Pharmaceutical Science
Bachelor of Science
High Medical School Acceptance Rate
Xavier students have an 86% acceptance rate to medical schools (5-year average, Class of 2022), compared to 40 percent nationally.
Top Employers for Chemistry Graduates
AstraZeneca, Cincinnati Children's Hospital, Gravity Diagnostics and SafeWay Pharmacy
Pharmacology (BIOL 310)
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the study of drugs, covering pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, mechanisms of action and real-world challenges in drug discovery and approval, essential for understanding the interdisciplinary field of pharmacology in biomedical science and industry.
Microbiology (BIOL 200)
This course is a foundational exploration of clinically significant microorganisms, their functions, control mechanisms, impact on disease and interactions with host immune responses.
Medicinal Chemistry (CHEM 435)
This course explores the scientific and economic aspects of medicinal chemistry, covering the discovery, structure-activity relationships, synthesis, and mechanisms of action of various drug classes. Students explore the intricate processes involved in understanding and developing pharmaceutical compounds, examining their effectiveness and economic implications in the realm of medicine.
Alchemyst Club
The Alchemyst Club is a vibrant community for students interested in chemistry and related fields. Members engage in a variety of activities, including academic support, community outreach, professional development and social events. The club also offers opportunities for students to conduct research and present their findings at conferences. Membership is open to all students interested in chemistry, regardless of their major.
Alpha Epsilon Delta (Pre-Med Honor Society)
Alpha Epsilon Delta (AED) is a national pre-health honors organization for juniors and seniors. Their main focus is service to the Cincinnati community, with opportunities to serve at places like the Ronald McDonald House and Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
Minorities in STEM Succeeding Together
Become part of a supportive community dedicated to empowering minority STEM majors. Discover a space where you can thrive, connect with peers and build confidence in your identity while pursuing excellence in STEM.
Pre-Med Student Association
The Pre-Med Student Association is a club for students interested in pursuing a career in the health professions. They offer bimonthly events such as hosting medical school representatives and physicians, providing information about future careers, and collaborating with upperclassmen on the pre-med track.
Program Features
Explore pharmaceutical science topics that interest you most with our undergraduate research program. Gain hands-on experience, develop research skills and work alongside expert faculty.
The Xavier Mentor Program connects you with working professionals in the pharmaceutical industry, including pharmacists, drug researchers and developers, ensuring your success beyond a degree.
Beyond the science, you’ll explore the ethical considerations necessary to advance drug discovery, development and delivery in a responsible and beneficial manner.
From MedPace to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, you'll have access to internships, mentorships and career opportunities in the nation’s premiere hospitals and research facilities, located right here in Cincinnati.
These four chemistry graduates are making big impacts in science, business and education. Read more about their journeys to success.
Are you a rising 9th-12th grader with a passion for science, technology, engineering or math? Join STEAM@XU for a week-long immersive research experience on the Xavier University campus.
Pharmaceutical Science Program at Xavier University
Xavier University’s College of Arts and Sciences challenges students to develop an integrated understanding of humanity, the world, and God by pursuing the questions raised in Xavier's core and departmental curricula. The College of Arts and Sciences is the oldest and largest college at Xavier University. The college provides an excellent liberal arts education in the Jesuit tradition that prepares students for careers, professional or graduate school, and life in a global society.
Xavier University is a private university located in Cincinnati, Ohio, providing a liberal arts education in the Jesuit Catholic tradition. Founded in 1831, the University is the sixth-oldest Catholic university in the nation. It has been ranked among the top 10 master's-level universities in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report for the past two decades. The Princeton Review names it one of the "Best 385 Colleges in America."