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Office of AdmissionPhysician Assistant Program3200 Grand AvenueDes Moines, IA 50312

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Des Moines University PA Program Mission Statement

To develop highly competent and compassionate physician assistants who are committed to patient-centered care.

PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation
Campus Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Degrees Offered: Masters
Class Start Month: June
Class Duration: 26 months
Class Capacity: 65 students
Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement
Seat Deposit: $500
International Students: Not Accepted
TOEFL: Not Required

TUITION

Resident tuition: $110,000
Nonresident tuition: $110,000

PANCE PASS RATE

First-time PANCE pass rate: 96%
Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 98%

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Caspa Participant: Yes
Application Deadline: March
Supplemental Application: Not Required
CASPA Deadline Type: Submit

GPA

Overall GPA: 2.80
Science GPA: No Minimum
Prereq GPA: No Minimum
Average Applicant GPA Accepted:
- Overall: 3.66
- Science: 3.6
Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of C required for all prerequisites
Prerequisite completion: No Requirement

EXPERIENCE

Healthcare Experience Hours: 750 Hours

SHADOWING

PA Shadowing Required

EVALUATIONS

Two recommendation letters required (view program website for evaluator requirements)

GRE

See Program Website

CASPer

CASPer Not Required
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PA-CAT

PA-CAT Not Required
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Utah Valley University Physician Assistant Program

Utah Valley University PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the Physician Assistant Program at Utah Valley University is to graduate academically and clinically prepared compassionate providers who strengthen our regional healthcare workforce through exceptional patient care. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: Orem, Utah Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: January Class Duration: 28 months Class Capacity: 30 students Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $1,000 International Students: Not Accepted TOEFL: Not Required TUITION Resident tuition: $79,520 Nonresident tuition: $95,520 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 96% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: See Program Website APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: July Supplemental Application: Required CASPA Deadline Type: Completed Fee: $50 GPA Overall GPA: 2.8 Science GPA: 2.8 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of C required for all prerequisites Prerequisite completion: must be completed within 7 year(s) EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: Required SHADOWING PA Shadowing Recommended EVALUATIONS Three recommendation letters required (view program website for evaluator requirements) GRE See Program Website CASPer CASPer Not Required For more information on CASPer click here PA-CAT PA-CAT Not Required For more information on PA-CAT click […]

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Thiel College Physician Assistant Program

Thiel College PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the Thiel College Master of Science in Physician Assistant program is to empower individuals to reach their full potential by creating a collaborative and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes service to society and promotes ethical leadership. The faculty and staff are passionate about encouraging our students to succeed and creating a supportive atmosphere to prepare students for careers and lives of meaning and purpose. Physician assistant graduates will gain the disciplinary knowledge of practice and clinical preparation, interpersonal communication skills and dispositions to provide excellent person-centered care with an emphasis on professional accountability, leadership and service to the community. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Probationary Accreditation Campus Location: Greenville, Pennsylvania Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: June Class Duration: 27 months Class Capacity: 40 students Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $500 International Students: Accepted TOEFL: Not Required TUITION Resident tuition: $118,368 Nonresident tuition: $118,368 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: % Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: % APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: March Supplemental Application: Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified Fee: Nil […]

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University of Evansville Physician Assistant Program

Small class sizes. Campus Location: San Rafael, CA, with many clinical placement sites

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Cedarville University PA Program

Cedarville University University PA Program Mission Statement California Baptist University believes each person has been created for a purpose. CBU helps students understand and engage this purpose by providing a Christ-centered educational experience that integrates academics with spiritual and social development opportunities. Graduates are challenged to become individuals whose skills, integrity and sense of purpose glorify God and distinguish them in the workplace and in the world. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: Cedarville, Ohio Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: May Class Duration: 24 months Class Capacity: 30 students Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $500 International Students: Not Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $84,920 Nonresident tuition: $84,920 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: See Program Websit Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: See Program Websit APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: March Supplemental Application: Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified Fee: See Program Website GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: No Minimum Prereq GPA : 2.70 Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: 3.71 Science: See Program Website Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of B- required for all prerequisites Prerequisite completion: must be completed […]

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University of Pittsburgh – Hybrid Program Physician Assistant Program

University of Pittsburgh – Hybrid Program PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the Physician Assistant Studies Hybrid Program is to develop highly qualified Physician Assistants who will serve as collaborative leaders in patient care, professional service and advocacy for all populations. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: January Class Duration: 24 months Class Capacity: 60 students Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $1,000 International Students: Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $98,838 Nonresident tuition: $117,199 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 77% Five-year first-time PANCE pass rate: 89% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: October Supplemental Application: Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: 3.0 Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: 3.61 Science: 3.6 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of C required for all prerequisites Prerequisite completion: must be completed by August 31st EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: 500 Hours SHADOWING PA Shadowing Recommended No Specified Hours EVALUATIONS Three recommendation letters required (view program website for evaluator requirements) GRE GRE Not Required CASPer CASPer Not Required For more information on CASPer […]

