Pharmacy School Realistic acceptance Standards?

[170]

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After my first year in college, majoring in Biology, I figured realistically I will probably graduate with around a 3.7 overall, and maybe like a 3.7 Math science. Because I know sometimes B's just happen no matter what.

I was just wondering If a 3.7/3.7 gpa is realistic standards for getting accepted?

I plan on getting a Bachelors in Biology with a minor in Chem while meeting all standards. Then applying my jr year.

Am I being realistic about pharmacy school? Because I've heard if you do not have a 4.0 you get put on a waiting list.

 

[rxlea]

If you are indeed NOT trolling, please use the search function to answer your question.

 

[fujitsux]

I don't think u can get in with that gpa. Go get a 4.0 and apply.

 

[avuong]

Hello 170,
you're on the right track. 3.7 gpa is pretty good. Most kids applying will have 3.3 or lower. Score well on your pcat, get some experience either working or volunteering and you'll make it in for sure.
best of luck.

 

[pharmwannebe2]

After my first year in college, majoring in Biology, I figured realistically I will probably graduate with around a 3.7 overall, and maybe like a 3.7 Math science. Because I know sometimes B's just happen no matter what.

I was just wondering If a 3.7/3.7 gpa is realistic standards for getting accepted?

I plan on getting a Bachelors in Biology with a minor in Chem while meeting all standards. Then applying my jr year.

Am I being realistic about pharmacy school? Because I've heard if you do not have a 4.0 you get put on a waiting list.

don't worry. i got in with a GPA of 2.5. pharm school is EASY to get in and stay in.

 

[UMAX3000]

what is trolling? the search function did now help me.

 

[Passion4Sci]

what is trolling? the search function did now help me.

Trolling is saying ridiculous things to elicit a response from forum-goers or just generally being a jack-ass intentionally.

A 3.7 cGPA is great, and if you do equally as well on the PCAT, you should be a shoo-in at basically the school of your choice, honestly.

 

[diastole]

Am I being realistic about pharmacy school? Because I've heard if you do not have a 4.0 you get put on a waiting list.

Who gave you that crazy information? I would double check everything from that particular source because they are just wrong but outrageously so.

 

[PharmOl]

How can be sure about the "realistic" GPA upon graduation after only one year, especially if all you do that year is repeat high school information? You are aware the difficulty of material increases, right? Get that 3.7, then come here and we'll chat about it ; )

 

[wsupharmacy]

How can be sure about the "realistic" GPA upon graduation after only one year, especially if all you do that year is repeat high school information? You are aware the difficulty of material increases, right? Get that 3.7, then come here and we'll chat about it ; )

That's funny. By the way, if you cannot get in with 3.7, then there will be way less people applying to pharmacy school.

 

[JBudege]

OP, You won't have a problem. People are getting in with mid 2's. Just don't do screw up the interview or miss deadlines.

 

[JBudege]

don't worry. i got in with a GPA of 2.5. pharm school is EASY to get in and stay in.

what school if you don't mind me asking?

 

[FlavyFlav]

Hah.. Hah.. hahaha...

I got in with a 2.7

I was interviewed and called the following week for an invite.

OP is either a troll or try-hard. Pick one. Isn't there a 'what are my chances' thread around here somewhere? It used to be stickied at the top of this place. =P

 

[KingOfDoctors]

pfft 3.7 is so low man u have no chance of getting in with a shit gpa like that

From what I heard you need At least a 6.0 to get considered and 7.0 to ensure acceptance

 

[MiataMike]

This looks like some outstanding trolling.

 

[Hopetobe]

pfft 3.7 is so low man u have no chance of getting in with a shit gpa like that

From what I heard you need At least a 6.0 to get considered and 7.0 to ensure acceptance

hahahaha. I liked this response 👍

 

[ShadowRX]

After my first year in college, majoring in Biology, I figured realistically I will probably graduate with around a 3.7 overall, and maybe like a 3.7 Math science. Because I know sometimes B's just happen no matter what.

I was just wondering If a 3.7/3.7 gpa is realistic standards for getting accepted?

I plan on getting a Bachelors in Biology with a minor in Chem while meeting all standards. Then applying my jr year.

Am I being realistic about pharmacy school? Because I've heard if you do not have a 4.0 you get put on a waiting list.

Can you look that far into the future?

How sure are you that you yourself will survive? What if something happens to you between now and in 1 or 2 years?

Cherish that 3.7 now... cherish it well...

 

[deleted329060]

@170

You'll do fine. Don't sweat it.

Since you seem to have your grades under control, focus now on getting experience and volunteer work👍

 

[docss26]

You are on the right track, boss. There are many other factors that play into the admissions process. To make yourself stand out, volunteer, research, etc.

Also, I noticed you are a new poster. Please search instead of creating a new thread any time a question pops into your head. Good luck with the process.

 

[JVket04]

This is pharmacy school - not medical school. There are really not that many applicants to pharmacy school when you consider how many pharmacy schools exist in the country. To put it into perspective - take a look at the SDN forums for medical school.. there are so many posts and organized topics. Our pharmacy forums look like a joke in comparison.

PS I dig the trolling comment made earlier - didn't know there was a word for what I was thinkin everytime I read posts like this lol.

 

[ChrisPeterson]

I hate to be the bearer of bad news good sir, but the people who are saying a 3.7 is good enough are only trying to make you feel better. A chihuahua has a better chance of sexing a dolphin than you have of gaining entrance to pharmacy school.

In the unlikely event that you actually receive an interview with a paltry 3.7, you should be prepared to do "other things" during the interview (bring plenty of astroglide). Alas, even guaranteeing bunghole access to your interviewers will not guarantee an offer of acceptance to the university with a measly 3.7.

O.K. Now for the real answer: Just check the listed standards for your schools of choice through their website, PharmCAS school pages, or AACP, then go out and earn a GPA on par with or above the school's average. Bing bam boom, and you're done!