Touro College and their program

[amt811]

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I'm 21 years old and currently working as a Pharmacy Tech at CVS, and I worked at Walgreens as one prior to this job. When I started college at 18, I attended CW Post LIU with intentions of getting into the Pharmacy program eventually.

I ended up switching between CW Post LIU and Suffolk my first 2 years of college, and I messed up my grades at Post one semester due to a sudden and tragic death in my family. It really brought my GPA down. I'm now in my 4th year of college (I skipped a semester, and went part-time another semester because I was unsure of what I wanted to do after I screwed up at Post). I'm now at Touro College in Bay Shore, NY taking my pre-reqs again because I decided that I want to start fresh and get into a Physician Assistant program since I felt that my chances of getting in Pharmacy school were slim to none.

Looking back, I really wish I had just found a different school that offers Pre-Pharmacy, because my professors at Post were not helpful at all and many students struggled. I know Touro (in Manhattan) has a Pharmacy program, but it isn't certified or something like that? Does anyone know if/when they will get full certification, or what other schools I could look into if I decided to go back down the Pharmacy path?

Any advice is greatly appreciated.

 

[RX2020]

I'm 21 years old and currently working as a Pharmacy Tech at CVS, and I worked at Walgreens as one prior to this job. When I started college at 18, I attended CW Post LIU with intentions of getting into the Pharmacy program eventually.

I ended up switching between CW Post LIU and Suffolk my first 2 years of college, and I messed up my grades at Post one semester due to a sudden and tragic death in my family. It really brought my GPA down. I'm now in my 4th year of college (I skipped a semester, and went part-time another semester because I was unsure of what I wanted to do after I screwed up at Post). I'm now at Touro College in Bay Shore, NY taking my pre-reqs again because I decided that I want to start fresh and get into a Physician Assistant program since I felt that my chances of getting in Pharmacy school were slim to none.

Looking back, I really wish I had just found a different school that offers Pre-Pharmacy, because my professors at Post were not helpful at all and many students struggled. I know Touro (in Manhattan) has a Pharmacy program, but it isn't certified or something like that? Does anyone know if/when they will get full certification, or what other schools I could look into if I decided to go back down the Pharmacy path?

Any advice is greatly appreciated.

Hi,
It seems like they are heading in the right direction and should be fully accredited once the class of 2012 graduates. I would just apply and see what happens

 

[xtsukiyox]

Aren't they candidate status? In that case, you can still sit for the NAPLEX graduating from Touro, even if they aren't fully accredited when you graduate.

 

[amt811]

Aren't they candidate status? In that case, you can still sit for the NAPLEX graduating from Touro, even if they aren't fully accredited when you graduate.

What exactly does this mean? And what are the disadvantages when the school you attend isn't fully accredited?

 

[RX2020]

What exactly does this mean? And what are the disadvantages when the school you attend isn't fully accredited?

Hi,
I had my interview there (not sure if i will be accepted)
they will be fully accreditted once the class of 2012 graduates which is in the spring.
If you apply - you should be fine. They are also introducing a dual degree program (MPH)

 

[amt811]

Do you think it would be ok to take all of the pre-reqs at the campus here on Long Island where I am now, or should I transfer into the city to finish my undergrad?

 

[onehot]

Above is correct. fully accredited in may 2012.

Choose a college that is not expensive, CUNY and SUNY schools for example, even a community college is acceptable for pre-req's. Private schools are ok, just that you are shelling out a lot of money in the process.

Sounds like you don't have a clear path as to what you want to do. Choose what you really want and stick with it. It is never too late for a career change if it is what your heart is set on. The average age for our class starting was 25, ages ranges from 50-21.

Some classmates were career changers; engineers, pharma industry professional, nurses, and even an ex-astronaut in the space program back home. We are a very diverse school!

 

[RX2020]

Do you think it would be ok to take all of the pre-reqs at the campus here on Long Island where I am now, or should I transfer into the city to finish my undergrad?

My advise is to take them at a school that is cheaper - community colleges, you can take them and end up with excellent grades if you put in the effort but i feel sometimes community colleges need to put more challenges and labs are not fully equipped (excuse being, we are a community college and dont get enough funding😡)

I would choose Touro because it is in NY and I can easily commute there for $5 a day. On top of that, I can stay home and save up room & board expense. BUT again, choice is yours and you have to decide what you want to do.
all in all - you should apply because the school will be accred....
Let me know if any questions

 

[RX2020]

Above is correct. fully accredited in may 2012.

Choose a college that is not expensive, CUNY and SUNY schools for example, even a community college is acceptable for pre-req's. Private schools are ok, just that you are shelling out a lot of money in the process.

Sounds like you don't have a clear path as to what you want to do. Choose what you really want and stick with it. It is never too late for a career change if it is what your heart is set on. The average age for our class starting was 25, ages ranges from 50-21.

Some classmates were career changers; engineers, pharma industry professional, nurses, and even an ex-astronaut in the space program back home. We are a very diverse school!

Very true - I was there and really liked the facility and the school environment. How do you feel prepared about NAPLEX. Also, are there alot of presentations/projects in class?

 

[amt811]

Above is correct. fully accredited in may 2012.

Choose a college that is not expensive, CUNY and SUNY schools for example, even a community college is acceptable for pre-req's. Private schools are ok, just that you are shelling out a lot of money in the process.

Sounds like you don't have a clear path as to what you want to do. Choose what you really want and stick with it. It is never too late for a career change if it is what your heart is set on. The average age for our class starting was 25, ages ranges from 50-21.

Some classmates were career changers; engineers, pharma industry professional, nurses, and even an ex-astronaut in the space program back home. We are a very diverse school!

Just curious since you are a student at Touro, but where did you take your pre-reqs? Are they open to accepting students who have taken their pre-reqs at a community college, or would they be more likely to accept me if I took them at the Touro campus here on Long Island?

I'm just afraid to go back to a community college, since I've already switched schools a few times. :-/

 

[onehot]

Just curious since you are a student at Touro, but where did you take your pre-reqs? Are they open to accepting students who have taken their pre-reqs at a community college, or would they be more likely to accept me if I took them at the Touro campus here on Long Island?

I'm just afraid to go back to a community college, since I've already switched schools a few times. :-/

There is no real advantage to being in the touro undergrad, at least not that I know of. At the end of the day, they will look at your application as a whole and compare it to the people who you are competing with. There is only 1 or 2 people in my class that actually attended Touro for undergrad studies. Pre-req's could be done anywhere, you may want to confirm with administration though, since my knowledge may be outdated.

Very true - I was there and really liked the facility and the school environment. How do you feel prepared about NAPLEX. Also, are there alot of presentations/projects in class?

How well you prepare yourself for NAPLEX is really up to you. First two years of didactic course are very packed in. You will find yourself studying most of the day, everyday. Here and there you will get a few days off to recharge. There is always a lot to study and you could never feel fully prepared. Yeah, on top of exams, there is a lot of group work and class presentations. Your public speaking will improve a lot over the years, trust me.