Accelerated Pathways to PC
The Accelerated Pathways to the Presbyterian College Professional Health Degrees program is a strategic partnership designed to reduce total student tuition burden and matriculate the most talented Clemson students. There are several pathways students can pursue.
This strategic partnership is designed to reduce total student tuition burden and to accept the most talented Clemson students. Presbyterian College was founded in 1880 in Clinton, South Carolina. PC values a liberal arts education, seeking to develop mental, physical, moral and spiritual capacities within each student. PC is transformative, offering a rigorous education with a built-in support network of faculty, staff and alumni. Together, PC works as a community, inspiring students to learn and value service along the way. PC graduates are adventurous and successful; competitive and compassionate.
Accelerated Pathways Programs
Pharmacy
3 years at Clemson + 4 years at PC
The PC pharmacy four-year doctoral program curriculum blends classroom, laboratory and experiential learning throughout the academic year to provide opportunities for skill acquisition and demonstration. The integration of foundational sciences and pharmacotherapy along with the inclusion of interprofessional collaboration develops student pharmacists into practice-ready graduates.
Students benefit from:
- Top-notch technology and pharmaceutical resources.
- Award-winning faculty and experienced pharmacy practitioners.
- A robust alumni network.
Occupational Therapy
3 years at Clemson + 3 years at PC
The PC occupational therapy three-year doctorate program trains students to restore and enhance everyday occupations for patients who have experienced injury, disease or illness. In the hands-on OTD program, students engage in a comprehensive mix of classroom learning, lab work, clinical experience and service-based community involvement.
- Comprehensive 33-month, eight-semester program with a low student-faculty ratio.
- State-of-the-art facilities, including a building dedicated to OTD teaching and learning; lab resources, environmental simulation center and future community clinic.
- Faculty expertise in clinical practice areas and research.
Physician Assistant
4 years at Clemson + 2 years at PC
Physician assistants perform many of the same duties as an M.D. — diagnose illnesses, prescribe medications, assist in surgery — but with less school time. Physician assistants serve in almost every area of medicine, and our PA program at PC prepares students to start making an impact immediately. Find out more about the PC physician assistant studies two-year graduate program.
- Guaranteed interview.
- A comprehensive mix of classroom learning, lab work, clinical experience and community involvement.
- Cutting-edge equipment and lab space.
- A low student-to-faculty ratio provides personalized attention.
