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Pre-Physician Assistant Pathway

Prepare for physician assistant school and a career delivering patient care across every medical setting. Plan your prerequisites, build a competitive GPA and gain the patient contact hours that PA programs expect.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Science
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
120 Total, 77 in Major
Careers
Assistants, Postsecondary
Pre-Physician Assistant Pathway students at EIU

Why Study Pre-Physician Assistant Pathway at EIU?

  • Learn through hands-on, project-based coursework
  • Work closely with faculty in small class settings
  • Prepare for a wide range of careers across almost every industry
"My experience at EIU could not have been better. While in the classroom, I got to learn from amazing, engaging faculty who helped build my skills and confidence, and outside of the classroom, I got to be part of an amazing community and make lifelong memories."
Joshua Northam
Pre-Physician Assistant Pathway | Class of 2026
Joshua Northam, Pre-Physician Assistant Pathway at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Project-based coursework
  • Collaborative learning experiences
  • Opportunities for internships and applied work
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Hands-On Experience, Pre-Physician Assistant Pathway students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The Pre-Physician Assistant Pathway prepares you for a master's-level physician assistant (PA) program and a career diagnosing illness, developing treatment plans and often serving as a patient's principal health care provider. It is a fit if you are caring, communicate well, solve problems and want to work in any medical setting or specialty.

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$49,556
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Physician Assistants
  • Health Specialties Teachers,…
  • Anesthesiologist Assistants

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Grow Rapidly
Preparation Needed Extensive (5/5)
Personality Fit Social

Connect With Us

Sam Laingen
University Pre-Health Professions Advisor
mclaingen@eiu.edu
2070 Life Sciences
217-581-6235
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Elliott Zieman
Chair and Associate Professor
eazieman@eiu.edu
2070
217-581-1976
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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