Program Overview
Pre-Physician Assistant Program
Program Overview
The Pre-Physician Assistant program is a pre-professional program that prepares students to become physician assistants. Physician assistants practice medicine on healthcare teams under the supervision of a physician, working in primary care settings to diagnose, treat, and prescribe medicine to patients.
Why Study Pre-Physician Assistant?
The Pre-Physician Assistant program is designed for students who intend to pursue a career as a physician assistant. As a certified medical generalist, physician assistants work directly with patients in primary care settings. This program is a statement of intent on the student's part, not an academic major.
Program Details
- Campus Locations: Catonsville
- Department: Undergraduate Academic Affairs
- College: Office of Academic and Pre-Professional Advising
Career Options
Studying Pre-Physician Assistant provides students with the foundation to pursue a career as a physician assistant, a growing field within healthcare.
Tuition, Scholarships, and Financial Aid
UMBC offers a range of financial aid options, including grants, scholarships, work-study, and loans to help students manage the cost of their education. The university provides institutional and departmental scholarships, as well as opportunities from external partners.
Application Process
- Complete the Common App
- Request Supporting Documents (official transcript, international transcript if applicable, standardized test scores, and letters of recommendation)
- Complete additional requirements for Scholars Programs and Visual and Performing Arts Majors (if applicable)
Application Deadlines
Application deadlines vary; students should check the Common App for specific deadlines.
Program Requirements
Pre-Physician Assistant students pursue a course of study to fulfill requirements for entry into a PA school. They complete a bachelor's degree at UMBC while taking preparation coursework to fulfill requirements for further study at a PA school at another institution.