Pre-Pharmacy
Associate in Science (Transfer)
As a pharmacist, you will do more than dispense medicine. You’ll help people use prescription medication safely and for maximum benefit. ICC can prepare you for this growing career with classes taught by expert instructors and tuition that won’t break the bank. After graduation, you can continue your education with confidence.
100%
of instructors are teaching focused
Learn the foundational principles of biology and chemistry from expert instructors. Build the practical skills needed for success in the lab, gain experience conducting research, writing scientific papers, and working in teams. After graduation, you can competitively transfer to a four-year college or university in a variety of pre-professional fields and continue into a school or pharmacy.
Admissions Office
Our state-of-the-art health teaching facilities mean you’ll have the best preparation for your advanced education.
Network with fellow students from across ICC’s health programs in the Pre-Health Club.
Pharmacist, Pharmaceutical Researcher, Pharmacologist, Clinical Researcher, Lab Technician, Pharmaceutical Sales Rep
COMPLETION TIME
21 Months
If full time
5 semesters if full-time
15-16 credits per semester
What if I attend part-time?
You’ll have the best experience in our STEM programs if you complete your degree as a full-time student.
ESTIMATED COST
$9,920
+ supplies & fees
Based on 2023-24
What financial assistance can I receive?
Our STEM programs qualify for financial aid. That might include scholarships, grants and loans. Learn more about financial assistance at ICC.
AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
30-40
Students per class
Small class sizes mean more individual attention and a higher rate of success.
Will I be ready to transfer?
View the College Catalog to see a complete list of classes for this program.
Meet Our Students and Alumni
Students get quality instruction and one on one time with faculty because our program allows them to focus only on teaching.
Ganesh Lakshminarayan, Professor, Chemistry
How Do I Get Into the Pre-Pharmacy Program?
Through our pre-health programs, you’ll gain a robust understanding of the foundational principles of biology, skills in operating successfully in the biology laboratory, and experiences with conducting biological research, writing scientific manuscripts, and working with teams.
- Complete our quick admissions application. It’s free and easy!
- Apply for financial aid (FAFSA).
- Apply for ICC Scholarships. Just 1 application for over 700 scholarships.
How Am I Going to Manage This?
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What if I am working while going to school?
We have you covered. Many of our students are working adults who balance life and school. We have great resources on campus to help keep you going!
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What are my options for funding my education?
Do this first: fill out and file your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Even if you don’t want federal aid, this document is used by many scholarship and grant programs to evaluate aid packages.
Look for scholarships and grants first because usually they don’t have to be paid back. The ICC Foundation sponsors some scholarships, and grants may be available from Illinois or federal programs. Other organizations also offer scholarships, and we can help you research those opportunities.
Federally guaranteed student loans can be a smart way to fund college. Think about your transfer plans and what your career looks like. Some sources recommend that you cap your borrowing at the level of what you (realistically!) can expect to earn at your first job after college. So, research careers and pay, too.
Of course, savings, jobs, and work-study are key parts of your budget. Your employer may offer tuition reimbursement. Find the tools to make a complete plan for paying for school.