Are you a motivated high school student eager to become a Physician Assistant to begin your journey as a transformative healthcare professional? Apply to LTU’s new accelerated program and earn your Bachelor of Science in Biology AND your Master of Physician Assistant Studies in 5 years!

An undergraduate degree in biology provides a strong foundation for students aspiring to pursue Physician Assistant (PA) studies, equipping students with essential knowledge and skills needed in the medical field. Biology majors delve deeply into subjects such as human anatomy, physiology, microbiology, and genetics, all of which are critical for understanding the complexities of human health and disease.

Competitive applications will meet the following criteria:

• Current high school senior
• 3.75 cumulative high school GPA
• 3.5 science and math high school GPA
• Two letters of recommendation (at least one from a teacher or guidance counselor)
• Personal statement addressing the following questions:
  • Why are you interested in becoming a physician assistant?
  • What achievements and personal attributes make you a good fit for LTU’s accelerated five-year 3+2 Bachelor of Science in Biology + Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies program?

Please note that in the 3rd year of this 5-year program, admitted students must formally apply to the PA program through the Centralized Application Service for Physician Assistants (CASPA) and meet all other LTU PA program admission requirements {include embedded link} to formally begin the PA program in their 4th year. Support will be provided to all students admitted to this accelerated program to help them obtain the required shadowing and patient care experience hours.