Pre-Physician Assistant

Program
Pre-professional

Why study Pre-Physician Assistant at �鶹��Ƶ?

As a physician assistant, you help provide patient care and support health and wellness of your communities. Rigorous undergraduate coursework provide a strong science foundation and critical thinking skills. Strategic advising, hands-on opportunities, and a nurturing peer environment help you prepare for success in graduate school and your career.

Program Overview

What should I major in if I am considering Pre-Physician Assistant? Popular majors include:

The Pre-Physician Assistant program is supported by the Office of Health Professions.

Course Examples

Here's some courses you could take

Studying Pre-Physician Assistant at �鶹��Ƶ, you are able to choose your major and courses based on your interest and career goals. Here are examples of common classes taken by a Pre-Physician Assistant student.

HES-212 Lifespan Development
CHE-255 Biochemistry
HES-214 Medical Terminology
PSY-241 Abnormal Psychology

What career paths are common after pursuing Pre-Physician Assistant at �鶹��Ƶ?

A degree from �鶹��Ƶ provides you with the foundation you need to specialize in certain areas after completing graduate school. Here are examples of what Gustie alumni pursue:

Primary Care
Emergency Surgery
Pediatrics
Psychiatry

$82,840 Average salary 5 years post graduation
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After �鶹��Ƶ

Gusties who pursue Pre-Physician Assistant are prepared for a variety of different jobs and graduate programs at some of the best programs in the country. Here’s where some of our recent grads have landed in school and where they work afterwards:

University of Iowa
Oregon Health and Science University
Chapman University
University of Colorado

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