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Bachelor of Science in Biology with Concentration in Pre-Physician Assistant

Southeast Missouri State University

USA,Missouri

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 17,147/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 60

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, Missouri

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1873

Total Students: 10,089 +

Int. Students: 1,153 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1 University Plaza, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Science in Biology with Concentration in Pre-Physician Assistant

Program Overview

Pursue your path to medicine: you’ll do that here.

The biology pre-physician assistant program is for students preparing to apply for admission into a physician assistant program. The field is one of the fastest-growing in the country due to a shortage of primary care physicians as well as economic pressures on healthcare costs.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

28 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Closed
jan 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 60

Tuition Fee

CAD 17,147 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Southeast Missouri State University

CAD 8,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 5.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 61
SAT
- Minimum Overall Score - 1,100.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 45.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 95.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 61.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
International Academic Excellence Award International Achievement Award (IAA) – Transfer Students International Student Scholarship – Freshmen International Student Scholarship – Transfer International Student Scholarship – Graduate	International Academic Excellence Award Criteria: Beginning freshmen with a 3.75 high school GPA, plus meeting English proficiency or standardized test score requirements (or academic qualifications from exempt countries). Deadline: June 1 (Fall) / November 1 (Spring). International Achievement Award (IAA) – Transfer Students Criteria: Transfer students with a 3.0 GPA and 24+ transferable credit hours. Deadline: No deadline. International Student Scholarship – Freshmen Criteria: Beginning freshmen with a 2.5 GPA. Deadline: No deadline. International Student Scholarship – Transfer Criteria: Transfer students with a 2.5 GPA. Deadline: No deadline. International Student Scholarship – Graduate Criteria: Graduate students with a 3.0 GPA. Deadline: No deadline. LINK: https://semo.edu/student-support/financial-services/financial-aid/international-scholarships.html	International Academic Excellence Award Amount: $8,000 per year ($4,000 fall + $4,000 spring). International Achievement Award (IAA) – Transfer Students Amount: Approx. $7,260 (tuition offset based on 15 credit hours/semester). International Student Scholarship – Freshmen Amount: $2,000. International Student Scholarship – Transfer Amount: $2,000. International Student Scholarship – Graduate Amount: $1,000.

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.