What can you do with a Pharmacy Degree?
A Degree in Pharmacy prepares students to meet state and local requirements to qualify as pharmacists. Pharmacists are an integral part of the primary health care system and serve a variety of functions including:- educate patients about different medications
- help ensure safe administration of drugs
- monitor drug therapy
- advise health care providers about drug treatment options
- research
- clinical studies
- inform providers about therapeutic alternatives
Jobs with this degree include:
- Pharmacist– dispense prescription medications to patients and offer expertise in the safe use of prescriptions. Median Annual Salary: $129,000.
- Health Services Manager– plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of healthcare providers. Median Annual Salary: $101,000.
- Top Executive– plan strategies and policies to ensure that an organization meets its goals. Median Annual Salary: $99,000.
- Medical Scientist– conduct research aimed at improving overall human health. Median Annual Salary: $95,000.
- Pharmacy Technician– help pharmacists dispense prescription medication to customers or health professionals. Median Annual Salary: $37,000.
Is a Pharmacy Degree hard?
A Degree in Pharmacy is not hard but does require dedication! A Degree in Pharmacy prepares students for the obvious job of pharmacist but also lends itself to a variety of other careers including drug consultation, education, marketing, and research.When considering a Pharmacy Degree, students have great options to choose from. One popular option is for students to complete two years of collegiate coursework before applying to pharmacy school to complete a PharmD degree. This option helps students complete their PharmD degree at a faster rate. Another option is to complete a four year bachelor’s degree prior to entering pharmacy school. Students completing a bachelor’s degree prior to pharmacy school may choose a related degree (such as a pre-Pharmacy program, STEM, or health career related degrees) or a completely unrelated degree that also sparks their interests!
There are also a wide variety of accelerated and dual degree programs for students that wish to pursue interests in pharmacy and related other fields such as business, law, and managed care.
Getting a Degree in Pharmacy
A Doctor of Pharmacy Degree (often referred to as PharmD) is what is required to become a pharmacist. There are also national and state exams to pass for licensing in your state(s) of employment.PharmD programs usually take about 4 years to finish, and a student will receive a professional/doctoral level education. Students engage in supervised work experiences (on-the-job training and/or internships) in a variety of settings such as hospitals, assisted living facilities, and retail pharmacies.
PharmD programs includes courses such as:
- Chemistry
- Pharmacology
- Medical Ethics
- Biology
- Physics
- Anatomy
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Is a Pharmacy Degree worth it?
Yes! A Degree in Pharmacy is absolutely worth it! The hours and pay of a pharmacist are fantastic and there are plenty of other career opportunities as well that also have great job opportunities. A Degree in Pharmacy is a great career path to invest in!*All statistics and calculations from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. For more information click here.
Ready to start your Degree in Pharmacy? Check out these great programs available at our partner schools:
Buena Vista University
Offers a 3+4 dual degree program for students to earn their Doctor of Pharmacy. Buena Vista University has GI Bill-approved programs, offers credit for military experience , awards credit for the CLEP and DSST exams, and is approved for Tuition Assistance. Buena Vista University is a Yellow Ribbon school and Buena Vista University is a MyCAA approved school.
University of Arizona
Offers several Pharmacy Degrees including a Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Doctor of Pharmacy Degree, and a variety of PharmD dual degree options. University of Arizona is a GI Bill® approved school, offers credit for military experience, and awards credit for the CLEP and DSST exams. University of Arizona is a Yellow Ribbon school and is approved for Tuition Assistance.
University of the Incarnate Word
Offers several Pharmacy degrees including an undergraduate degree in the Pre-Pharmacy track, a Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences, and a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD). UIW has GI Bill approved programs, offers credit for military experience, awards credit for the CLEP and DSST exams, and is approved for Tuition Assistance. UIW is a Yellow Ribbon school and UIW is a MyCAA approved school.
Viterbo University
Offers a Pharmacy track for its undergraduate STEM degrees. Viterbo University has GI Bill approved programs, offers credit for military experience, awards credit for the CLEP and DSST exams, and is a MyCAA approved school. Viterbo University is approved for Tuition Assistance and Viterbo University is a Yellow Ribbon school.
Concordia University of Wisconsin
Offers an abundance of pharmacy options through its comprehensive School of Pharmacy including Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral options. Concordia U-WI has GI Bill approved programs, offers credit for military experience, and awards credit for both the CLEP and DSST exams. Concordia U-WI is a MyCAA approved school, is approved for Tuition Assistance, and Concordia U-WI is a Yellow Ribbon school.
Loyola University Chicago
Offers a Dual Acceptance Program with Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Pharmacy. Loyola University-Chicago has GI Bill approved programs, offers credit for military experience, and awards credit for both the CLEP and DSST exams. Loyola University-Chicago is a Yellow Ribbon school and is approved for Tuition Assistance.