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Submission Number: 4089
Submission ID: 37
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Created: Fri, 09/06/2019 - 02:48
Completed: Mon, 06/17/2024 - 13:51
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Submitted by: Anonymous
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Institution Name Presbyterian College
College or School Name School of Pharmacy
Short Name Presbyterian C
Banner Image: pharmcas header-01.jpg
If you need to post a notification below your institution name, please enter it here: The PCAT is not required for admission to PCSP.
Street 1 Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy
Street 2 307 North Broad Street
Street 3
City Clinton
State South Carolina
Zip 29325
Country United States
Program Location: South Carolina
Admissions Office Contact(s):
Institutional Website:
Contact Information Video:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
What is the final (enforced) application deadline for your program? June 2, 2025
Final Application Deadline Description:
What is the priority application deadline for your program? March 3, 2025
Describe any requirements or incentives for applicants who apply by the priority deadline.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Please select the appropriate ACPE accreditation status for your institution from the list below: Full Accreditation
Satellite/Branch campuses:
Does your program follow the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? Yes
Is your institution public or private? Private
Is your institution part of an academic health center? No
Select the appropriate academic term type for your program. Semester (2 terms per academic year)
What is the minimum requirement of pre-pharmacy coursework for matriculation into your professional Doctor of Pharmacy program?  2 years
Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions? Not Required
What is the structure (e.g., length) of your Pharm.D. program curriculum? 4 years
Does your program offer an Early Assurance program for admissions?  No
Does your program have affiliation or articulation agreements with undergraduate institutions for admissions? Contact the program directly for additional details.  Yes
Does your program offer a student the ability to complete their bachelor’s degree while enrolled in the Pharm.D. program? No
Does your program offer alternative pathways to Pharm.D. degree completion?  No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class: 12
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Target number of Pharm.D. seats for the upcoming P1 entering class: 30
Maximum number of Pharm.D. seats available in the upcoming P1 entering class: 65
Anticipated number of early assurance students advancing to the P1 year in the upcoming entering class: 0
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Does your institution offer a dual degree program, as defined above? Yes
If yes, check all that apply: PharmD/MBA (Business Administration), PharmD/MPH (Public Health)
Does your institution offer a concurrent, double, or second degree program, as defined above? Yes
Provide any additional information regarding dual, concurrent, double, or second degree programs: The dual PharmD/MBA program with Lander is available starting P2 and you’re required to achieve at least a 2.75 GPA, maintain good professional standing, and demonstrate outstanding character and ethical standards.

The dual PharmD/MPH program with UAB requires the student have a bachelor's degree, and accepted into both programs.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Program Description The PharmD program at Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy (PCSP) is designed to prepare students for the general practice of pharmacy. We believe learning occurs in a variety of settings so we integrate classroom, experiential learning, and simulations into your training right from the start. Our curriculum focuses on managing patients' healthcare and utilizes diverse modes of learning including lectures, laboratories, and simulated patient experiences. PCSP provides pharmacy education with a liberal arts approach, integrating classroom learning with practical experience, emphasizing community engagement, valuing each student, and focusing on patient care. We are committed to helping students acquire the knowledge and skills to provide comprehensive pharmacy care to the communities they serve.

