Pre-Pharmacy
Schools of pharmacy require 58–64 semester hours which should include the following courses:
| Course | Title |
|---|---|
| CHEM 1315 & 1415 | General Chemistry I and II with Laboratory |
| CHEM 3053/3062 & 3153/3162 | Organic Chemistry I and II with Laboratory |
| MATH 2143 or MATH 2215 | Calculus |
| PHYS 1114 | General Physics I |
| BIOL 1404 & 1504 | Principles of Biology I & II (12–16 total biology hours) |
| BIOL 2214 | Microbiology |
| BIOL 3614 | Human Physiology |
| BIOL 3624 | Human Anatomy |
The programs at OUHSC and SWOSU vary significantly in their requirements for specific general education courses. Consult the program of interest to be sure you fulfill their requirements.
Most applicants have obtained a B.S. at the time of acceptance into a pharmacy program. Applicants should meet the minimum cumulative GPA, plan to take the Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT), and make an application for admission ten months prior to the beginning of study at a school of pharmacy.
For additional information, contact the Department of Chemistry, Computer and Physical Sciences.