Many wonder how to become a pharmacist, and RU’s pre-pharmacy degree is the perfect start.
Program Overview
The College of Arts and Sciences at Rockhurst University's program is designed to help students complete the pharmacy school requirements needed to continue their pharmacy major. Pre-pharmacy at Rockhurst is a non-degree track and two-year program.
Learning Outcomes
With the help of an advisor, pre-pharmacy students at Rockhurst will explore four-year pharmacy school options and choose prerequisite courses accordingly. At Rockhurst, students receive a well-rounded education with coursework including general biology, chemistry, organic chemistry, calculus and English composition.
Program Outcomes
How to become a pharmacist?
Graduates of the pre-pharmacy program at Rockhurst will be prepared for application and transition to a four-year pharmacy school.
Chief Pharmacist
Chemist
Medical Assistant
Pharmaceutical Sales
Clinical research
Physician
Pharmacologist
Laboratory Technician
Course Map
Degree and class descriptions and requirements can be found by clicking on the course catalog listing below:
Degree Info
- Designed as a launchpad into further pharmacy education, the pre-pharmacy program at Rockhurst in Kansas City, Missouri, is an ideal setting for students to receive guidance and preparation for the pharmacy school application process
- Because pharmacy schools differ regarding prerequisite classes, pre-pharmacy advisors will help students identify several schools of pharmacy in order to fill the prerequisite requirement and expand professional school options
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