College of Pharmacy, Pre-Pharmacy Curriculum

For students attending classes at Yavapai College and preparing to transfer to The University of Arizona, the following course work is recommended. Admission into the professional phase of the pharmacy program is very competitive and requires the completion of the pre-pharmacy curriculum. A maximum of 64 credits of community college course work may be applied to a bachelor’s degree program at The University of Arizona. Refer to The UA Desert Lynx On-line Catalog or contact the College of Pharmacy (626-1427) to obtain more information. If you will not be completing this transfer guide, see the "Options for Completion of the University General Education Requirement."

ARIZONA GENERAL EDUCATION CURRICULUM (AGEC-A) (click here to see course lists)

SECOND LANGUAGE -- This requirement may be met by demonstrating proficiency in a single second language at the second semester level. Refer to Examination Policies in The UA Desert Lynx On-line Catalog for additional information on ways in which proficiency may be demonstrated. Course work available at Yavapai College includes the following:

• FRE 101, 102
• GER 101, 102
• ITA 101, 102
• LAT 101, 102
• SPA 101, 102

PRE-PHARMACY CURRICULUM

ADMISSION INFORMATION REGARDING THE COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

Admission into the College of Pharmacy at The University of Arizona is selective and competitive. Applicants for admission to the College of Pharmacy must first meet the general admission requirements to The University of Arizona. General admission to the University does not guarantee admission to the professional phase of the pharmacy program. Although the College of Pharmacy does admit out-of-state residents, preference is given to Arizona residents. Students are only admitted into the College of Pharmacy once each year for the fall semester. All science prerequisites must be completed the spring semester prior to being admitted. Students are highly encouraged to contact the College of Pharmacy for advising assistance and to ensure timely completion of the pre-pharmacy course requirements.

Application for admission to the College of Pharmacy should be initiated a year before the anticipated admission date. The deadline for application is mid-January of the year for which admission is sought. Requirements for application to the College of Pharmacy include:

1. Application for admission to The University of Arizona.
2. Official transcripts of course work completed at all post-secondary institutions previously attended. To be official, transcripts must be sent directly from the previous institution to The University of Arizona, College of Pharmacy.
3. A list of pre-pharmacy courses remaining to be completed and the plan for completion.
4. A student profile questionnaire (the application) and essay.
5. Three letters of recommendation.
6. A personal interview, if selected.
7. The Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT). Call 1-800-622-3231 for more information.

All necessary forms and applications may be obtained from the College of Pharmacy. All completed applications, forms and supplemental materials should be sent directly to the College of Pharmacy to ensure timeliness of admission consideration.

College of Pharmacy
PO Box 210207
Pharmacy Building, Room 344
The University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ 85721
(520) 626-1427

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Last updated December 09, 2003