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Pre-Pharmacy
PharmD • Prepare for pharmacy school. Texas has strong PharmD programs at UT, UH, and TTU.
~3.37 avg
PharmCAS 2024
Avg Applicant GPA
Observation hrs required (varies)
Typical Experience
14 courses
Required Courses
4 areas
Key Experiences
Required Courses
Click any course to see who teaches itThese courses are required by most PharmD programs.
BIO 311CBIO 311DBIO 325MBS 326RINB 446LINB 365SCH 301CH 302CH 320MCH 320NCH 220CPHY 317KM 408CSDS 320E
View all Pre-Pharmacy classes →Recommended Courses
Not required but strengthen your application significantly.
Key Experiences Needed
How applicants actually build each one. Not just what to do, but how.
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Paid pharmacy experience
- 1Get your Pharmacy Technician certification (CPhT / PTCE)
- 2Apply to paid tech roles at HEB, CVS, or a hospital pharmacy
- 3This is paid work that directly builds your pharmacy hours. It is the standard path
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Patient interaction
- 1Work a counter or counseling-style role
- 2Practice clearly explaining medications to patients
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Community service
- 1Volunteer at a community clinic or health fair if you want non-pharmacy service
- 2Keep one steady commitment
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Research (optional)
- 1Join a UT College of Pharmacy lab
- 2Present your work if the chance comes up
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💡 UT Austin Advantage
The UT College of Pharmacy is ranked #8 in the nation and #1 in Texas (U.S. News 2026), and it's on your own campus. As an undergrad you can get research in its labs, connect with PharmD faculty and students early, and learn the program from the inside before you ever apply.
📍 Austin Resources
- • HEB Pharmacy (paid tech positions)
- • CVS Pharmacy (tech internships)
- • UT Pharmacy Students Association
- • CommUnityCare clinics