About This Program
The Biomedical Sciences B.S. program is designed for students pursuing pharmacy as part of the Accelerated/PharmD program on the Duluth campus. Students are required to complete course work representing approximately three years of an undergraduate degree in the Swenson College of Science and Engineering (SCSE). This includes the advanced writing requirement, the UMD Liberal Education Program, all pharmacy pre-reqs, and courses aligned with a B.A. or B.S. The curriculum also integrates the first year of pharmacy school to complete the degree requirements. Should students choose to exit the pre-pharmacy track, this pathway ensures they maintain steady progress towards an SCSE degree. Students are strongly encouraged to work closely with the SCSE Pre-Health Academic Advisor.
Program Highlights
- Complete the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degrees in seven years
- Save over $25k in tuition, fees, and living expenses (when compared to students completing a bachelor’s degree and the PharmD program separately)
- Receive personalized guidance from the Swenson College of Science & Engineering and the College of Pharmacy
- Scholarships available as an undergraduate and as a PharmD student
- Networking and mentorship opportunities with current PharmD students and faculty
Research & Experiential Learning
- Undergraduate research opportunities with hands-on experience and professional mentorship providing a competitive edge for your PharmD application
- Professional development and volunteer opportunities to connect you with Pharmacists in the field
- Gain experience as a pharmacy technician while pursuing your bachelor's degree
- Student organization involvement
Potential Careers
- Pharmacist
- Retail pharmacies
- Hospitals
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Clinical pharmacy
- Pharmacy informatics
- Research
- Industry
- Entrepreneurship
Scholarships
Each year, the Swenson College of Science and Engineering awards over $1 million in scholarships. These scholarships range from $1000 to full tuition.
Get Involved
- Pre-Pharmacy Club
Requirements
Refer to the link below for more detailed information about the program, admission requirements, sample plans, and contact information.
Biomedical Sciences B.S. (Accelerated Pre-Pharmacy) Courses & Requirements