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2025-2026 General Catalog [Effective Fall 2025] 
    
2025-2026 General Catalog [Effective Fall 2025]

Pre-Pharmacy


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J. Ty Redd – SC 212
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Suzanne Tegland – SC 015
 
 

Overview of Program

Pre-Pharmacy is not an undergraduate major available at SUU. A pharmacy degree requires general education courses, as well as prerequisite courses, which can be completed at SUU. Students intending a career in pharmacy complete two years of preparatory work at SUU and then transfer to a graduate pharmacy program.

Our programs provide the curriculum, support, and guidance to ensure that students interested in Pre-Health Science careers are well positioned for acceptance into their chosen post-baccalaureate healthcare programs. Many of our students have gained admission to top schools by completing the required prerequisites while pursuing their chosen undergraduate degrees at SUU. The Walter Maxwell Gibson College of Natural Sciences academic and faculty advisors work closely with students to chart the ideal academic program for their success.

Important Information

  • Hypothesis-based undergraduate research involvement is highly recommended before applying to post-graduate programs.

Something to Consider

Many students either find themselves waiting a year for graduate/professional school acceptance, or recognize that a graduate-level credential would improve their career preparation. The MBA program in the SUU Dixie L. Leavitt School of Business welcomes applicants with undergraduate degrees in any program. There are admission requirements, but they are minimal and relatively low cost. Please contact the MBA Program for more information.

Pre-Pharmacy Requirements

Pharmacy program requirements vary by institution across the country. The courses listed below are those that are consistently listed as prerequisites in a majority of programs. Students should consult with the individual programs they desire to enter for specific prerequisite coursework. Preparatory coursework typically includes the following:

Biology (One Year)


General Chemistry (One Year)


Physics (One Year)


Mathematics


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