Pre-Physician Assistant

Louisiana State University - Shorelight

You want to work side-by-side with a doctor to diagnose and treat illnesses, assist in surgeries, and counsel patients.Pathway to Physician Assistant SchoolSelect any major at LSUTake the necessary pre-requisite courses for your desired PA school (ex: LSU Health New Orleans, LSU Health Shreveport)Maintain a high GPA, especially in science-related coursework (3.0 minimum, 3.5 recommended)Prep for and take the GRE (recommended 153 verbal score, 144 quantitative score, and 3.5 analytical writing score)Earn a minimum of 80 hours of direct patient contact under the supervision of a licensed medical professional, preferably a physician or physician assistantEarn a bachelor's degree