Pharmaceutical Sciences, B.S. (Pre-Pharmacy)
Build Your Legacy in science and healthcare at one of the nation's best pharmacy schools.
"I love the Ole Miss School of Pharmacy because of the connections I've made throughout the years. My classmates have become my lifelong friends, and I know I'll always have someone to lean on in and out of the classroom!"
Lindy Harper
UM Pharmacy Student
Pre-Pharmacy at Ole Miss (BSPS)
Do you want to become a medication expert? Are you interested in science? Do you want to make a difference and provide quality healthcare? You're in the right place! Pre-pharmacy at Ole Miss will provide the foundation for your future. You will build the knowledge and skills to succeed in today's healthcare environment. Pharmacy is a broad field with many different career paths. Wherever your interests lie, our program will open the door.
You won't be alone on this journey. Our accomplished faculty, dedicated to student learning, will guide you along the way. They are invested in your success and will take the time to teach both in and out of the classroom. Thanks to their experience, you'll have the support you need during your time in school.
2+4 Pharmacy Program
Students will participate in a 2+4 year program
- Two years of undergraduate coursework. (Pre-Pharmacy Curriculum)
- Four years of professional school. (PharmD Curriculum)
After completing the first two years of our Pre-Pharmacy curriculum and being accepted into the PharmD program and completing the first two years of the PharmD curriculum, students receive their Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences as a milestone degree, marking their progress toward the PharmD. They then continue for two more years to receive their Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD).
*Please view the PharmD Degree Page for a complete view of the 2+4 Program.
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Program Information
Degree
B.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Emphases
N/A
Required Credit Hours
128
Program Type
Major
Program Location
School
Duration
4 Years
Choose Your Path
Early Entry Pharmacy Program: Secure Your Seat
The Early Entry Program offers highly qualified high school seniors prioritized seats in the professional pharmacy program upon completion of pre-pharmacy coursework, thereby bypassing the competitive selection process for traditional entry into the Pharm.D. professional program.
Traditional Entry: Build Your Legacy in Health Care
The pre-pharmacy program is a 2-year course of study that prepares students for admission into the professional pharmacy degree program. Students will participate in 2 years of undergraduate pre-pharmacy coursework, followed by 4 years of the professional program. Upon completing the first four years of the program, students will earn a Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Begin Your Journey
Early Entry Application Process
Step 1: Apply to Ole Miss and be Admitted to the University.
Step 2: Apply to the Early Entry Pharmacy Program on the Competitive Academic Programs Application. Students are also encouraged to complete the Freshman Scholarship Application.
*Deadline is January 10th.
Step 3: Attend an Admitted Student Day.
*Interview Days for the Early Entry Pharmacy Program will be held on Admitted Student Days. (Admitted Student Day dates will be released in early January.)
Step 4: Apply for Housing
Step 5: Sign up for Orientation
To be eligible for the Early Entry Program, a student must meet these admissions requirements:
- Attend an Ole Miss Admitted Student Day, during which Early Entry Pharmacy interviews will be conducted.
- Declare Pharmaceutical Sciences as your major.
- Earn a 24 or higher on the ACT (math section) or equivalent SAT math score by your selected orientation date.
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. A Social Security Number (SSN) is required by the start of Year 1 in pharmacy school to obtain a Mississippi pharmacy intern license.
- Take all required science courses in person at the University of Mississippi.
- Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA and earn at least a grade of C in all required coursework.
If a student does not meet these requirements, please reach out to Lindsey Cooper, Coordinator of Admissions, at lindsey@olemiss.edu for more assistance on how to enter the program.
To maintain status in the Early Entry Program, a student must:
- Take all science courses in person at the University of Mississippi. A student must complete the requirements for the B.S.P.S. degree by the end of their fourth year of college.
- Achieve at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA on “non-elective” courses by the end of EE1 spring, and maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA on all “non-elective” courses attempted by the end of the EE2 year.
- Early Entry students who have less than a 3.00 cumulative GPA on required, non-elective courses, but above/at a 2.75 have the opportunity to take part in the “Early Entry Academic Achievement Program” the next school semester, giving such students an additional semester on “probation” to achieve the cumulative 3.0 as mentioned above.
- Receive no semester grades below C in any courses.
Often, students who are unable to complete the Early Entry Program transfer to pre-pharmacy student status and gain admission to the professional degree program through the traditional entry admission process.
Prospective Students:
- Apply for undergraduate admission to the University of Mississippi.
