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 process, and professional competencies and expectations.
Biology (Pre-Physician Assistant) 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
At MVNU, our Christian faith is at the core of everything we do. Whether it’s opening class with prayer, diving into Scripture, or examining real-world moral and ethical challenges, we’re committed to shaping students who live out their faith with purpose. Here, you won’t just learn — you’ll be transformed.
Travel
Our travel and study afar programs are more than just an opportunity to see the world — they’re a chance to grow in your faith while experiencing new cultures. Whether you’re serving in communities across the U.S. or learning abroad, each journey is designed to broaden your perspective, deepen your compassion, and equip you to live out your callings in a global context — all while adding valuable experience to your résumé.
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
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.
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