Pre-Pharmacy
Manchester University offers a comprehensive Associate of Science in Pre-Pharmacy Program, designed to kickstart your journey as a health care professional. This program seamlessly aligns with the first two years of a B.S. in Biology-Chemistry, providing you with a strong foundation for future success in pharmacy school.
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Our pre-pharmacy curriculum is meticulously tailored to meet the admission requirements of most pharmacy schools. Coursework covers essential areas such as chemistry, biology, physics and math. Additionally, you’ll gain practical experience through research and other health care-related activities, ensuring you are well prepared for future studies in health science.
Whether your goal is to become a pharmacist or pursue a career in the health sciences, our Pre-Pharmacy Program is the ideal starting point for your journey.
Program Information:
Associate of Science
- 59 Credit Hours
Location
- North Manchester
Why Choose MU for Pre-Pharmacy?
Gain Real World Experience
We emphasize the value of practical experience. Engage in basic research and health care-related experiences, including job shadowing and volunteer opportunities, to enhance your skills and impress future pharmacy school admissions committees.
Pharmacy Early Assurance Program
As a first-year undergraduate student, you can apply for our Pharmacy Early Assurance Program, which holds your spot in our Doctor of Pharmacy Program. This program offers structured guidance, priority advising and networking opportunities, setting you on the fast track to success.
What You Can Do with Your Pre-Pharmacy Associate of Science
Manchester University’s Pre-Pharmacy Program is your gateway to a multitude of academic and professional opportunities as a health care professional. Graduates of the program are encouraged to continue their education in our Doctor of Pharmacy Program, which provides sought-after skills and experience for a wide range of opportunities in areas such as:
Community Pharmacist
Hospital Pharmacist
Pharmaceutical Scientist
Research Fellow
How the Pre-Pharmacy Program Supports Your Growth
Curriculum - year 1 & 2
Year 1
Fall
- CHEM-111 General Chemistry I
- MATH-121 Calculus I
- BIOL-204 Fundamentals of Human Physiology
- FYWS-111 First Year Writing Seminar
- EXP-101 My Manchester Experience
- All necessary labs
January
- Social Science (LA-ESS)
Spring
- CHEM-113 General Chemistry II
- DATA-210 Statistical Analysis
- BIOL-202 Fundamentals of Human Anatomy
- COMM-110 Found. of Human Communication
- EXP-102 My Personal Experience
- All necessary labs
Year 2
Fall
- CHEM-311 Organic Chemistry I
- BIOL-229 Introduction to Molecular Biology
- Humanities (LA-EHU)
- All necessary labs
January
- Arts (LA-EAR)
Spring
- CHEM-312 Organic Chemistry II
- BIOL-313 Microbiology
- NASC-202 STEM Careers
- Fin/Econ/Acct/Bus Course*
- All necessary labs
*The course in Financial Literacy, Economics, Accounting, or Business must be approved by the Biology-Chemistry Council.
The transition to a Biology-Chemistry Major after two years requires no extra courses:
- BIOL-202 Human Physiology replaces BIOL-108 Principles of Biology II.
- BIOL-360 Genetics, BIOL-431 Immunology, BIOL-365 Cell Biology, or BIOL-332 DNA Science will substitute for BIOL-106 Principles of Biology I.
- PHYS-111/112 College Physics I/II or PHYS-210/220 General Physics I/II in Year 3 or 4.
Is Pharmacy In Your future?
If you’ve yet to start college and you’re thinking about a career in pharmacy, here is some helpful information how to get there:
All pharmacists must attend an accredited pharmacy school for four years to earn a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) professional degree.
To qualify for admission into pharmacy school, you’ll first need to complete a pre-pharmacy curriculum at an undergraduate institution. You can do this in two years if you work hard and get good grades, so it’s possible to get your Pharm.D. degree in six years. Some students choose to complete a bachelor’s degree, which typically requires four years of undergraduate study, but it’s not required to apply for pharmacy school.
You can choose either path at Manchester, or you can enroll in our Fast Forward track and earn a bachelor’s degree, along with the credits to apply to pharmacy school, in just three years.
Whichever track you choose, you should know that admission to pharmacy school is not automatic. You’ll apply and compete against other bright and motivated students for a limited number of seats. A personal interview will decide if you’re to be granted admission based on your grades and potential to succeed at the next level.
Pharmacists must also be licensed, which requires passing two exams after graduation from pharmacy school.
Why Manchester for Pre-Pharmacy?
Manchester has a longstanding tradition for excellence in the sciences and preparing students for careers in health care. Our graduates are accepted into medical school and other health care programs at rates much higher than the national average.
Our biology-chemistry curriculum is structured for flexibility with key science classes front-loaded in your first two years. If you should decide pharmacy isn’t for you, you can change to a related career path that builds on all your earned science credits.
If you meet the requirements to enroll in our Early Assurance Program when starting your pre-pharmacy track, you can reserve a seat early in Manchester’s Doctor of Pharmacy. That’s a great reason to think Manchester for both pre-pharmacy and pharmacy!
Connect with Admissions
A great way to learn more about our undergraduate pre-pharmacy program is to fill out an inquiry form and make your connection to our Admissions Office. Or feel free to call 800-852-3648
Pharmacy Early Assurance Program
If you’re an incoming first-year undergraduate student interested in pursuing a path to becoming a pharmacist, the Pharmacy Early Assurance Program can help you get there more confidently, more assuredly.
Meet the Faculty
Matthew Davis
Laboratory Coordinator and Chemical Hygiene Officer
Dr. Sabrina Brown
Assistant Professor of Biology and Environmental Studies
Dr. Kyle Watson
Associate Professor of Chemistry and Dept Chair
Dr. Jeffrey Osborne
Professor, Department of Chemistry & Physics, Program Director of Biology-Chemistry, Program Director of Medical Laboratory Science, Program Director of Medical Practicum
Dr. Aron Costello-Harris
Associate Professor of Biology
Non-Discrimination in the Admission Process
Manchester University is committed to non-discrimination in campus life. The University does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, ancestry, race, color, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, religion, disability or veteran status in admissions or any area of campus life, including its educational programs, scholarships and loan awards, residence life programs, athletic programs, extracurricular programs, promotion and tenure policies and practice, and alumni affairs.
Manchester University is committed to carry out the provisions of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans With Disabilities Act, which provide for accessibility of University programs to the physically disabled.