At PCSP, faculty and staff know you by name. Lectures are delivered live 100% of the time and opportunities for research are plentiful. At PCSP, your success is our number one goal.
Program Description Video: School of Pharmacy | Find Your Place from Presbyterian College on Vimeo.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Minimum Overall GPA: 2.5
Minimum Prerequisite GPA: 2.75
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants:
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 58
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 37
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 102
Total number of basic science college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
Provide any additional information regarding credit hour policies for applicants:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
List of Course Prerequisites:
Course Subject Course Title Semester Hours (Min) Quarter Hours (Min)
Biology/Biological Science General Biology with lab 8 12
Microbiology Microbiology with lab 4 6
Humanities Humanities 6 9
English Composition / Writing English 6 9
Social/Behavioral Science Psychology or Sociology 3 5
Anatomy & Physiology Human Anatomy and Physiology 6 9
Chemistry General Chemistry with lab 8 12
Chemistry Organic Chemistry with lab 8 12
Physics Physics 3 5
Statistics Statistics 3 5
Math Calculus 3 5
When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)? All prerequisite coursework must be completed prior to matriculation in August 2025.
Can applicants use online classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?
  • Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Yes
  • Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes
  • Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes
Enter any additional information regarding online course prerequisites:
Can applicants use pass/fail classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?
  • Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Varies
  • Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Varies
  • Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Varies
Enter any additional information regarding pass/fail course prerequisites:
Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites: All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of C- or better prior to fall matriculation. Life science and organic chemistry courses earned seven or more years prior to applying to the School will not be used to satisfy pre-pharmacy course requirements unless approved by the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and the Admissions Committee on an individual basis.
Link to additional course prerequisites information: https://pharmacy.presby.edu/admissions/apply/prerequisites/
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Does your institution require applicants to submit a supplemental application or supplemental materials directly to the institution and outside of PharmCAS? No
Will your institution require a supplemental application fee? No
Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Do you accept or consider any standardized tests? Do not include immunization requirement or other similar documentation requirements. No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Does your program require pharmacy observation hours? Recommended, but not required
Please note any additional relevant information:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Are evaluations (letters of reference) required by your institution? Yes
 If yes, how many evaluations are required? Two (2)
Please indicate your evaluation type requirements. Select all that apply.
  • Employer: ACCEPTED
  • Faculty Advisor: ACCEPTED
  • Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Health Care Professional: REQUIRED
  • Pharmacist: RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
  • Politician: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Pre-Health Advisor: ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Any Subject Area): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Liberal Arts): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Math): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Science): ACCEPTED
  • Supervisor: ACCEPTED
  • Teaching Assistant: NOT ACCEPTED
What is your college/school policy on committee letters? Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation? Varies
What is your college/school policy on composite letters? Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation? Varies
Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations: PCSP requires two evaluations (or letters of recommendation). The first should be from a college professor. In the circumstance where a professor evaluation is not attainable, an employer can submit an evaluation in lieu of a professor evaluation. The second evaluation should be from a pharmacist or healthcare professional.

Please note: applicants can submit evaluations after submitting their application for admission. Do not wait on evaluations to submit your application for admission.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Is preference given to state residents? No
Is preference given to residents of other states? No
Additional information about the program’s state residency requirements:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Does your institution consider foreign citizens (excluding Canadian citizens)? Yes
Select the citizenship types eligible for admission: US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, US Temporary Residents, Canadian Citizens, Foreign (non-US) Citizens with a Visa, Foreign (non-US) Citizens, Other Non-Citizens (e.g. DACA Students)
Policy for accepting non-U.S. coursework (excluding study abroad): Send a foreign transcript evaluation report (FTER) to PharmCAS
Other clarifying information, if necessary: Our program only accepts evaluations from WES. Evaluations must be submitted to PharmCAS and not to the program.
Non-native speakers must submit official TOEFL scores? Yes
If the TOEFL is required for non-native English speakers, provide additional details about the requirement below: To prove English proficiency, students must achieve the minimum required official score on the TOEFL. The TOEFL may be waived under the following conditions: completion of an associate's, bachelor's, master's, or Doctorate degree at an accredited college or university where English is the only language of instruction OR completed 60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits as a full time student from an institution where English is the only language of instruction.
Does the institution offer a post-B.S. Pharm.D. program for current pharmacists who are already licensed in the U.S.? No
Does the institution consider foreign-educated pharmacists WITHOUT a U.S. license for admission to the entry-level Pharm.D. program? No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Interview Format: Individual applicants with two or more interviewers
Does the institution offer an online interview option? Yes
Briefly describe your institution's interview process: PC School of Pharmacy employs a structured interview process that is designed to assess core competencies that are difficult to measure via an application alone. Applicants are selected to interview based on their academics, evaluations, volunteerism, leadership, and professional exploration. We will utilize both virtual and in-person interviews for the 2024-2025 application cycle.
Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description: https://pharmacy.presby.edu/admissions/apply/admissions-interviews/
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Is a deposit required to hold an acceptee's place in the class? Yes
Is the deposit refundable for any period of time? No
Enter details on the deposit (e.g. amount) and deposit refund policies: A $350 non-refundable seat deposit is required of accepted students to indicate the intent to matriculate into the Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy. A student must remit their deposit by the deadline stated in his/her acceptance letter.
Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class: 2025-08-18
Additional details for accepted applicants: The fall semester begins with Student Orientation in August 2025. Attendance at the new student orientation is mandatory and culminates with a White Coat Ceremony.
Are accepted applicants required to have CPR certification prior to matriculation? No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Is your institution participating in the PharmCAS-facilitated Criminal Background Check (CBC) Service? Yes
Is your institution participating in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service? Yes
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Admin Status Published
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