Academic Catalog 2024-2025

Slippery Rock University

Chemistry, Bachelor of Science (BS) / Pre-Pharmacy (Duquesne) (3+4)

Pre-Acceptance Requirements

To be considered for the pre-acceptance program at Slippery Rock University, students must:

  • Have a minimum high school QPA of 3.0.
  • Score a minimum of 1130 on their SAT or 23 on their ACT.
  • Demonstrate evidence of leadership potential, community service, and involvement in co-curricular activities.
  • Provide one letter of recommendation from either a high school teacher or guidance counselor.

To maintain satisfactory progress in the Duquesne pre-pharmacy program, students must:

  • Complete the curricular requirements described in their SRU curriculum guide.
  • Earn a letter grade of “C” or better in all courses.
  • Maintain a minimum QPA of 2.50.

For the 2+4 program: Students should prepare to take the PCAT but October of their sophomore year at Slippery Rock University.

For the 3+4 program: Students should prepare to take the PCAT but October of their junior year at Slippery Rock University.

Before January 15th of their sophomore year (for the 2+4 option) and their junior year (for the 3+4 option), prospective students must apply to Duquesne University. In addition to the grade and QPA requirements listed above, formal acceptance in the PharmD program requires that students:

  • Attain a PCAT score of 375 or better.
  • Participate in an interview process with the Duquesne University School of Pharmacy faculty.
  • Submit a letter of recommendation from the SRU Pre-Pharmacy Selection Committee.
  • Provide evidence of leadership potential and commitment to the pharmacy profession.

Preference will be granted to candidates who:

  • Attain a PCAT score of 400 or better.
  • Maintain a QPA of 3.00 or higher for all science and math courses.
  • Maintain a cumulative QPA of 3.00 or higher.

Related Links

Chemistry: Pre-Pharmacy (Duquesne) Program Page

Professional Licensure/Certification Page

Curriculum Guide

GPA Requirement

Overall GPA: 3.00 or higher
Math/Science Course GPA: 3.00 or higher

Summary*

Rock Studies 2 Requirements45
Other Basic Requirements0-3
Major/Concentration Requirements43-44
Natural Science and Math College-Wide Requirements12

* All undergraduate degree programs require a minimum of 120 credits. Some courses meet multiple requirements, but are only counted once toward the 120 credit total required to graduate. However, because this is a pre-professional program, credits taken during the 1st year of the graduate program are applied toward the undergraduate credit hours to meet the 120 credits required for your undergraduate degree.

Rock Studies 2 Requirements

The Rock
SUBJ 139Foundations of Academic Discovery 13
PHIL 110Ethics and Civil Discourse3
ENGL 102Critical Writing3
ENGL 104Critical Reading3
MATH 225Calculus I4
Subtotal16
Integrated Inquiry
Creative and Aesthetic Inquiry
Select 3 Credits3
Humanities Inquiry
Select 3 Credits3
Social Science Inquiry
Select 3 Credits3
Natural Science Inquiry
CHEM 107
CHEM 111
General Chemistry I
and General Chemistry I Lab
4
Physical Science Inquiry
PHYS 216University Physics 1 with Lab4
Subtotal17
Thematic Thread
Select 12 Credits 212
Total Hours45
1

Course offered in multiple subjects; cannot take course in first major subject

2

One course from each category; six credits must be 300-level or above; no more than 4 credits from one subject area; specific courses required in first major, regardless of prefix of course, cannot be used to satisfy thread requirements; any course with same prefix as first major cannot be used to satisfy thread requirements, even if it is not a course in the first major.

Basic Math Requirement

Check with your adviser or a current degree audit report to see if you have been exempted from this course. The credit earned in this course will not be counted toward the 120 credit hour minimum needed to earn a degree.

Complete one of the following:0-3
Meet required minimum SAT or ACT math score OR
Beginning Algebra
Total Hours0-3

DIVERSITY,  EQUITY,  AND INCLUSION REQUIREMENT

Students must take and pass a course with the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) designation prior to graduation.  Students can meet this requirement by taking any DEI - designated course in any program at any time during their undergraduate career. 

