
Pre-Professional
Pre-Pharmacy
Bethany’s Pre-Pharmacy track blends science, service, and personalized support to prepare you for pharmacy school.
Lay the Groundwork for a Future in Pharmacy
Students in Bethany’s Pre-Pharmacy program typically major in chemistry or biology, gaining a strong foundation in subjects like organic chemistry, anatomy, and physiology. With small class sizes and dedicated faculty, students receive individualized guidance to meet pharmacy school prerequisites and develop critical thinking and communication skills. The program also emphasizes Christian values and ethical decision-making, equipping future pharmacists to serve their communities with integrity.
Students interested in attending pharmacy school most often complete a chemistry or biology major, though there is no required major. Most pharmacy schools prefer students with a broad undergraduate education that includes a number of required and recommended courses.
Pre-Pharmacy Course List
Typical Required Coursework:
- Two semesters of general chemistry (CHEM113 General Chemistry I and Lab)
- Two semesters of organic chemistry (CHEM215 Organic Chemistry I and Lab)
- One semester of general biochemistry (CHEM323 General Biochemistry and Lab)
- Two semesters of general biology (BIOL151 General Biology I and Lab)
- One semester of anatomy (BIOL221 Human Anatomy and Lab)
- One semester of physiology (BIOL222 Human Physiology and Lab)
- One semester of microbiology (BIOL360 Microbiology and Lab)
- One semester of statistics (MATH120 Introduction to Statistics)
- One semester of calculus (MATH151 Calculus I)
- One semester of physics (PHYS213 General Physics I and Lab)
- Two courses in social and behavioral sciences
- One course in advanced composition (ENGL210 College Writing II or 213)
- One course in ethics or philosophy
Recommended:
- Genetics (BIOL340 Genetics and Lab)
- Cell biology (BIOL350 Cell Biology and Lab)
- Immunology (BIOL352 Immunology)
- Human gross anatomy (BIOL491 Introduction to Human Gross Anatomy)
It is suggested that students finish the required coursework by their junior year so they are prepared to take the Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT) before their senior year.
To view the most recent course list and requirements for the Pre-Pharmacy major, please consult the Academic Catalog.
Next Steps
Interested in studying at Bethany? Scheduling a campus visit is a great way to see what we have to offer. You can meet professors or sit in on a class too! Contact our admissions office to learn more.
