Pre-Physicians Assistant
Though SUU does not host a pre-physicians assistant major, we offer
the support and guidance to ensure students interested in becoming
physicians assistants (PA) are well-positioned for acceptance into PA
school. SUU students majoring in biology and chemistry have gained
admission to top PA schools by completing the required pre-physicians
assistant pre-requisites while pursuing their undergraduate degree.
College of Science academic advisors and faculty advisors work closely
with our pre-physicians assistant students to chart the ideal academic
program for their success.
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
Name: Bert Wadsworth
Graduated: Class of 2006
Biology/Zoology
Current job: Enrolled at Touro University Nevada in
Master’s of Physician’s Assistant Program
“I had the time of my life at SUU!”
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POINTS of DISTINCTION
- Students graduating from SUU’s College of Science enjoy high placement rates in physicians assistant programs. In fact, in 2009, 5 of our 6 students who applied to PA school were accepted (83%).
- We work closely with the Rural Health Scholars program on our campus, providing resume-building activities to ensure our graduates are competitive in the physicians assistant school admissions process.
POSSIBLE CAREERS
Professional careers in physicians assisting
AVAILABLE RESOURCES
Pre-physicians assistant advising is done by academic advisors, faculty members and the Rural Health Scholars program, providing each student with a personalized plan for academic and professional success.
STUDENT INVOLVEMENT
- Opportunities for job shadowing, service learning and leadership training through the Rural Health Scholars program.
CONTACT INFORMATION
- Department Name: Biology
- Department Contact: Ron Martin
- Website: http://www.suu.edu/academics/prehealth.html
- Email Address: martin@suu.edu
- Department Phone: 435-586-7931
- Department Fax: 435-865-8605