Undergraduate

Pharmaceutical Sciences, B.S. (Pre-Pharmacy)

Build Your Legacy in science and healthcare at one of the nation's best pharmacy schools.

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"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 four years of our Pre-Pharmacy/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

    126

    Program Type

    Major

    Program Location

    Oxford

    Duration

    4 Years

    Choose Your Path

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    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.

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    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.

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    Begin Your Journey

    Early Entry Application Process

    Step 1: Apply to Ole Miss

    Step 2: Apply to the Early Entry Pharmacy Program on the Competitive Academic Programs Application

    *Deadline is January 10th. Applications may be submitted before admissions requirements are met.

    Step 3: Select an applicant day for interviewing

    *Applicant Days for the Early Entry Pharmacy Program will be held on Admitted Student Days

    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:

    • A preferred 24 Math subscore on the ACT (*ACT math requirement must be met by the first day of fall classes.)
    • Attend an in-person interview
    • Competitive GPA

    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 his or her fourth year of college.
    • Achieve at least a 3.00 cumulative GPA on “non-elective” courses by the end of EE1 spring, and maintain a 3.00 cumulative GPA on all “non-elective” courses attempted by the end of the EE2 and EE3 years.
    • 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 year, giving such students an additional year on “probation” to achieve the cumulative 3.00 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:

    1. Apply for undergraduate admission to the University of Mississippi.
    2. 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

    Pre-Pharmacy Curriculum
    WRIT 100 or 101 First-Year WritingWRIT 102 or LIBA 102 First-Year Writing II
    CHEM 105 Chemistry I, CHEM LAB 115CHEM 106 Chemistry II, CHEM LAB 116
    BISC 160 Biology I, BISC LAB 161BISC 162 Biology II, BISC LAB 163
    MATH 261 Calculus IMATH 115 Elementary Statistics

    PHCY 100 Intro to Pharmacy (Early Entry Student Requirement)

    Elective (Social Science)

    Second Year

    Pre-Pharmacy Curriculum
    CHEM 221 Organic Chemistry I, CHEM LAB 225CHEM 222 Organic Chemistry II, CHEM LAB 226
    BMS 321 Medical MicrobiologyBMS 344 Human Physiology
    BMS 345 Human AnatomySPCH 102 or 105 Speech
    Elective (Humanities)Elective (Humanities)
    Elective (Fine Arts Appreciation)Elective (Social Science)

    August 1st

    Ole Miss Admissions Opens

    September 1st

    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 Applicant 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 (ASD) this spring.

    Experience Ole Miss Pharmacy

    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 Experience
    • Early Entry 1 Fall Welcome Week Events/Move-In
    • Early Entry Guaranteed Housing in the Living Learning Community
    • Peer Mentoring
    • Early Entry Monthly Assemblies
    • Tutoring
    • 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 free tutoring, 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.

    • Social activities
    • Tutoring
    • Student Success Support
    • 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.

    Learn More

    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.

    Lindsey Nell Cooper

    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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