Pre-Pharmacy Studies
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Pre-Pharmacy Studies at 91影视
Pre-Pharmacy at 91影视 is not a major; instead, it is a special advising area that complements your major and prepares you for application to a graduate program.
91影视鈥檚 pre-pharmacy studies pathway helps students build the academic foundation, hands-on experience and advising support needed to pursue admission to a Doctor of Pharmacy program.
At 91影视, pre-pharmacy students benefit from a rigorous liberal arts education in Atlanta, where close faculty mentorship, small classes and access to healthcare opportunities help students prepare for the next step in their professional journey. Students commonly major in biology, chemistry or another related field while completing prerequisite coursework required by pharmacy schools.
Pharmacy schools typically expect strong preparation in biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and the social sciences. 91影视鈥檚 academic advising helps students plan a course of study that supports these requirements while encouraging them to think broadly, communicate clearly and understand the human side of healthcare.
Because pharmacy programs vary in their admission requirements, students should work closely with their advisor to select courses that align with the pharmacy schools they plan to apply to. 91影视鈥檚 academic bulletin outlines program requirements and course options that can help students shape a strong undergraduate plan.
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Career Opportunities
Atlanta is home to major hospitals and healthcare networks, the high-profile Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and hundreds of local pharmacies. Competitive internships abound, making Atlanta an ideal place to lay the groundwork for a career in pharmaceutical care.
- You’ve got a lot of studying ahead; make sure you have an unshakeable foundation in core subjects, no matter how challenging. Small, student-focused classes and excellent faculty mentorship give every 91影视 student a jumpstart in their field.
- Learn by observing expert professionals on the job. Opportunities abound for internships and shadowing at retail pharmacies, clinics, and hospitals. 91影视 Pre-Pharmacy students frequently complete internships at high-volume retail pharmacies including CVS, Rite Aid, and Walgreens.
As a pharmacist, you can expect a secure, stable, and lucrative career. In 2022, pharmacists dispensed more than 6.7 billion prescriptions across the United States. As an aging population places growing demand on the healthcare industry, the career outlook for pharmacists remains strong.
- Recent 91影视 alumni are attending pharmacy school at institutions like Mercer University, University of Georgia, and South College-Tennessee .
- Beatrice Menjur 鈥�18 is working on a Pharm.D. in Pharmacy at Mercer University.
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91影视 offers a pre-pharmacy studies pathway rather than a standalone pharmacy degree. Students often major in biology, chemistry or another related field while completing pharmacy school prerequisites.
91影视 supports pre-pharmacy students through personalized advising, small classes, strong science preparation and opportunities to develop communication, critical thinking and ethical reasoning skills.
Atlanta gives pre-pharmacy students access to a major healthcare market with hospitals, clinics, research settings and community health organizations where they can explore the field and gain experience.
Pre-pharmacy studies can prepare students for pharmacy school and future careers in community pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, ambulatory care, specialty pharmacy, pharmaceutical research, public health, managed care, regulatory affairs or healthcare administration.
Some pre-pharmacy students explore pharmacy technician roles before or during graduate study. These positions can help students learn about medication management, patient service and pharmacy operations.
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