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Discover your future in pharmaceutical sciences at NDSU, where precision meets passion. Offered as both a major and a minor, you’ll receive exemplary pharmaceutical science education and training while actively participating in interdisciplinary research. Dedicated faculty ensure you have everything you need to succeed in the classroom and lab space, incorporating years of industry knowledge into their lessons. By the end of the pre-pharmacy degree program, you’ll be prepared to apply to the pharmaceutical sciences graduate program or the PharmD program to continue your education.
Students interested in a minor to strengthen their career and educational opportunities in medical, dental, veterinary, biomedical, biotechnology or pharmaceutical disciplines may pursue this option.
Capture the Moment at NDSU
Shape Your Future
NDSU students are encouraged to collaborate with an advisor and develop a unique program of study that meets their specific interests.
Pre-Licensure Pharmacy Program
Prepare for a dynamic role in modern health care through hands-on coursework that prepares you for the Professional PharmD program.
Professional Development and Leadership
Broaden your horizons and expand your experience outside of the classroom through student organizations, including the Pre-Pharmacy Club, the student chapter (Academy of Student Pharmacists) of the American Pharmacist Association and more. Participation in these organizations and extracurricular activities help build strong connections with peers and allow you to develop leadership skills.
Rewarding Research
Work alongside expert faculty by participating in research and interprofessional practice experiences.
Work in the Best Environment
Work in NDSU’s state-of-the-art facilities, including the Aldevron Tower, a 74,000 sq. ft., six-story building that includes shared interprofessional learning space for interdisciplinary education and hands-on learning spaces for students in pharmacy, nursing, respiratory care, medical lab sciences, radiologic sciences and public health. The Tower also includes more student-friendly spaces such as open study spaces, huddle rooms and conference rooms.
Tuition & Costs
NDSU offers a high-quality, academically rigorous education at an affordable cost. To support you in covering tuition and expenses, we provide a wide range of need-based and merit-based scholarships and financial aid options.
Admission Info
At NDSU, we welcome students from all backgrounds who are seeking a dynamic learning environment within a supportive, welcoming community.
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