Program Overview

Bachelor's Degree (BS) in Pharmaceutical Sciences

The Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Kentucky prepares students for impactful careers in the development, testing, and delivery of medications. This interdisciplinary program combines biology, chemistry, and pharmacology to give students a deep understanding of how drugs are created, how they work in the body, and how they improve health outcomes.

Program Overview

The Pharmaceutical Sciences program is ideal for students interested in the science behind drug development, delivery, and regulation. It’s a great fit for those pursuing careers in the pharmaceutical or biotech industries or planning to continue their education in pharmacy, medicine, or biomedical research.

Who is this program for?

• The Pharmaceutical Sciences program is ideal for students interested in the science behind drug development, delivery, and regulation.
• It’s a great fit for those pursuing careers in the pharmaceutical or biotech industries or planning to continue their education in pharmacy, medicine, or biomedical research.

Program Details

• Credit Hours: 120
• Credential: BS
• Offered by: The College of Pharmacy

Admission Requirements

• Official High School Transcript with Pre-College Curriculum: View transcript requirements on the Undergraduate Admission webpage.
• Test Scores (optional): ACT or SAT scores can be submitted but are not required for university admission.

Application Requirements

• Completed applications include an official high school transcript, application fee ($50 domestic/$60 international) and optional official ACT/SAT score (the University of Kentucky is test-optional for admission and scholarships through the academic year).

Program Specific Requirements

• Students apply and enter this program as "Pre-Pharmaceutical Sciences" majors.
• Students are fully admitted to the program when they complete the pre-major requirements.

Application Deadlines

Freshman

• Early Action: 12/01/2025
• Regular Decision: 02/15/2026

Transfer

• Fall Scholarship: 06/15/2026
• Fall: 08/01/2026
• Spring: 11/15/2025
• Summer: 04/15/2026

What You'll Learn

The Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences program offers a comprehensive study of drug discovery, development, and delivery. Students explore subjects such as medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, toxicology, pharmaceutics, and biotechnology to understand how drugs are designed, tested, and brought to market. The curriculum emphasizes laboratory experience, scientific analysis, and regulatory knowledge, providing a strong foundation in the science behind modern medicine.