Program Overview

Program Overview

The Pre-Pharmacy program is a pre-professional course of study designed for students who intend to enter pharmaceutical professional school after graduating with a bachelor's degree. This program contributes to a healthier society by optimizing medication use and improving health outcomes.

Program Description

Pre-pharmacy students prioritize pharmaceutical care, sharing responsibility between pharmacists, patients, and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes. In this program, students prepare for a career involving the distribution of medications and medical devices. They learn to educate patients and healthcare providers on the proper use of both prescription and over-the-counter products. Additionally, students learn to monitor treatment outcomes to ensure safety and efficacy.

Program Details

• The Pre-Pharmacy program is available at the Columbus campus.
• Students interested in pre-pharmacy are recommended to enroll in the Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences.
• The program is designed for students who plan to pursue a career in pharmacy after completing their undergraduate degree.
  • This includes careers involving the distribution of medications and medical devices.
  • Students will learn about pharmaceutical care and how to achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes.
  • The program focuses on educating patients and healthcare providers on the proper use of medications and medical devices.
  • Students will also learn to monitor treatment outcomes to ensure safety and efficacy.