Transfer Plans
For additional information and possible next steps, please refer to the following information:
- If you are considering transferring to GVSU, please visit our Transfer Admissions resource page for all the information you need to get started.
- For information on how your courses transfer to GVSU, please review the Course Equivalencies online.
- If you decide to transfer to GVSU prior to completing your Associates Degree, you should consider taking advantage of the reverse transfer agreement we have with all Michigan community colleges.
- Our online catalog provides a wealth of information on GVSU's academic programs, policies and procedures, course descriptions, etc.
- Each college at GVSU has an academic advising center that serves specific majors in that college. If you have specific questions about program requirements, you could contact the advising center to seek additional information.
- Each academic department at GVSU provides additional information about specific programs of study and links to important resources. You may access a comprehensive list here.
- Our Career Center provides comprehensive support and resources for all students at GVSU. It is recommended that you connect with the counselors there as soon as you transition to GVSU.
- The Career Guides by Major allow students to investigate possible career or graduate/professional school opportunities based on specific programs of study.
Transfer plans are meant to provide you with a suggested outline of courses for your respective academic interest. They are simply a guide while you attend community college. If you have any questions regarding the content of this transfer plan, or if you are a staff or faculty member at one of the colleges listed in this guide and see a needed edit or change, please contact the GVSU Admissions & Recruitment Office by phone at 616-331-2025 or by email at [email protected].
Northwestern Michigan College
Program Guide for Pre-Pharmacy
First Year, First Semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENG 111 | 3 |
| MTH 141 | 5 |
| CHM 150 + 150L + 150R | 5 |
| BIO 115 + 115L | 4 |
| Total | 17 |
First Year, Second Semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENG 112 | 3 |
| PSY 101 | 3 |
| BIO 116 + 116L | 4 |
| CHM 151 + 151L + 151R | 5 |
| Total | 15 |
Second Year, First Semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Social Science elective | 3 |
| BIO 208 + 208L | 4 |
| Humanities elective | 3 |
| CHM 250 + 250L | 5 |
| Total | 15 |
Second Year, Second Semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Humanities elective | 3 |
| CHM 251 + 251L | 5 |
| Global Perspective elective | 3 |
| U.S. Diversity elective | 3 |
| Total | 14 |
NOTES:
- This guide assumes students are ready to begin in MTH 141.
- This guide fulfills the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA). Humanities electives must be selected from different disciplines. Social science elective must be a non-PSY course. Please check with your community college advisor for additional associate degree requirements. GVSU will still honor the MACRAO agreement.
- If time permits, students can take PHY 121 + 121L and PHY 122 + 122L or PHY 221 + 221L + 221R and PHY 222 + 222L + 222R. However, at least 58 credits must be taken at a senior institution.
- Global Perspective electives: Please check the general education guide for a list of approved courses.
- U.S. Diversity electives: Please check the general education guide for a list of approved courses.