by our College Data Analytics TeamPre-Physician Assistant was the 1,060 most popular major in the 2020-2021 school year. Colleges in the United States reported awarding 76 degrees in this year alone. This represents a 43.4% increase in pre-physician assistant degrees awarded over the prior year's total of 43.
This year's Best Pre-Physician Assistant Schools ranking compares 3 of them to identify the best overall programs in the country. Continue reading to check out one of our many unbiased rankings of pre-physician assistant programs later in this article.
A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required for most pre-physician assistant degree programs and many students will need a minimum GPA and SAT/ACT score depending on the school. In addition to these basic pre-physician assistant program qualifications, to serve in some pre-physician assistant careers, special certification may be required outside of your degree.
There are various different levels of pre-physician assistant degrees. You can get anything from a in pre-physician assistant to the highest pre-physician assistant degree, a . The time it takes to complete a pre-physician assistant degree varies depending on the program.
| Degree | Credit Requirements | Typical Program Length |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Degree | 60-70 credits | 2 years |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 120 credits | 4 years |
| Master’s Degree | 50-70 credits | 1-3 years |
| Doctorate | Program required coursework including thesis or dissertation | At least 4 years |
As you might expect, salaries for pre-physician assistant graduates vary depending on the level of education that was acquired.
Pre-Physician Assistant is one of 10 different types of Health/Medical Prep Programs programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Other Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | 4,010 |
| Pre-Nursing Studies | 2,489 |
| Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies | 2,010 |
| Pre-Physical Therapy Studies | 257 |
| Pre-Pharmacy Studies | 167 |
