The Pre-Pharmacy Honors Scholars Program is a collaboration between the Honors College (HC) and the OSU College of Pharmacy (COP). This program is designed for incoming HC students who have strong academic abilities and an interest in exploring pharmacy or pharmaceutical sciences as a career. Pre-Pharmacy Honors Scholars will obtain experience, knowledge, and mentorship that will help solidify their career goals and strengthen their application to a professional pharmacy program.
AY2023-24 is the inaugural year of this program. As such ALL HC students interested in exploring a possible career in Pharmacy or Pharmaceutical Sciences are eligible to apply.
Applicant Eligibility and Procedures
Students admitted to the Honors College who accept admission will be invited to apply to the Pre-Pharmacy Honors Scholars Program by the College of Pharmacy.
Interested students should:
- Apply to OSU and the Honors College.
- If admitted to the HC, commit to attend Oregon State University and the Honors College.
- Fill out the interest form sent to you via email. In AY2023-24, the interest form will be sent in early fall term.
Program Structure
Students admitted to the program will be assigned a faculty mentor from the College of Pharmacy who will be responsible for overseeing the student’s progress. It is expected that the participant's honors thesis will be related to some facet of the pharmacy profession. Students will participate in research and observe clinical medicine during the academic year and summer and will be encouraged to participate in COP activities such as:
- Clinical and research talks
- Senior paper presentations
- Community outreach organized by student chapters of professional pharmacy organizations
- Research Day at the COP
- Educational programs for children and communities
For more information contact:
Gildha Cumming
HC Assistant Dean of Admissions, First-Year Engagement and Communications
Honors College
[email protected]
541-737-6432
Jessina C. McGregor
Professor
Department of Pharmacy Practice
College of Pharmacy
[email protected]
503-494-4722