Oregon State U - EA Program

College Search & Selection
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<p>I e-mailed OSU a few weeks ago asking about their Early Action Program for entering PharmD students.</p>

<p>They have a direct-entry program wherein you can apply straight out of high school for their Pharmacy program and be guaranteed a seat in the pharmacy school as long as you keep your grades up and you complete the prerequisites in a timely manner.</p>

<p>The catch is that you have to attend once admitted to the program. I'm not sure if you can get out of it. Is there a way to get out of this binding agreement if not enough aid is offered? </p>

<p>I really liked OSU because it was still in the West Coast (I live in Las Vegas, NV) and it had a direct-entry program. But unlike other direct-entry pharmacy schools, their program takes 7 years, instead of the usual 6.</p>

<p>Should I apply for their program even if it means not getting a chance into other direct-entry pharmacy schools (all the others are in the east coast).</p>

<p>Is it worth it?</p>

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<p>Sounds like you need to do a bit more investigating. If you're getting no clear answer from the school, try looking up the Pharmacists association in Multahnoma County (Portland area). I'd bet many of the members are OSU graduates and would be willing to talk to you about their dear old alma mater.</p>