91自拍

91自拍 School of Pharmacy offers pathways for students to earn their PharmD in less time than the traditional 4 years of undergraduate + 4 years of pharmacy school.

Partnerships to fast track your education have been signed with both a community college and four-year colleges.

Bachelor's/PharmD dual degrees are intended for students exploring or beginning their studies at an undergraduate institution. Concordia currently partners with various four-year colleges and universities to offer 3+4 dual degree programs where students earn a bachelor’s degree from their undergraduate institution and a PharmD degree from Concordia's pharmacy school in a total of seven years.

Master's/PharmD dual degrees are intended for students ready to apply or already accepted into Concordia's PharmD program. Students that pursue a Master's/PharmD dual degree have the opportunity to complete coursework towards one of three Master's degree options during their time at Concordia.

Partnerships to Fast Track your PharmD

Earn your PharmD in just 6 years of higher education

91自拍’s School of Pharmacy currently partners with a community college so a student can complete their entry-level courses at McHenry County College, then transfer to earn a PharmD degree from 91自拍 in a total of just six years.

There is currently only one community college with this partnership:

    • Biology or Chemistry 

Benefits to students

  • Achieve a Doctor of Pharmacy degree in a total of six years
  • Receive preferred interview consideration when applying to 91自拍SOP
  • Course equivalency guide that provides easy navigation of pre-pharmacy coursework at McHenry
  • An admission counselor at 91自拍SOP who will work with students to ensure they are competitive throughout the admission process

PharmD application process

Students pursuing this pathway that are seeking admission into the PharmD program at 91自拍 will apply for admission during the second year of their program. To be guaranteed a preferred interview spot, students will need to:  

  • Submit the PharmCAS application by June 1 the year they plan to enroll in the PharmD program
  • Maintain a 2.75 cumulative GPA and a C or better in all McHenry County College coursework
Bachelor's/PharmD Dual Degrees and Partnerships

Earn your bachelor's and PharmD in less time

91自拍’s School of Pharmacy currently partners with various four-year colleges and universities to offer 3+4 dual degree programs where students earn a bachelor’s degree from their undergraduate institution and a PharmD degree from 91自拍 in a total of seven years.

How it works

  • Students spend three years at their undergraduate institution working towards a bachelor’s degree while fulfilling the pre-pharmacy requirements for 91自拍’s PharmD program.
  • Upon PharmD admission, students begin the four-year PharmD program at 91自拍 and use courses taken during their first (P1) or first and second (P1 and P2) years at 91自拍 to fulfill their bachelor’s degree requirements at their undergraduate institution.
  • After successfully completing the requirements at their undergraduate institution and the first (P1) or first and second (P1 and P2) years in the PharmD program at 91自拍, students will receive a bachelor’s degree from their undergraduate institution and will continue through the PharmD curriculum at 91自拍 to earn their PharmD.

Partner institutions

  • 91自拍 and
    • Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences
    • Bachelor of Science in Biology
    • Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry
    • Bachelor of Science in Chemistry: Pharmacy Concentration
    • Bachelor of Science in Biology
    • Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry: Pharmaceutical Biochemistry Emphasis
    • Bachelor of Science in Human Biology: Health Science Emphasis
    • Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences
    • Bachelor of Science in Biology: Health Science Emphasis
    • Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
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Benefits to students

Students who pursue a 3+4 dual degree program will benefit from:

  • Achieving a bachelor’s degree and a Doctor of Pharmacy degree in a total of seven years
  • A course equivalency guide that provides easy navigation of pre-pharmacy coursework that can be completed at their undergraduate institution
  • An admission counselor at 91自拍SOP who will work with students to ensure they are competitive throughout the admission process

PharmD application process

Students on a 3+4 dual-degree plan who are seeking admission into the PharmD program at 91自拍 will apply for admission during the third year of their undergraduate program. To be guaranteed an interview*, 3+4 dual degree students will need to:

  • Submit the PharmCAS application by June 1 the year they plan to enroll in the PharmD program
  • Maintain a 2.75 cumulative GPA and a C- or better in all pre-pharmacy coursework

*91自拍 does extend interview invitations to candidates with a GPA lower than 2.75 on a case-by-case basis. Effective April 2020, 91自拍SOP is a PCAT optional institution. Students should connect with the 91自拍SOP Admissions Team to discuss the overall strength of their application and discuss if taking the PCAT would make them a more competitive applicant.

Please contact us at pharmacy@cuw.edu or 262.243.2728.

Master's/PharmD Dual Degrees

Earn your master's degree while pursuing your PharmD

91自拍 School of Pharmacy (91自拍SOP) offers three Master's/PharmD dual degree programs that enable students to earn a specialized master's degree along with their Doctor of Pharmacy degree. 

How it works

Candidates for admission to a Master's/PharmD dual degree program must first meet 91自拍SOP admissions requirements and then complete a supplemental application for the desired master's program. Admission to each program is reviewed and approved by the master's program process. 

Master's/PharmD Dual Degree Options

PharmD/Master's of Business Administration

  • Tomorrow's pharmacy leaders are being formed today. This degree combination provides an exceptional path for graduates to prepare for management, administrative, entrepreneurial, and leadership roles in pharmacy and healthcare organizations

PharmD/Master's of Public Healthcare

  • As healthcare reform continues to be at the forefront of the healthcare industry, prevention-focused public health is projected to grow in demand and importance. Pharmacists can and should play a critical role in leading this discussion. The PharmD/MPH dual degree program allows students to focus on medication safety and pharmacovigilance concentration to complement their passion for service and desire to improve public health. 

PharmD/Master's in Natural Product Sciences

  • You will explore the pharmacology of and the development of products from natural sources to ensure they perform as expected for consumers. Become an advocate that will work to establish the safety and efficacy of naturally sourced products. From natural medicines and herbal supplements to natural-derived ingredients you will develop the skills and expertise to further expand this emerging industry.

Questions?

Please contact us at pharmacy@cuw.edu or 262.243.2728.

Pre-Pharmacy Coursework Credits

These guides provide one common course of study that fulfills 91自拍’s pre-pharmacy requirements. This is not the only path to successfully completing the prerequisite courses. If your college or university is not on the list, refer to the general pre-pharmacy requirements listed here. Please contact the Office of Recruitment and Admissions with any questions or for a review of your transcript(s).