Pre-Pharmacy

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Pre-Pharmacy

Students who choose this pre-pharmacy degree program will receive an undergraduate Bachelor of Science degree in biology with a concentration in pre-pharmacy. The pre-pharmacy degree concentration is designed for students seeking a graduate or doctoral degree in pharmacy at another institution. Generally, the remainder of their doctoral degree can be completed in three or four additional years.

Pharmacy Degree Articulation Agreement

Our Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy agreement guarantees an INTERVIEW to all students who have a 3.0 GPA or higher and a PCAT score of 50% or higher. The agreement also guarantees ONE SEAT for a KC Student who has a 3.5 GPA or higher and a PCAT score of 65% or higher and has completed all of the prerequisite courses with a “C” or better.

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Pre-Pharmacy Degree Internships and Experiential Learning

Not all education happens in the classroom. Certain lessons can only be learned through direct hands-on experiences outside of the classroom with real-world experiences in the field. Internships and other field experiences give students the opportunity to connect one-on-one with faculty, fellow students, and other professionals. Students will acquire leadership and management skills, professional growth and personal fulfillment that can’t be gained in the classroom.

The pre-medical professional advisor offers advice and suggestions for your summer cooperative work and internship.

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Careers

Students who receive this strong foundation in science can attend Medical, Veterinary or Graduate studies in pursuit of a career in any of the following medical professions:

Medicine/Physician Assistant
Dentistry
Chiropractic
Physical Therapy
Pharmacy
Optometry
Podiatry
Veterinary Medicine

What can I do with a major in biology?

Curriculum Guide

Curriculum Guide for the Pre-Pharmacy Concentration - General Biology B.S. Degree

In addition to the General Education requirements and the Institutional Learning Outcomes for all majors, the following courses are a sampling of what is required for graduation with a Biology Degree, Pre-Pharmacy Concentration,

Semester 1

Gen Biology I
Gen Chemistry I
College Writing I
First-Year Seminar
Medical Terminology
Critical Reading 0/2

Semester 2

Gen Biology II
Gen Chemistry II
Speech Communications
College Writing II
Calculus I or Pre-Calc

Semester 3

Anatomy & Physiology I
Moral: (Bioethics Recommended)
Organic Chemistry I
Calculus I or Free Elective
GenEd Elective

Semester 4

Anatomy & Physiology II
Organic Chemistry II
Microbiology
Quantitative Elective (Statistics)
Arts & Humanities Elective

Semester 5

Genetics
Biochemistry I
Statistics & Research
General Physics I
Social & Cultural Elective (General Psychology)

Semester 6

Tech Elective (PC Office Application Recommended)
Science Literacy: Nutrition
Biochemistry II
Developmental Psych or higher
Gen Ed: Intro to Sociology
Experiential Learning

Semester 7

Intro to Ecology
Free Elective 3000+: (Psychopathology)
M/S Elective (Cell Biology)
Biology Seminar & Research
Social & Cultural Elective

Semester 8

Arts & Humanities Elective
Capstone Research Project or 3000+ Curricular Ele.
Virology or Immunology
PSYC 3000+ or higher
Free Elective 3000+

Updated: 10/2017

Disclaimer: The courses listed above are a sampling for marketing purposes only. Students should consult the College catalog and their academic advisor for course selection and degree progress. Students will work closely with an academic advisor to select courses and/or academic minors that fit their interests, as well as with Career Services for career goals. While the academic advisor assists the student in planning his/her curriculum, the student is ultimately responsible for meeting the requirements of the curriculum selected.

College Catalog

See the official college catalog for all course descriptions and degree requirements.

Projects & Research

Students have the opportunity to participate in a mentored research experience in conjunction with faculty mentors and community partners at any time. All students participate in the senior seminar and research course and capstone research projects, and present their work at the annual research symposium. Students and mentors also have the opportunity to present work at regional and national conferences.

Real World Experience

From internships and experiential learning opportunities to travel and conferences, you’ll have many opportunities to conduct real-world experiences, work with your peers and mentors in your chosen field, and learn first-hand the latest skills to succeed in the real world.

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