Pre-Physician Assistant

  • Program
    Pre-professional

Why study Pre-Physician Assistant at Gustavus?

As a physician assistant, you help provide patient care and support health and wellness of your communities. Rigorous undergraduate coursework provides 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. 

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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

Course Examples

Here are some courses you could take

Studying Pre-Physician Assistant at Gustavus, 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
 
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What Career Paths are Common After Pursuing Pre-Physician Assistant at Gustavus?

What Career Paths are Common After Pursuing Pre-Physician Assistant at Gustavus?

A degree from Gustavus 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—Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer from the U.S. Census Bureau

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After Gustavus

After Gustavus

Gusties who pursue Pre-Physician Assistant are prepared for a variety of different jobs and graduate programs. 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
Students at graduation
11:1
student to faculty ratio
72
majors
100%
of courses taught by faculty members
15
pre-professional programs in a wide variety of disciplines
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