- Declare Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences as your major on your admissions application.
Current Students:
- Speak to your advisor about the process of declaring a new major.
First Year
| WRIT 100 or 101 First-Year Writing | WRIT 102 or LIBA 102 First-Year Writing II |
| CHEM 105 Chemistry I, CHEM LAB 115 | CHEM 106 Chemistry II, CHEM LAB 116 |
| BISC 160 Biology I, BISC LAB 161 | BISC 162 Biology II, BISC LAB 163 |
| MATH 261 Calculus I | MATH 115 Elementary Statistics |
PHCY 100 Intro to Pharmacy (Early Entry Student Requirement Only) | Elective (Social Science) |
Second Year
| CHEM 221 Organic Chemistry I, CHEM LAB 225 | CHEM 222 Organic Chemistry II, CHEM LAB 226 |
| BMS 321 Medical Microbiology | BMS 344 Human Physiology |
| BMS 345 Human Anatomy | SPCH 102 or 105 Speech |
| Elective (Humanities) | Elective (Humanities) |
| Elective (Fine Arts Appreciation) | Elective (Social Science) |
August 1st
Ole Miss Admissions Opens
Mid-October
Competitive Academic Programs Application Opens to Apply for Early Entry Pharmacy Program
January 10th
The deadline for both the Ole Miss and the Competitive Academic Programs Application closes.
Admitted Students Day/Early Entry Program Interview Days
In collaboration with Ole Miss Admissions, we are thrilled to offer you a unique opportunity to complete your Early Entry Pharmacy Program interview during one of the Admitted Student Days this spring.
The Ole Miss Pharmacy Experience
The University of Mississippi’s Early Entry Pharmacy program provides highly qualified students with prioritized seats in the professional pharmacy program upon completion of three years of pre-pharmacy coursework.
The Early Entry Pharmacy Living Learning Community provides guaranteed housing and adds additional support and a sense of community to the robust program initiatives already in place to help Early Entry Pharmacy students succeed.
Early Entry students receive advising and are able to join pharmacy organizations within the school. Our doors are always open, and our staff is always available to offer any support, advice, encouragement, or resources necessary to meet the needs of our students.
- Early Entry 1 Summer Orientation
- Partnership with Honors College
- Early Entry 1 Fall Welcome Week Events/Move-In
- Early Entry Prioritized Housing in the Living Learning Community
- Peer Mentoring
- Pharmacy Club Meetings
- Student Success and Support
- Access to study groups for all Math and Science Courses
- Social Events
- Pharmacy Study Abroad Opportunities
- Undergraduate Research Opportunities
The UM School of Pharmacy is committed to having all required pre-pharmacy courses available to Ole Miss pre-pharmacy students. Very few institutions of higher learning in Mississippi offer all required pre-pharmacy courses on a regular basis.
Pre-pharmacy students can participate in various student body and School of Pharmacy organizational opportunities and activities. Students begin their professional development and develop leadership skills through involvement with pharmacy organizations.
Pre-pharmacy students are provided with Access to study groups for all Math and Science courses, time management and study skills training, interview skills development, and courses specifically designed for pre-pharmacy students. Pre-pharmacy students have access to many high-engagement programs and activities. Some of the opportunities students may pursue include undergraduate research, service learning, volunteer activities, and community engagement activities. Pre-pharmacy students often elect to apply to the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College.
- Peer Mentoring
- Pharmacy Club Meetings
- Student Success and Support
- Access to study groups for all Math and Science Courses
- Social Events
- Undergraduate Research Opportunities
Have a passion for research? School of Pharmacy students have the opportunity to participate in research projects in conjunction with members of our school's accomplished faculty.
Pharmacy students may choose to take advantage of the Study Abroad program, traveling to Italy, Ireland, the Dominican Republic or other destinations. For more information about Study Abroad opportunities through the School of Pharmacy, contact Kris Harrell at kharrell@olemiss.edu.
The School of Pharmacy prides itself on providing ample opportunities for students to engage with the community, such as providing flu shots through Operation Immunization or participation in local community education events.
Ole Miss Pharmacy is proud to offer students many different platforms to serve as leaders within the school, campus, or even on the national level. Our goal is to help students grow as individuals and professionals, ready to pursue postgraduate education and individualized career paths.
We're Here For You!
Welcome! I am the Coordinator of Admissions for the School of Pharmacy, and I am here to help you with whatever you may need. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me if I can be of any assistance.
Lindsey Nell Cooper
Coordinator of Admissions
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