Pre-Health Dual-Degree Programs
Washington College has dual-degree partnerships with University of Maryland in nursing
or pharmacy. These programs allow you to enjoy the benefits of a liberal arts experience
while fulfilling the prerequisites for entrance into University of Maryland. Learn
more about each of our dual-degree programs below.
University of Maryland School of Nursing
Students majoring in biology or psychology can participate in the 3-2 dual-degree program with University of Maryland School of Nursing. You must major in biology or psychology to be eligible. Students participating in the dual-degree program spend three years at Washington College then two more years at the University of Maryland School of Nursing. Students earn their bachelor's degree from Washington, then earn a bachelor of science in nursing degree (BSN) from University of Maryland School of Nursing. See the requirements to be completed at Washington College for this program.
University of Maryland School of Pharmacy
Washington College and the University of Maryland offer a 3-4 pharmacy program through which students can earn a bachelor of science degree from Washington College and a doctor of pharmacy degree (Pharm. D.) from the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy (UMSOP). A Pharm. D. is the current standard for today's pharmacists. This dual degree program requires a minimum of seven years of study: The first three years are spent at Washington College, completing the Washington College general education requirements and the prerequisites for entrance into the UMSOP. After the third year at Washington College, four years of additional study are required at the School of Pharmacy.
Consideration of the prerequisite courses for entrance into the UMSOP leads to the recommendation that students major in biology. Students in this program will receive their B.S. degree from Washington College after successful completion of the first year of courses in the Pharm. D. program.