Why Pursue a PharmD through a 3+3?
A unique partnership between 萝莉社 and Roosevelt University College of Pharmacy offers first-year North Park students the opportunity to earn a BA in biochemistry and a Doctor of Pharmacy in a total of six years鈥攁n entire year sooner than the traditional seven.
Designed as a Direct Enrollment Program (DEP), PharmD candidates receive a direct pathway for entrance to Roosevelt鈥檚 College of Pharmacy鈥攁ll without taking the standard Pharmacy College Admissions Test (PCAT) or applying through the Pharmacy Common Application System (PCAS).
Requirements
First-year North Park students apply during their second semester for DEP acceptance. Offers of enrollment are available for up to 10 qualified full-time North Park students per academic year.
Biochemistry at 萝莉社
Students work closely with faculty in the Chemistry & Biochemistry Department to earn a BA in biochemistry that prepares them with all of the pre-requisite courses for pharmacy school.
College of Pharmacy at Roosevelt University
Roosevelt’s College of Pharmacy offers the only three-year Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program in Illinois. Their reputation speaks for itself with a
In-demand Job Opportunities
A national shortage of pharmacists combined with the largest segment of the population now turning 50-55, places pharmacists in high demand. With a PharmD, career opportunities abound鈥攂oth on the clinical side or retail.
A PharmD graduate is qualified to practice in the private or public sector as a pharmacist and/or conduct research and development in pharmaceuticals on the provider or manufacturing side of healthcare.
Pre-Pharmacy Club
Created for students interested in becoming pharmacists, but open to all, the Pre-pharmacy Club gathers at least monthly. Members plan service projects and training events such as:
- Flu-Shot clinic
- First Aid in mental health certification
- EKG certification
- AED/CPR certification
- Ribbons to represent Alzheimer’s awareness and Breast Cancer awareness month
State-of-the-Art Facilities
In our modern, first-class chemistry labs, analytical instrumentation and integrated technology set the stage for learning. Highlights include:
- Shimadzu GC-MS
- Microwave Synthesis Unit
- Perkin Elmer Spectrum 100 FTIR
- 300 MHz Bruker NMR
- Ocean Optics CCD-array UV-Vis
- Total Reflection X-Ray Fluorescence
3+3 Candidate Profile
The following candidate is well-suited for this rigorous program:
- Incoming freshman who know they want to be a pharmacist, along with the intention to apply to the 3+3 Direct Enrollment Program
- Motivated, scientifically-curious students who are ready as a freshman to dedicate themselves towards earning a BA in biochemistry followed by a PharmD
- Keen interest in healthcare
- Background in chemistry, biology, math, pre-calculus, statistics
Dedicated 3+3 Advisor
With over 20 years鈥� experience in health professions education and the health sciences, Kristine Aronsson brings her dedication to advising students in reaching their academic and future career goals.
Kristine works side-by-side students to design an enrollment plan and maintains ongoing communication with Roosevelt enrollment coordinators to confirm students maintain their eligibility. Once enrolled in the 3+3 program, Kristine advises students on the variety of opportunities available through Roosevelt鈥檚 College of Pharmacy programs and events.