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.
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Curriculum Guide
GPA Requirement
Overall GPA: 3.00 or higher
Math/Science Course GPA: 3.00 or higher
Summary*
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Rock Studies 2 Requirements | 45 | |
| Other Basic Requirements | 0-3 | |
| Computer Competency | 0-3 | |
| Major/Concentration Requirements | 43-44 | |
| Natural Science and Math College-Wide Requirements | 12 | |
* 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
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| The Rock | ||
| SUBJ 139 | Foundations of Academic Discovery 1 | 3 |
| PHIL 110 | Ethics and Civil Discourse | 3 |
| ENGL 102 | Critical Writing | 3 |
| ENGL 104 | Critical Reading | 3 |
| MATH 225 | Calculus I | 4 |
| Subtotal | 16 | |
| Integrated Inquiry | ||
| Creative and Aesthetic Inquiry | ||
| Select 3 Credits | 3 | |
| Humanities Inquiry | ||
| Select 3 Credits | 3 | |
| Social Science Inquiry | ||
| Select 3 Credits | 3 | |
| Natural Science Inquiry | ||
| CHEM 107 & CHEM 111 | General Chemistry I and General Chemistry I Lab | 4 |
| Physical Science Inquiry | ||
| PHYS 216 | University Physics 1 with Lab | 4 |
| Subtotal | 17 | |
| Thematic Thread | ||
| Select 12 Credits 2 | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 45 | |
- 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.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Complete one of the following: | 0-3 | |
Meet required minimum SAT or ACT math score OR | ||
| Beginning Algebra | ||
| Total Hours | 0-3 | |
Computer Competency
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Demonstrate "computer competency" by one of the following: | 0-3 | |
Pass Computer Competency Exam OR | ||
Select one of the following at SRU or another post-secondary institution: | ||
| Introduction to Computing for Liberal Arts | ||
| Computer Concepts | ||
| Introduction to Computing and Programming | ||
| Technology for Wellness | ||
| Total Hours | 0-3 | |
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
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Introductory Chemistry Courses | ||
| CHEM 108 | General Chemistry II | 3 |
| CHEM 112 | General Chemistry II Lab | 1 |
| Subtotal | 4 | |
| Required Foundation Chemistry Courses | ||
| CHEM 201 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM 211 | Organic Chemistry Laboratory I | 1 |
| CHEM 335 | Biochemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM 336 | Biochemistry Laboratory I | 1 |
| CHEM 350 | Analytical Chemistry | 3 |
| CHEM 351 | Analytical Chemistry Lab | 1 |
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Physical Chemistry 1 and Physical Chemistry Laboratory I | ||
| Inorganic Chemistry and Physical Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory | ||
| Subtotal | 16 | |
| Required In-Depth Chemistry Courses | ||
| CHEM 202 | Organic Chemistry II | 3 |
| CHEM 212 | Organic Chemistry Laboratory II | 1 |
| CHEM 337 | Biochemistry II | 3 |
| CHEM 338 | Biochemistry Laboratory II | 1 |
| Select one of the following: | 3-4 | |
| Physical Chemistry II | ||
| Materials Chemistry | ||
| Instrumental Analysis and Instrumental Analysis Laboratory | ||
| Subtotal | 11-12 | |
| Cognate Courses | ||
| BIOL 114 | Biology II: Foundations of Molecules, Genes and Cells with Lab | 4 |
| MATH 230 | Calculus II | 4 |
| PHYS 217 | University Physics 2 with Lab | 4 |
| Subtotal | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 43-44 | |
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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
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 107 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM 111 | General Chemistry I Lab | 1 |
| MATH 225 | Calculus I | 4 |
| PHYS 216 | University Physics 1 with Lab | 4 |
Additional Pre-Pharmacy Prerequisite Courses
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 250 | Genetics with Lab | 4 |
| STAT 152 | Elementary Statistics I | 3 |
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
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hours | |
| 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 | ||
| Hours | 15-16 | |
| 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 139 | Foundations of Academic Discovery | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Precalculus | ||
| Calculus I | ||
| Calculus II | ||
| Hours | 18 | |
| 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 | ||
| Hours | 18 | |
| 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 |
| Hours | 18 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| Select one of the following: | 7-8 | |
In even years, select: |
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| Inorganic Chemistry | ||
In odd years, select: |
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| Physical Chemistry 1 and Physical Chemistry Laboratory I |
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| Analytical Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry Lab |
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| CHEM 335 & CHEM 336 |
Biochemistry I and Biochemistry Laboratory I |
4 |
| Inquiry/Thread/Elective Course | 3 | |
| Hours | 14-15 | |
| Spring | ||
| Select one of the following: | 6-7 | |
In odd years, select: |
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| Inorganic Chemistry | ||
| Materials Chemistry | ||
In even years, select: |
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| Physical Chemistry II | ||
| Instrumental Analysis and Instrumental Analysis Laboratory |
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| CHEM 337 & CHEM 338 |
Biochemistry II and Biochemistry Laboratory II |
4 |
| Inquiry/Thread/Elective | 3 | |
| Inquiry/Thread/Elective | 4 | |
| Hours | 17-18 | |
| 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.
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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