Additional considerations for Oregon pharmacy schools:
Transcript Evaluation
Informal evaluations of prospective students’ transcripts can be made by the College of Pharmacy Student Affairs Office upon request. Submit copies of your transcripts via e-mail to pharmacy@oregonstate.edu, or send via postal mail (Transcript Evaluation; 203 Pharmacy Bldg, Corvallis, OR 97331). Unofficial transcript copies are sufficient for the informal evaluation. Include your name and e-mail address so results can be communicated to you. Allow 4-6 weeks to receive the results.
EAP Oregon is designed for high school seniors, current college students, and postbaccalaureate students to assure the availability of a position in the OSU Pharm.D. program. EAP Oregon students complete undergraduate prerequisite coursework at any regionally accredited Oregon institution, while pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a field of their choice. Students engage in professional development opportunities and gain experience in the healthcare field. As an EAP Oregon student, you have a seat in the professional program reserved for you.
OSU Bachelor’s Completion Option
OSU does not require completion of a bachelor’s degree. Students may transfer back to PSU up to 48 credits of the first year's work in the professional phase to complete the PSU requirements for a bachelor's degree with a major in biology or science. For the transfer back option, students must meet PSU’s University Studies requirements and their chosen PSU major requirements.
Completion of the B.S. prior to matriculation to the program is recommended. If a student applies and matriculates without a bachelor’s degree, they must have the following courses complete (in addition to the prerequisite courses listed above):
- Interpersonal Communication – 3 quarter hours (Public Speaking and Small Group Communication can also meet this requirement)
- English composition – 6 quarter hours (AP English Lit & Comp score of 3, 4, or 5 fulfills one course requirement)
- Social or behavioral sciences - One course from any of the following departments: Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, or Ethnic Studies
Oregon State University College of Pharmacy: Phone: 541.737.3424 or pharmacy@oregonstate.edu
Transcript Evaluation
This unofficial prerequisite evaluation is recommended prior to applying to Pacific University and is available to help you determine which required coursework you have completed and which coursework you still need to complete in order to meet the prerequisite requirements. Required prerequisite coursework does not need to be completed to apply to the School of Pharmacy. Completed worksheets can be submitted via email, fax, or postal mail. Email: pharmd@pacific.edu Postal Mail: Office of Graduate & Professional Admissions Pacific University, 190 SE 8th Ave Ste 181 Hillsboro, OR 97123 or Fax: (503) 352-7290 along with copies of your unofficial transcripts.
The Bridge Program creates a path for eligible PSU undergraduate students to pursue guaranteed conditional admissions at Pacific University School of Pharmacy while building relationships with School of Pharmacy students and faculty. These programs aim to nurture career interests, provide enriching pre-professional development, and pave a way for success in Pacific University’s 3-year Doctor of Pharmacy degree program. Students accepted into the Bridge Program will:
- Receive educational and career support from School of Pharmacy faculty
- Participate in pre-professional workshops
- Participate in select School of Pharmacy events
- Build mentorship relationships with current School of Pharmacy students
- Receive guaranteed conditional admissions to the School of Pharmacy’s PharmD program pending completion of bridge program requirements
Pacific University & PSU 3+3
This articulation agreement states that students who complete a specific curriculum at PSU and are accepted into Pacific University’s Bridge program can transfer back their first year of pharmacy school to fulfill requirements for a BS in Science. For this option, students must work directly with the PSU pre-pharmacy advisor.
Pacific University Pharmacy Program Office of Admissions: Phone: 800-933-9308 or 503-352-7222
Email: pharmd@pacific.edu
Additional Resources:
Students typically apply to pharmacy school about a year and a half before they expect to matriculate to pharmacy school (e.g. in the summer before their last academic year in college). The Pharmacy College Application Service (PharmCAS) serves as the primary application for participating pharmacy programs. PharmCAS will calculate your GPA, gather electronic letters of reference and send your application to the pharmacy programs you designate. Supplemental applications, some pharmacy schools request additional information from students, such as a response to an essay question, a supplemental application fee, etc. PharmCAS typically begins each application cycle in mid-July.
Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT): Although OSU & Pacific do not require the PCAT, other pharmacy schools to which you plan to apply may require it. For test dates and enrollment deadlines, please visit:
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