Program Overview
If you’re looking for versatility in the healthcare field, look no further. As a pharmacist, you’ll help others live healthier lives. You can research complex drugs that could one day change the world. So put yourself on the path to a career that gives back.
We can successfully transition you into the Doctor of Pharmacy program of your choice, so that you’ll be a sought-after professional in the field. Luckily for you, we provide several ways to get there. Our Health Professions Advisory Committee are well-respected professionals and educators on hand to assist you with every step of planning. Even if you're not sure which pharmacy school you want to attend, our committee is available to help you tailor a journey with a major that best reflects your interests and goals.
If you’re intending to attend Lipscomb’s College of Pharmacy, you may opt to pursue a bachelor’s degree track, a 3+1 bachelor’s degree track, or take 64 course hours of required prerequisite courses. With any of these paths, you’ll build the foundation necessary to prepare you for Lipscomb’s Doctor of Pharmacy program.
You’ll gain access to our seasoned faculty and student pharmacists who have already begun their journey through membership in the Pre-Pharmacy Society. You will get personal, step-by-step guidance about the application process and pharmacy career pathways. You'll develop advanced critical thinking, problem solving and communication skills. You will be highly equipped to continue your education in the multifaceted field of pharmacy.
Courses
For students prepared to start with Math 1314 Calculus I:
- Lipscomb Seminar (3)
- BI 1073 - The Story of Jesus
- CM 1113 - General Chemistry I
- CM 1211 - General Chemistry Laboratory I
- MA 1314 - Calculus I
- General Ed. Course/Elective (3)
- BI 1083 - The Story of the Church
- CM 1123 - General Chemistry II
- CM 1221 - General Chemistry Laboratory II
- EN 1313 - University Writing
- BY 1134 - Principles of Biology: Cell and Genetics
- General Ed. Course/Elective (3)
OR
For students prepared to start with Math 1113 Algebra:
Fall (16 Hours)
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Lipscomb Seminar
- BI 1073 - The Story of Jesus
- CM 1113 - General Chemistry I
- CM 1211 - General Chemistry Laboratory I
- MA 1113 - College Algebra
- Communication
- BI 1083 - The Story of the Church
- CM 1123 - General Chemistry II
- CM 1221 - General Chemistry Laboratory II
- EN 1313 - University Writing
- BY 1134 - Principles of Biology: Cell and Genetics
- MA 1123 - Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry
OR
For students prepared to start with Math 1115 Pre-Calculus:
Fall (15 Hours)
- Lipscomb Seminar
- BI 1073 - The Story of Jesus
- CM 1113 - General Chemistry I
- CM 1211 - General Chemistry Laboratory I
- Math 1115
- BI 1083 - The Story of the Church
- CM 1123 - General Chemistry II
- CM 1221 - General Chemistry Laboratory II
- EN 1313 - University Writing
- BY 1134 - Principles of Biology: Cell and Genetics
- CO 1003 - Introduction to Communication
Note:
Please visit our website at pharmacy.lipscomb.edu for the most up to date information regarding the College of Pharmacy. Students may also contact the College of Pharmacy by email at pharmacy@lipscomb.edu.
Our Faculty
Career Paths
Pharmacy Technicians
Pharmacy technicians help pharmacists dispense prescription medication to customers or health professionals.
Medical Scientists
Medical scientists conduct research aimed at improving overall human health. They often use clinical trials and other investigative methods to reach their findings.
Pharmacists
Pharmacists dispense prescription medications to patients and offer expertise in the safe use of prescriptions. They also may conduct health and wellness screenings, provide immunizations, oversee the medications given to patients, and provide advice on healthy lifestyles.
