Study guides are available for a 7 day checkout period from the Circulation Desk on first floor in the Main Library. Older versions are available in the Main Library stacks.
The American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) endorses the PCAT as the official preferred admission test for entrance to pharmacy college.
NOTE: Pearson is introducing a new computer-based test (CBT) version of the PCAT for the upcoming October 16, 2010, administration. Only selected candidates are able to take the CBT version of the PCAT at that time. **Beginning in July 2011, all candidates will take the test via computer.**
The PCAT is an exam
developed by PsychCorp, a brand of Pearson. The PCAT is a specialized
test that helps identify qualified applicants to pharmacy colleges. It
measures general academic ability and scientific knowledge necessary
for the commencement of pharmaceutical education. The PCAT is
constructed specifically for colleges of pharmacy. The PCAT consists of 240
multiple-choice items and two Writing topics. Candidates are given four
hours to complete the test (plus administrative time for instructions
and time for a short rest break about halfway through the test).
The Pearson Assessment and Information website (http://www.pcatweb.info) has information about test dates, test registration, practice tests, and more. Pearson also offers a series of videos that provide PCAT tips: http://www.youtube.com/PearsonFieldResearch#p/u/2/gTKzojU1ap8 .