Pre-Pharmacy Pathway
Pre-pharmacy at CMU
Are you passionate about helping people? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others by providing them with access to safe and effective medications? If so, the pre-pharmacy pathway at our college is the perfect place for you.
Our program is designed to prepare you for a successful career in pharmacy. We offer a rigorous curriculum that will challenge you academically, but we also offer a supportive environment where you can grow and learn.
Program Snapshot
Studying pre-pharmacy
The core coursework for the pre-pharmacy pathway includes biology, chemistry, physics, biochemistry, mathematics, and English. You will also have the opportunity to take elective courses in related subjects to round your education.
In addition to your coursework, you will also participate in extracurricular activities that will help you develop your skills and knowledge in pharmacy. These activities may include shadowing pharmacists, volunteering at hospitals or community pharmacies, or participating in research projects.
Suggested undergraduate majors include:
Our pre-pharmacy advisor is available to help you every step of the way. They will help you create a personalized plan of study, prepare for the PCAT, and apply to pharmacy school.
We also offer a variety of support services for pre-pharmacy students, such as tutoring, study groups, and mock interviews.
Pre-pharmacy pathway highlights
As a pre-pharmacy student, you'll:
- Have the opportunity to live among your peers in a living learning community right on campus.
- Join registered student organizations dedicated to giving you professional and personal experiences to make you a competitive applicant to medical school.
- Have access to a pre-professional pathways newsletter that reports on the latest trends and strategies for applications.
Pharmacy careers
Pharmacists dispense prescription medications to patients and offer advice on their safe use. Careers within the pharmaceutical field are diverse and provide many opportunities for challenging and rewarding service.
| Career | Projected Salary |
|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $132,750 |
| Medical Scientist |
$100,890
|
| Ambulatory Care Pharmacist | $98,100 |
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