Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pre-Pharmacy)
BUILD YOUR LEGACY in science and healthcare at one of the nation's best pharmacy schools.
"I love the School of Pharmacy not only because of the endless resources they provide students to succeed but also because of the welcoming and loving environment that has helped me to form an innumerable amount of connections and relationships that I know will last a lifetime!"
Victoria Green
4th Year Pharmacy Student
About this Program
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!
A Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences will provide the foundation for your future. You will build the knowledge and skills to succeed in today's healthcare environment. Students receive their Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences upon completing the first professional year of the Doctor of Pharmacy program.
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.
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Program Information
Program Type
Major
Area of Study
Health and Social Services
Pharmacy
Sciences, Mathematics, and Technology
School
Duration
4 Years
Degree
B.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Program Location
Emphases
N/A
Required Credit Hours
126
Choose Your Pathway
Secure Your Seat
The University of Mississippi’s Early Entry Program provides highly qualified high school seniors with guaranteed seats in the professional pharmacy program upon completion of pre-pharmacy coursework, avoiding the competitive selection process for traditional entry admission into the Pharm.D. professional program.
Build Your Legacy in Health Care
The pre-pharmacy program is a 2-3 year course of study that prepares students for admission into the professional pharmacy degree program. The University of Mississippi's pre-pharmacy program is unique among public colleges of pharmacy in that the Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (BSPS) degree is awarded after the completion of your senior year.
Begin Your Journey
Ready to take the first step? Then, let's get started. Below you can find all the information you need about applying to our program, plus a look at the classes you'll be taking.
Have questions? Our staff will be here to guide and assist you.
Early Entry Application Process
Step 1: Apply to Ole Miss
Step 2: Use your Ole Miss application number to apply to the Early Entry Program located under the Pharmacy section of the Special Program Applications
*Deadline is January 10th. Applications may be submitted before admissions requirements are met.
Step 3: Select an applicant day for interviewing within the Special Programs Application
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 traditional entry admission.
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.
*This curriculum applies to current Sophomores, Juniors, or Seniors at Ole Miss, community college, or other four-year institutions who will enter the Professional Pharmacy program in the fall of 2024 or fall of 2025.
First Year | |
|---|---|
| WRIT 100 or 101/HON 101 | WRIT 102 or LIBA 102/HON 102 |
| 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) | |
Second Year | |
| CHEM 221 Organic Chemistry I, CHEM LAB 225 | CHEM 222 Organic Chemistry II, CHEM LAB 226 |
| PHYS 213 Physics I, PHYS LAB 223 | BISC Genetics 336 |
| SPCH 102 or 105 Speech | ECON 202 Microeconomics |
| Elective (Social Sciences) | Elective (Humanities) |
| Elective (Fine Arts Appreciation) | |
Third Year | |
| BMS 343 Biochemistry | PHAD 395 Pharmacy Ethics |
| BMS 321 Medical Microbiology | BMS 345 Human Anatomy |
| Elective (Social Science) | BMS 344 Human Physiology |
| Elective (Humanities) | Elective (Humanities or Fine Arts) |
| Free Elective | Free Elective |
*The 18 hours of nonprofessional electives must include six (6) hours of social or behavioral sciences and 12 hours of fine arts (FA) and humanities electives, with a minimum of 3 hours of fine arts and 6 hours of humanities. At least one fine art must be considered an appreciation course. Performance course credits are not acceptable. Although quality grades for nonprofessional elective courses and any other electives are recorded, they are NOT included in the calculation of the grade-point average (GPA) utilized in admissions, progression, or school scholarship decisions.
*This curriculum applies to the incoming freshmen class of the fall of 2024 at Ole Miss, community colleges, or other four-year institutions or to any students entering the Professional Pharmacy Program in the fall of 2026.
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) | 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) |
Did You Know?
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Experience Ole Miss Pharmacy
The University of Mississippi’s Early Entry Pharmacy program provides highly-qualified students with guaranteed 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.
We not only want to see our students successfully enter into the Pharm.D. program at the end of their EE3 (junior) year, but we also want to see them excel academically, personally, and professionally throughout their three years in the Early Entry Program.
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
Pre-pharmacy students are advised by academic advisors in the Health Professions Advising Office or administrators in the School of Pharmacy who are well-versed in the application and admission process for the professional program.
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 the student body and School of Pharmacy organizational opportunities and activities, such as the Pre-Pharmacy Club, Pharmacy Fiesta, Pharmacy Formal, and Pharmacy Olympics. 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, interview skills, and courses specifically 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. For more information contact Dr. Soumyajit Majumdar.
My Early Entry Journey
"Hey, Pham! My name is Carmen Price, and I am a third-year Early Entry student. I chose to interview for Early Entry so I could secure my spot in the professional program going into my freshman year of college. Through the Early Entry program, I have access to resources like specialized study groups, and I can be a part of the various pharmacy student organizations as a professional member. Being a part of the Early Entry program has allowed me to make many connections with professors, classmates, and future colleagues. I chose Ole Miss Pharmacy because of the wonderful faculty and amazing pharmacy Phamily!"
Carmen Price
3rd Year Early Entry Student
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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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