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Oklahoma State University PA Program Mission Statement The Physician Assistant Program at the Center for Health Sciences recruits, educates, and mentors a diverse group of students to increase competent and compassionate health care emphasizing increased access in rural and underserved Oklahoma PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: June Class Duration: 28 months Class Capacity: 26 students Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $150 International Students: Accepted TOEFL: Not Required TUITION Resident tuition: $41,928 Nonresident tuition: $81,928 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 95% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 95% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: October Supplemental Application: Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Completed GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: 3.0 Prereq GPA: 3.0 Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: 3.76 Science: 3.72 Prerequisite: 3.74 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of B- required for all prerequisites Prerequisite completion: No Requirement EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: Recommended SHADOWING PA Shadowing Recommended No Specified Hours EVALUATIONS Three recommendation letters required (view program website for evaluator requirements) GRE See Program Website CASPer CASPer Not Required For more information on CASPer […]

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Hawai’i Pacific University Physician Assistant Program

Hawai’i Pacific University PA Program Mission Statement Educate the next generation of physician assistants by engaging students who are dedicated to advancing health equity and delivering an innovative educational model that reduces barriers for PA learners. We are committed to preparing students to deliver high quality patient-centered care to the Hawaiian island communities and medically underserved populations across the nation. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: January Class Duration: 24 months Class Capacity: See Program Website Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $800 International Students: Accepted TOEFL: See Program Website TUITION Resident tuition: $115,392 Nonresident tuition: $115,392 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: See Program Website Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: See Program Website APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: August Supplemental Application: Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Completed GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: 3.0 Prereq GPA: No Minimum Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: See Program Website Science: See Program Website Prerequisite GPA: See Program Website Prerequisite completion: must be completed within 10 year(s) EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: 500 Hours SHADOWING PA […]

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Keck Graduate Institute Physician Assistant Program (Arizona)

Keck Graduate Institute PA Program Mission Statement The mission of KGI’s The Chan Family Master of Science in PA Studies (MSPA) program is to develop high-quality physician associates/assistants (PAs) who are dedicated to advancing healthcare through leadership, commitment to their communities, and the compassionate care of diverse populations. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: Claremont, California Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: August Class Duration: 27 months Class Capacity: 40 students Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $1,500 International Students: Accepted TOEFL: Not Required TUITION Resident tuition: $130,000 Nonresident tuition: $130,000 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 94% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: See Program Website APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: November Supplemental Application: Required CASPA Deadline Type: Completed Fee: See Program Website GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: 3.0 Prereq GPA: No Minimum Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: 3.4 Science: 3.35 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of C required for all prerequisites Prerequisite completion: must be completed within 10 year(s) EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: 1,000 Hours SHADOWING PA Shadowing Recommended No Specified Hours EVALUATIONS Three recommendation letters required (view program website […]

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High Point University Physician Assistant Program

High Point University PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the High Point University Physician Assistant Studies program is to deliver a student-centered, experiential curriculum grounded in high academic and ethical standards. The program strives to develop compassionate PAs who are self-directed, lifelong learners prepared to provide evidence-based, patient-centered care as members of an interprofessional health care team. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: High Point, North Carolina Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: May Class Duration: 27 months Class Capacity: 65 students Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $1,000 International Students: Not Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $117,929 Nonresident tuition: $117,929 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 100% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 98% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: October Supplemental Application: Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Completed GPA Overall GPA: 3.20 Science GPA: 3.2 Prereq GPA: No Minimum Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: 3.78 Science: 3.74 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of C required for all prerequisites Prerequisite completion: must be completed within 10 year(s) EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: 200 Hours SHADOWING PA Shadowing Recommended No Specified Hours EVALUATIONS […]

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Eastern Michigan University Physician Assistant Program

The EMU PA Program assists students in developing critical thinking and patient-centered problem-solving skills with a practical focus to prepare them for the experiences they will encounter upon graduation. We seek to not just produce physician assistants, but rather to create highly respected ambassadors of the PA profession. Here are some points of distinction:

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Concord University Physician Assistant Program

Concord University PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the Concord University Physician Assistant Program is to train physician assistants who provide exceptional patient-centered care as part of a collaborative team and who are committed to promoting health and wellness through preventative care and patient education, improving access to healthcare through service to rural and underserved populations, and becoming leaders in their practices and communities. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: Athens, West Virginia Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: August Class Duration: 28 months Class Capacity: See Program Website Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $1,000 International Students: Accepted TOEFL: See Program Website TUITION Resident tuition: $77,000 Nonresident tuition: $119,000 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: See Program Website Five-year first-time PANCE pass rate: See Program Website APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: January Supplemental Application: Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Complete GPA Overall GPA: 3.20 Science GPA: No Minimum Prerequisite GPA: 3.0 Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: See Program Website Science: See Program Website Prerequisite GPA: See Program Website Prerequisite completion: must be completed within 10 year(s) EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: Recommended […]

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University of Texas Health Science Center-San Antonio Physician Assistant Program

The mission of the Department of Physician Assistant Studies is to prepare primary health care providers who will contribute to the improvement of the mental, social, and physical well-being of the undeserved and vulnerable people of South Texas. This mission is accomplished through culturally appropriate, socially relevant education, service, and scholarship.

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Gannon University Physician Assistant Program

The Gannon University Physician Assistant Program strives to provide a stimulating learning environment, highly qualified and motivated faculty, as well as modern facilities that offer Physician Assistant students the opportunity to become well-prepared primary care providers who are leaders in their field and community.

Gannon University Physician Assistant Program

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