Undergraduate Pre-Physician Assistant Studies

About the Pre-Physician Assistant Tracks

The physician assistant (PA) studies tracks at SRU prepare students for a rewarding career in a high-demand area of health care as a PA. PAs are trained and licensed to examine patients, diagnose injuries and illnesses, and provide treatment. At SRU, we have strong undergraduate majors that will provide you with excellent preparation. SRU offers both traditional and accelerated options in which students can select an undergraduate major that matches their interests.

What Can I Do With Pre-Physician Assistant?

At SRU, we have strong undergraduate majors that will provide you with excellent preparation for PA school. SRU offers both traditional and accelerated options in which students can select an undergraduate major that matches their interests. Of the students admitted to the SRU PA program, there is no limit to the number of highly qualified applicants it will accept from SRU undergraduate programs.

Why Choose Pre-Physician Assistant?

• Pathway to an Accredited PA Program
  Our Pre-PA tracks are specifically designed to make you a competitive applicant for our Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies program, which holds Accreditation-Continued status from the ARC-PA.
• Multiple Undergraduate Pathways
  Pre-PA has tracks through diverse fields like Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Public Health, Exercise Science, and Healthcare Administration, allowing you to pursue your passion while preparing for your career.
• Dedicated Faculty and Pre-Health Advising
  Our expert faculty provide insightful instruction and mentorship. You'll also work with a dedicated pre-health adviser to guide you through your program of study
• State-of-the-Art Labs and Experiential Learning
  You will gain practical skills in our modern, well-equipped science laboratories. Our curriculum emphasizes hands-on experiences, ensuring you are prepared for the clinical demands of the PA profession.
• Accelerated 3+2 Options and Priority Admission
  Save time and money with our accelerated 3+2 pathways. As an SRU undergraduate, you receive strong consideration for admission into our highly-regarded PA program, with no limit on the number of qualified SRU students we accept.