Coursework
The Biology Department offers a major in
biology with a pre-Physician Assistant orientation. This program leads to
a bachelor's degree as well as satisfaction of the course requirements for
entrance into Central Michigan University's Physician Assistant program.
Note that completion of this major does not guarantee admission into CMU's
PA program. Admission to CMU's program, like all other PA programs, is
highly competitive.
CMU
prerequisites are met by courses in anatomy, physiology,
pathophysiology, chemistry, biochemistry, psychology, and biostatistics.
Typical First Semester
Schedule at CMU
Chemistry 131
(4 cr.)
Math 106 (3 cr.) or higher
English 101 (3 cr.) or SDA 101 (3 cr.)
Biology 101P (3 cr.)
Humanities Elective (3 cr.)
Recommended CMU Pre-PA Major:
Biology
A degree in Biology provides a solid foundation in basic science for
advanced study in PA school or other health professional schools.
Biology
Pre-graduate/Pre-professional Option
Freshman Curriculum for Pre-PA Biology Majors
IMPORTANT
All pre-professional students need to see their
pre-professional adviser as
early as possible. Planning a course of study with a CMU adviser is
critical since entrance requirements vary from one school to another.
Students must also make early contact with schools to which they may be
applying.
Students who intend to graduate with a
degree from CMU must complete, and have their adviser sign, a "Major
Authorization" form prior to finishing 56 credit hours.
Students who plan to transfer to a
professional school must complete and have their adviser sign an "Intent
to Declare Major" form prior to completing 56 credit hours.
Forms available at the Registrars Office or
your adviser.
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