General Studies
Pathway in Pre-Pharmacy
Science
Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree
This pathway will prepare students for a career in a pharmacyrelated field of study. Specifically, this General Studies – Pathway in Pre-Pharmacy AA&S, combined with the Pre-Pharmacy CSC, is designed to provide students with the foundational courses required to apply to a college of pharmacy. Students will be simultaneously enrolled in both programs.
Program Length 2-3 years (4-6 semesters)
Transfer Objectives This pathway is designed to provide introductory coursework toward a degree in pharmacy.
Is this degree for you? Yes, If you intend to apply to pharmacy school.
Tuition & Fee At only $162.11 per credit hour for you’ll save $10K to $40K, in tuition costs alone, by starting at VHCC! Out-of-state students living within a 30-mile radius qualify for in-state tuition.
Davis studied Chemistry at Valparaiso University in Indiana and has her Masters in Chemistry from the University of Illinois. Before teaching, Davis worked in quality control chemistry at Merck Pharmaceuticals. She has been teaching at VHCC for over 20 years.
Sandy Davis
Pathway
Ambassador
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sdavis@vhcc.edu | 276-739-2464
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Complete an Associate of Arts & Science degree at VHCC and you may be eligible to receive up to $2K annually for tuition expenses. Ask us about Transfer Grants.
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Start at VHCC and meet specified transfer agreement requirements and you’ll enjoy guaranteed admission to Virginia Tech, Radford, King University, Emory & Henry College, ETSU and more.
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