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Transfer Application Instructions: Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Does scientific research with faculty as an undergraduate sound exciting? How about pathways to medical andlaw school. Those opportunities are part of the complete academic experience in the Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences program.
After you've read through the following instructions, we invite you to apply online (2009-10 applications will be available soon).
IMPORTANT DEADLINES FOR PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES TRANSFER STUDENTS
FEBRUARY 1
Admission Priority Deadline
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Due
Instructions
To ensure full consideration and a place in the incoming class of Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences students, it is highly recommended that the completed application be submitted by the priority deadline of February 1.
Applicants for transfer admission into the second or third year of the Pharmaceutical Sciences program will be accepted from students who have completed or plan to complete the required coursework, as long as space is available.
An application form must be completed and submitted to the College along with the required $75 non-refundable fee. The following materials also must be sent to the Office of Admissions:
Pending approval of the application, an interview will be required for admission. Applicants who have studied for fewer than 10 years where English is the language of instruction are required to submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the Test of Spoken English (TSE). A minimum score on the TOEFL of 600 paper-based or 250 computer-based, and a minimum of 50 on the TSE must be achieved to be considered for admission.
Once a student is notified of acceptance, a non-refundable deposit of $400 along with the signed Enrollment Confirmation Form will be required to reserve a place in the incoming class as long as space remains available. In the event that enrollment exceeds capacity, ACP reserves the right to return the admissions deposit on the date received. Failure to submit a final transcript and all required forms may result in the withdrawal of a student's acceptance. The College reserves the right to use a waitlist for qualified students.
Required Coursework and Semester Hours for Second-year Pharmaceutical Sciences Transfer Students
General Biology I & II 8 semester hours
General Chemistry I & II 8 semester hours
Calculus I 3 semester hours
English 6 semester hours
Liberal Arts electives 6 semester hours
Required Coursework and Semester Hours for Third-year Pharmaceutical Sciences Transfer Students
General Biology 8 semester hours
General Chemistry 8 semester hours
Organic Chemistry 8 semester hours
General Physics 8 semester hours
Calculus I & II 6 semester hours
Statistics 3 semester hours
English 6 semester hours
Directed elective 6 semester hours
Liberal Arts electives 12 semester hours
Liberal Arts electives include Art, Music, Sociology, History, Psychology, Anthropology, Foreign Language, Political Science, Economics and English. Other electives include any course that is not required in the standard curriculum list above.
Directed electives are courses selected with the help of an academic advisor that further the student's career goals. Directed electives include Cell Biology, Immunology, Microbiology, Histology, Genetics, Hematology, Clinical Microbiology, Immunohematology, Clinical Immunology, Pharmacology II, Pharmacology III, Pharmacology IV, Biopharmaceutics, Bioorganic Chemistry, Drug Discovery and Development, Advanced Immunology, Drug Design and Synthesis, Plant Biochemistry and Phytomedicinals, Clinical Chemistry, Economics of Health Care, Pharmacy Administration, Pharmacoeconomics, Independent Study and others with the approval of the Program Director.
No credit will be accepted for grades lower then "B" (B- is not acceptable) or for physical education courses. Pass/Fail credits will be granted only for first-year courses and/or liberal arts electives. ACP reserves the right to refuse the transfer of any previously earned college credits.
International Students
All international students also must supply:
Pending approval of the application, a letter of acceptance and a Declaration and Certification of Finances Form will be sent. The applicant must return this form promptly to the College with a non-refundable tuition deposit and a $100 International Student Fee. International students coming from outside the U.S. are required to pay a $100 SEVIS Fee directly to the government at www.fmjfee.com/index.jhtml.
The tuition deposit, International Student Fee, receipt of the financial statement by the College and payment of the SEVIS Fee then will allow the College to forward to the applicant the Certificate of Eligibility Form I-20A. Form I-20A is required for a visa. Accepted international applicants are not eligible for need-based federal and state financial aid.