Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biology
The Pre-Physician Assistant Program at MVNU is designed to enable you to prepare a file that is competitive for entry into physician assistant school. While in the program, you will be guided through academic, spiritual, character, and life-skill development.
Our faculty will make sure you’re informed of expectations within the program, as well as the expectations of the admissions officers within the physician assistants’ schools. A semester-by-semester approach provides you with feedback for self-assessment regarding the extent of preparation as you progress. Seminars, documentation, and one-on-one meetings provide information about the preparation necessary, the application progress, and professional competencies and expectations.
Curriculum
See what it takes to get into physician assistant school. Explore our curriculum, with courses designed to help you succeed.
Faith & learning at MVNU
As an intentionally Christian University, we integrate our faith into everything we do at MVNU. From prayer before class to exploring real-world moral and ethical dilemmas, we’ll teach you what it means to shine forth.
Travel
MVNU offers a number of fantastic travel and study afar programs designed to broaden your perspective, introduce you to new and exciting domestic and international cultures, and enhance your resume.
Student Teaching:
- Costa Rica
- China
- Central America
- South America
- Africa
- Europe
- Asia
- Australia
Service Learning:
- Belize (Tropical Biology)
- Swaziland
- Haiti
- Croatia, Austria & Hungary
- Italy
- Spain, Portugal & France
- Greater Columbus Area
- Orlando
- San Francisco
- New Orleans
- Washington, D.C.
- Guyana
- Guatemala
Scholarships
Get the Facts
$121,530
Median annual salary
+28%
Job Growth
Careers
This program is designed to provide the preparation that is needed to apply to schools that offer physician assistant programs. Students take courses that are required for entrance, as well as recommended courses. This academic preparation provides part of the necessary components. In addition, students are given instruction and guidance to complete an application profile that is competitive, including extra-curricular activities, volunteerism, clinical exposure, and undergraduate research. Finally, seminars are available for training in professionalism, the application process, interview preparation, and development of essential competencies.
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Work with patients of all ages in virtually all specialty and primary care areas, diagnosing and treating common illnesses.
MVNU alumni have been accepted into physician assistant programs at the following institutions:
- Arcadia University
- Alderson Broaddus University
- Baldwin Wallace
- Butler University
- Chatham University
- Elon University
- Gannon University
- Kettering University
- Marietta College
- Ohio Dominican University
- St. Francis University
- Thomas Jefferson University
- Trevecca Nazarene University
- University of Findlay
- University of Mount Union
- West Liberty University
Meet the Faculty
Learn from faculty members who know how to balance theory and practical application for a relevant, empowering, Christ-centered learning experience.
Hands-on learning in our labs
Check these majors out, too
Exercise Science
Help people manage their health and fitness more effectively with a degree designed around how the body works.
Chemistry (Graduate School/Industry)
Whether your goal is to pursue a doctoral degree or launch a career in the chemical industry, our program equips you with the expertise needed to excel.
Biology (Pre-Medical)
Lay the foundation you need to get into medical school and become a doctor.