Pre-Pharmacy

Start your pursuit of a career in pharmacy with all the advantages of Drake’s pre-pharmacy program. Drake’s pre-pharmacy major is a two-year curriculum that prepares students to apply to our Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree.  If you are admitted to Drake’s pre-pharmacy school, you will receive the benefits of the Drake Direct PharmD program, which is a 2+4 program that allows you to become a pharmacist in 6 years instead of seven to eight.

Drake’s pre-pharmacy degree provides a unique and beneficial experience to students that includes career exploration in a variety of areas within pharmacy, advising and mentoring from a pharmacy professor, opportunities to join professional pharmacy organizations as early as your first semester and much more!

Learn more about Drake’s bachelor's degree in pharmacy, including admissions requirements, and details about Drake Direct PharmD.

What can you do with an undergraduate pharmacy degree?

Visit Pharmacy Is Right For Me! to learn more about the profession of pharmacy and career pathways you can pursue.