School of Pharmacy
Admissions
Overview
Information that will be considered regarding admission includes:
Grade point average on required pre-pharmacy courses
Overall GPA
Score on the Pharmacy College Admissions Test (PCAT)
Written communication skills (included in the PCAT)
Two (2) letters of recommendation (at least one from a pharmacist)
Volunteerism, community service, activism, and leadership
A successful criminal background check.
Preference will be given to applicants who complete their pre-pharmacy requirements at Presbyterian College, are from rural or underserved areas of South Carolina, demonstrate leadership experience, have pharmacy work experience, have a history of volunteerism and community service, hold a previous degree, and/or enhance the diversity of the student body.
Based upon the above information, applicants will be selected to visit campus for an interview. Any student who has completed all the pre-pharmacy coursework at Presbyterian College with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above and fulfills all requirements for admission is guaranteed an interview with the School of Pharmacy. During the interview visit, students will receive a tour of the pharmacy facilities and Presbyterian College, complete a writing sample, and interview with a faculty member and healthcare practitioner. Students are responsible for arranging accommodations and travel to Clinton, SC for the interview process. Admission is competitive and selection for an interview does not guarantee admission.
APPLY Fall 2009 to be considered for our inaugural class. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis when all application materials are received by the School of Pharmacy. All materials should be submitted by February 1, 2010 to be considered for admittance Fall 2010. Click here for more information on the application process.
To schedule a visit or to request more information, please contact the Office of Professional and Student Affairs at 864-938-3900 or pharmacy@presby.edu.
The PCSP Office of Professional and Student Affairs is temporarily located on the 2nd floor of the President's House at 512 S. Broad Street in Clinton. Click here for directions.
