6 years), like URI, one school is 1-5 (UMKC), and most are 2-4, although some now are accelerated 3 year schools. Theoretically, you could complete most school's pre-reqs in 2 years, but it's likely that you'll do it in 3 years, simply because of the demand of the courses and the grades you need to earn (B or better).

 

[Ejaz Khan]

Its better to do your pre-reqs from a 4 year university than community college. GOOD LUCK!!!