Pre-Physician Assistant

Butler's pre-physician assistant degree prepares you to enter a physician assistant degree program. Pre-Physician Assistant (PA) is a track for students who plan to attend a PA school after their undergraduate studies. Pre-PA students at Butler take courses that prepare them for PA school. As an added benefit, our pre-physician assistant program saves you money and time. Our pre-pa degree path is for anyone pursing a PA degree.

Physician assistants are also known as PAs. They practice medicine on teams with physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare workers. As a Physician Assistant, you will work daily with patients. You will examine, diagnose and treat patients.

Estimated Tuition for Pre-Physician Assistant: $8,310**

**This includes two years of tuition and student fees based on being a Kansas Resident and taking 65 credit hours. Registration fee of $15 each semester not included. Technology Access Charge not included. Housing and meal plans not included. Fees may vary depending on specific electives.

ICYMI: Pre-Physician Assistant is Eligible for the Kansas Promise Scholarship + Butler Advantage

Kicking off 2021, students qualifying for the Kansas Promise Scholarship can now go after their degree and have their costs for tuition, fees and books paid for by the state. That’s right – tuition, fees and books at no out-of-pocket cost. This revolutionary $10 million program only gets better with the Butler Advantage – quality education respected by employers. Get the Butler Advantage! Visit our Kansas Promise Act webpage to review scholarship qualifications, learn about the application process, and check out other eligible programs. Pre-Physician Assistant is currently under review for inclusion in this new opportunity.

Ready to practice medicine as a Physician Assistant?

Are you wondering how to become a PA? Or how to set yourself up for success at a physician assistant school? You have found the right place. Butler's pre-physician assistant degree program prepares you for PA school. Our pre-PA program has proven training and coursework for your success.

Our industry connections can help find volunteer opportunities. That's important so you can gain practical experience in medicine. You'll also have ample opportunities to get involved with student organizations at Butler. These extra-curricular activities will prove invaluable for your application to PA school.

Our faculty has a proven track record of producing confident students who go on to great PA schools. You'll be ready to take the next step towards a PA degree.

Butler's Pre-Physician Assistant Program: Preparing You for Your Future as a PA

If you're interested in becoming a PA, you know the value of helping others. Our faculty share that same drive: your ongoing success is our priority. You will learn how to prescribe medicines, fix broken bones, give stitches, and so much more.

As a trusted medical professional, your skills will be in demand in a variety of settings. From rural clinics to the biggest cities, PAs are vital primary care providers. They can function in many settings including:

• clinics
• hospitals
• emergency departments
• armed services
• federal and state agencies

PAs can also make house calls. Or work within hospitals & long term care facilities in tandem with physicians. There are many opportunities for a qualified PA. That's because PAs are in demand. According to U.S. News & World Report (2013), physician assistant is one of the Top 15 Best Jobs in America. Joining this growing field is a rewarding path.