B.S. in Chemistry/Doctor of Pharmacy
(Dual-Degree Program)

B.S./Doctor of Pharmacy

Collaborative programs that support early admission into schools of Pharmacy.

Frostburg State University has formed collaborative academic partnerships offering students accelerated pathways to becoming pharmacists. The innovative programs allow you to complete your undergraduate and doctoral studies seamlessly to reduce instruction time and costs.

Chemistry majors at FSU who meet the requirements and have strong academic credentials are eligible to apply for early admission to Doctor of Pharmacy programs at one of the following partner institutions after just three years of undergraduate study:

The University of Maryland, Eastern Shore School of Pharmacy
The West Virginia University School of Pharmacy

Then, after six/seven years, you earn a Doctorate of Pharmacy degree, instead of the traditional eight. Upon completion of the program you are eligible to take the pharmacy licensing exam.

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Program Requirements

B.S. in Chemistry/ Doctor of Pharmacy Highlights

Complete upper-level courses with small class sizes, allowing more access to faculty members and resources.
Join our chapter of the Student Members of the American Chemical Society which is nationally recognized for educational outreach and promotion of science to the community and region.
Join Gamma Sigma Epsilon National Chemistry Honors Society and a Pre-Professional Medical Society for students interested in careers in the health professions.

What can I do with a B.S. in Chemistry/Doctor of Pharmacy degree?

$134,790

Median pay for Pharmacists (BLS 2023)

Related Occupations

Pharmacist

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, while some sectors will lose pharmacy jobs due to online and mail-order prescription services, demand for pharmacists in healthcare settings such as hospitals and clinics is projected to increase.

What You Will Learn

Complete all pre-pharmacy courses required for admission to the pharmacy program.
Participate in hands-on research projects with a broad range of interests and collaboration between multiple disciplines.

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