pharmaceutical sciences
By integrating study in a broad range of sciences, the Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences is a great option for those pursuing careers in the pharmaceutical industry, biomedical research and academics — or as a path to pharmacy school.
By incorporating courses in chemistry, biology, mathematics, social and behavioral sciences into one holistic program, our Pharmaceutical Sciences program will help you build the foundational knowledge, critical thinking and communication skills for success in a variety of fields.
Get valuable, hands-on experience in the lab and out of the classroom. As a leading health sciences university, UHSP ensures that undergrad students have numerous opportunities to engage in research and other clinical learning experiences.
17%
Expected medical scientist job growth through 2031
$95,310
Median annual salary for medical scientists
10,000
Expected medical scientist job openings over the next decade
Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2023
9%
Expected pharmaceutical and medical sales job growth through 2031
$94,840
Median annual salary for technical and scientific sales
170,000
Expected sales job openings over the next decade
Wholesale or Manufacturing Sales, Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2023
Looking Forward
Your B.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences will make you a competitive candidate for jobs as a:
- Laboratory Assistant
- Laboratory Technician
- Chemical Scientist
Your Path to Professional School
If your goals include advanced study in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, occupational therapy or physical therapy, UHSP’s B.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences can pave the way.
Integrate your B.S. and Pharm.D.
Earn two degrees by integrating your undergraduate degree with your Pharm.D. at UHSP. Through this option, your undergraduate senior year will serve as your first professional (P1) year in the pharmacy program, simultaneously fulfilling your senior-year requirements for your bachelor’s degree.
Students are admitted to the professional program through a holistic admissions process, which includes an interview and writing assessment. Students who complete more than two full-time undergraduate semesters at UHSP will not be required to take the Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT).