Psychology: Pre-Physician Assistant

Why Choose Psychology: Pre-Physician Assistant?

As a psychology student, you will become skilled in understanding human behavior and functioning. You will learn the science of behavior change as a basis for promoting well-being and addressing the psychological and physical health goals of future patients.

What are your options?

Psychology Pre-Physician Assistant SRU 3+2:
Earn a Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies in five years rather than six. In the first three years, you complete your psychology major courses and pre-requisites for the SRU PA program. At the end of your second year, you apply for admission into the SRU PA program. If accepted, your first year in the SRU PA program meets the remaining requirements for your undergraduate degree. If not accepted, you continue to complete your undergraduate degree and can reapply to the program. The accelerated option is for incoming freshmen only.  

Psychology Pre-Physician Assistant (SRU Traditional):
Complete the requirements for your psychology - neuroscience major and the pre-requisites for the SRU PA program and apply to the SRU PA program in your senior year.

Career as a Physician Assistant

Upon completion of the psychology undergraduate program and the Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies program, you will be well prepared to embark on your career as a Physician Assistant, a booming profession with increasing demand.

Earn your degrees in Psychology and Physician Assistant Studies at SRU!

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