Major/Concentration Requirements

Required Introductory Chemistry Courses
CHEM 108General Chemistry II3
CHEM 112General Chemistry II Lab1
Subtotal4
Required Foundation Chemistry Courses
CHEM 201Organic Chemistry I3
CHEM 211Organic Chemistry Laboratory I1
CHEM 335Biochemistry I3
CHEM 336Biochemistry Laboratory I1
CHEM 350Analytical Chemistry3
CHEM 351Analytical Chemistry Lab1
Select one of the following:4
Physical Chemistry 1
and Physical Chemistry Laboratory I
Inorganic Chemistry
and Physical Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
Subtotal16
Required In-Depth Chemistry Courses
CHEM 202Organic Chemistry II3
CHEM 212Organic Chemistry Laboratory II1
CHEM 337Biochemistry II3
CHEM 338Biochemistry Laboratory II1
Select one of the following:3-4
Physical Chemistry II
Materials Chemistry
Instrumental Analysis
and Instrumental Analysis Laboratory
Subtotal11-12
Cognate Courses
BIOL 114Biology II: Foundations of Molecules, Genes and Cells with Lab4
MATH 230Calculus II4
PHYS 217University Physics 2 with Lab4
Subtotal12
Total Hours43-44
*

Some courses may require pre-requisites. Please see course descriptions to determine if there are any pre-requisites for that specific course.

Natural Science and Math College-Wide Requirements

CHEM 107General Chemistry I3
CHEM 111General Chemistry I Lab1
MATH 225Calculus I4
PHYS 216University Physics 1 with Lab4

Additional Pre-Pharmacy Prerequisite Courses

BIOL 250Genetics with Lab4
STAT 152Elementary Statistics I3

Important Curriculum Guide Notes

This Curriculum Guide is provided to help SRU students and prospective students better understand their intended major curriculum. Enrolled SRU students should note that the My Rock Audit may place already-earned and/or in progress courses in different, yet valid, curriculum categories. Enrolled SRU students should use the My Rock Audit Report and materials and information provided by their faculty advisers to ensure accurate progress towards degree completion. The information on this guide is current as of the date listed. Students are responsible for curriculum requirements at the time of enrollment at the University.

PASSHE - Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Institutions

Chemistry, BS (6118)
Pre-Pharmacy Duquesne 3+4 (61DQ)
This program is effective as of Summer 2022
Revised 07.06.2022
UCC 03.22.2022

Recommended Three-Year Plan

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
FallHours
CHEM 107
CHEM 111
General Chemistry I
and General Chemistry I Lab
4
BIOL 114 Biology II: Foundations of Molecules, Genes and Cells with Lab 4
ENGL 102 Critical Writing 3
ESAP 101 FYRST Seminar 2 1
Select one of the following: 3-4
Intermediate Algebra
Precalculus
Calculus I
Calculus II
 Hours15-16
Spring
CHEM 108
CHEM 112
General Chemistry II
and General Chemistry II Lab
4
BIOL 250 Genetics with Lab 4
STAT 152 Elementary Statistics I 3
SUBJ 139Foundations of Academic Discovery 3
Select one of the following: 4
Precalculus
Calculus I
Calculus II
 Hours18
Second Year
Fall
CHEM 201
CHEM 211
Organic Chemistry I
and Organic Chemistry Laboratory I
4
ENGL 104 Critical Reading 3
PHIL 140 World Religions 3
PHYS 216 University Physics 1 with Lab 4
Select one of the following: 4
Calculus I
Calculus II
 Hours18
Spring
CHEM 202
CHEM 212
Organic Chemistry II
and Organic Chemistry Laboratory II
4
MATH 230 Calculus II 4
PHIL 110 Ethics and Civil Discourse 3
PHYS 217 University Physics 2 with Lab 4
PSYC 105 Introduction to Psychology 3
 Hours18
Third Year
Fall
Select one of the following: 7-8
In even years, select:
Inorganic Chemistry
In odd years, select:
Physical Chemistry 1
and Physical Chemistry Laboratory I
Analytical Chemistry
and Analytical Chemistry Lab
CHEM 335
CHEM 336
Biochemistry I
and Biochemistry Laboratory I
4
Inquiry/Thread/Elective Course 3
 Hours14-15
Spring
Select one of the following: 6-7
In odd years, select:
Inorganic Chemistry
Materials Chemistry
In even years, select:
Physical Chemistry II
Instrumental Analysis
and Instrumental Analysis Laboratory
CHEM 337
CHEM 338
Biochemistry II
and Biochemistry Laboratory II
4
Inquiry/Thread/Elective 3
Inquiry/Thread/Elective 4
 Hours17-18
 Total Hours**100-103
1

Course offered in multiple subjects; cannot take course in first major subject.

2

Students are encouraged to take ESAP 101 as a Free Elective.

*

Prepare to take PCAT by October, Fall of Sophomore Year.

** This document is meant to serve as a guide. Some planners may show more than 120 credits because faculty have created flexibility in choosing courses.  However, only 120 credits are required to obtain a degree. Please consult with your academic adviser and refer to your curriculum guide prior to registering for courses. This plan should be reviewed, and verified, by you and your academic adviser at least once each academic year. 

Major Code: 61DQ
UCC 02.02.2021
Revised: 07.10.2023