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Is Biochemistry or chemistry a better choice for pre-pharmacy?

I'm thinking of going into pre-pharmacy, and am wondering about best degree choice. #management #leadership

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Sharla’s Answer

When I first entered college, my major was Chemistry for pre-pharmacy program. I ended up just sticking with chemistry and eventually completely changed paths and ended up in business. I did not consider biochemistry much at the time, but from what I know now, I think Chemistry still provides as solid a background. It also likely opens more career options should your pharmacy plans change, or look to do more. Ultimately, it is a personal decision for how you want to prepare for your program. Look at the curriculum and see what matches best with the programs that you're looking to be accepted. I believe that Chemistry has more biology and mathematics than Biochemistry has chemistry and mathematics. Good luck!
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Dinah’s Answer

Usually students major in Biology because it seems much easier than Chemistry, but many pharmacy students really enjoy seeing students that majored in Chemistry. Stick to majoring in Chemistry because you will see it over and over again in most of the pharmacy courses that you will be taking. Biology is rarely mentioned in Pharmacy school, so Biochemistry is not needed. It also depends on what you enjoy, but sometimes it is better majoring in something that will prepare for professional schooling. Best of luck to you!
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Rupam’s Answer

If you think you may want employment with just your BS but still want the pharmacy school option, i recommend chemical engineering.

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