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Prepare for a graduate Physician Assistant Studies Program with Indiana State University’s Pre-Physician Assistant Program.

Why Complete the Pre-Physician Assistant Program at Indiana State?

If your educational and career goals include applying to a graduate school for Physician Assistant Studies, then Indiana State’s Pre-Physician Assistant pre-professional study track is a great first step. 

Begin Your Professional Journey

You will be assigned a preprofessional advisor, who will help you develop a strategy for completing prerequisites, identifying an appropriate departmental major, and navigating the application process for graduate school.

During your second or third semester of study, you will select a major field of study (degree program). A faculty advisor is then assigned to help you develop a plan to meet Indiana State University’s degree requirements for that major.

Important: You are encouraged to contact the department chair (Dr. John Pommier, 812-237-4065, John.Pommier@169577.com) for clarification about this pre-professional program.

What You’ll Learn in the Pre-Physician Assistant Program

Transfer Credit

Indiana State University accepts credit from regionally accredited colleges and universities within the United States, and from selected schools located outside the United States. Credit also may be granted for military training and experience. Previously earned college credit can be applied toward completion of the program per Indiana State's transfer guidelines.

Transfer Guidelines

Career Possibilities for Physician Assistants

For information on careers, visit American Academy of PAs (AAPA).

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, overall employment for physician assistants is projected to grow 28 percent from 2021 to 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations.

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