Pharmacology and Toxicology ,BS
Biochemistry, Health, Medicine, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Science, Toxicology, Toxics, Veterinary Medicine, approved for STEM-OPT extension, prehealth, premedicine, science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)
The human body comes into contact with countless chemicals that can have both positive and negative effects. In this laboratory-focused program, you learn the molecular basis for these chemicals and how drugs can affect cells, organs and organisms.
Students in the BS degree program in pharmacology and toxicology study how foreign materials react with human bodies. To have a thorough understanding of the interactions of chemicals in the biological system, students in the program study both biology and chemistry, and they become familiar with chemical interactions at physiological, molecular and cellular levels.
This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 36 months. This OPT work authorization term may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S. Those interested in an OPT extension should review ASU degrees that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension at ASU's International Students and Scholars Center website.
The OPT extension only applies to students on an F-1 visa and does not apply to students completing the degree through ASU Online.
- College/school:
New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences
- Location: West Valley or Online , ASU Local
- Second language requirement: No
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First required math course:
MAT 210 - Brief Calculus
or MAT 251 Calculus for Life Sciences - Math intensity: Moderate
Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.
It is now possible to earn an ASU degree with ASU Local, an integrated college experience in which students take advantage of in-person success coaching and programming experiences on site while completing one of 130+ undergraduate online degree programs, all of which come with online faculty interaction and tutoring support.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Students gain valuable experience when they study abroad --- experience that enhances their resume. With more than 300 programs available, students can tailor their educational experience to their specific interests and skill sets. Pharmacology and toxicology students are able to expand their knowledge of how science impacts society in a variety of cultures.
With a heavy focus on experiential learning within the laboratory, graduates of the pharmacology and toxicology degree program are better prepared for careers in diverse areas such as government, industry, health care and business and for a number of career paths, including:
- environmental risk assessor or consultant
- laboratory researcher
- pharmacist
- physician
- physician's assistant
- toxicologist
- veterinarian
Graduates also may work at governmental agencies or at private companies in areas such as:
- Arizona Department of Environmental Quality
- city government
- clinical trials
- Environmental Protection Agency
- product safety evaluation
- regulatory affairs
- teaching
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
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8.6%
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$81,650
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4.8%
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$144,440
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4.8%
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$144,440
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9.8%
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$99,930
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3.9%
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$87,300
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4.6%
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Not available
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2.6%
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$132,750
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26.5%
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$126,010
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19.7%
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$103,260
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School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences
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3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.