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Drury University PA Program Mission Statement Our mission is to educate students to become physician assistants who are innovative leaders in the profession, practice evidence-based medicine, and are dedicated to facilitating healthy futures for the residents of southwest Missouri and beyond. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: Springfield, Missouri Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: August Class Duration: 27 months Class Capacity: 40 students Decision Criteria: Matched to mission, academic ability, and understanding of the role of a physician assistant, personal interview, and personal statement Seat Deposit: $1,000 International Students: Not Accepted TOEFL: Not Required TUITION Resident tuition: $104,000 Nonresident tuition: $104,000 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: Completed Fee: See Program Website GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: 3.0 Prereq GPA: 3.0 Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: See Program Website Science: See Program Website Prerequisite GPA: A Minimum grade of C is required for all prerequisites Prerequisite completion: must be completed within 10 years EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: Required SHADOWING PA Shadowing Required EVALUATIONS Three recommendation letters required […]

Drury University 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 […]

Thiel College Physician Assistant Program

Accreditation Status All PA Programs CASPA Participant CASPA Participation CASPer CASPer Not Required Class Size Class Size Small (< 50 Students) Degree Type English Proficiency Exam Not Required English Proficiency Exam Requirement Featured Programs HCE ≥ 500 Hours Health Care Experience Requirements International Applicants International Students Not Accepted March Application Deadline Masters Degree Minimum grade of C required for all prerequisites Overall GPA Overall GPA ≥ 3.0 and Above PA-CAT PA-CAT Not Required Prerequisite GPA Probationary Accreditation Resident Tuition Shadowing Shadowing Recommended Supplemental Application Supplemental Application Not Required Tuition ≥ $100,000 +

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 […]

Utah Valley University Physician Assistant Program

Accreditation Status All PA Programs Application Deadline Average Applicant Overall GPA Accepted < 3.5 CASPA Participant CASPA Participation CASPer CASPer Not Required Class Size Class Size Small (< 50 Students) Degree Type English Proficiency Exam Not Required English Proficiency Exam Requirement Featured Programs HCE Recommended/Preferred Health Care Experience Requirements International Applicants International Students Not Accepted July Application Deadline Masters Degree Minimum grade of C required for all prerequisites Overall GPA PA-CAT PA-CAT Not Required PANCE Pass Rate Prerequisite GPA Provisional Accreditation Resident Tuition Science GPA Science GPA < 3.0 Shadowing Shadowing Recommended Supplemental Application Supplemental Application Required To be determined Tuition < $100,000

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Alverno College Physician Assistant Program

This PA Program is No Longer Accepting Students We regret to inform you that the Francis Marion University PA Program has been permanently closed and is no longer accepting students. If you were considering this program, we recommend exploring other accredited PA programs that may fit your needs. If you have any questions regarding the closure, we recommend reaching out to the school’s administration directly.

Salus University Physician Assistant Program

The mission of Salus University is to protect and enhance health and well-being through education, research, patient care and community services worldwide.

Central Michigan University Physician Assistant Program

The mission of the Central Michigan University Physician Assistant Program is to produce well-educated and highly-trained Physician Assistants who provide evidence-based medical services within the interdisciplinary primary care environment, with an emphasis on diversity and service to medically underserved populations in rural or urban communities

Lawrence Technological University Physician Assistant Program

Lawrence Technological University PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the Physician Assistant program at LTU is to train exceptional, compassionate healthcare professionals in a supportive academic and clinical environment. To prepare future PA’s to provide outstanding holistic patient centered care throughout the healthcare continuum, embrace diversity, invite interprofessional collaboration and approach the complex and ever changing face of technology in healthcare with confidence. To inspire a generation of clinicians who will be lifelong learners, advocates of evidence based medical practice and who are passionate advocates of their patients, profession and community. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: Southfield, Michigan Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: August 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: $1,000 International Students: Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $106,000 Nonresident tuition: $106,000 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: December Supplemental Application: Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: 3.0 Prereq GPA: 3.0 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of B- […]

Mercy College of Ohio Physician Assistant Program

Mercy College of Ohio PA Program Mission Statement The Mercy College of Ohio PA program provides a graduate-level learning experience that produces PA graduates who can provide competent, patient-centered medical care for diverse populations in a variety of clinical settings while also embracing service, scholarship, and leadership. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Toledo, Ohio Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: May 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: $1,250 International Students: Not Accepted TOEFL: Not Required TUITION Resident tuition: $120,400 Nonresident tuition: $120,400 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 95% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: See Program Website APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: December Supplemental Application: Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Completed GPA Overall GPA: No Minimum Science GPA: No Minimum Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of C required for all prerequisites Prerequisite completion: must be completed within 5 year(s) EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: Recommended SHADOWING PA Shadowing Recommended No Specified Hours EVALUATIONS Two recommendation letters required (view program website for evaluator requirements) GRE GRE Required CASPer CASPer Required For more information […]

D’youville University Physician Assistant Program

The mission of the D’Youville College Physician Assistant Department is to prepare exemplary clinicians with the highest ethical standards, who will be leaders in the PA profession.

Medical University of South Carolina Physician Assistant Program

To educate highly competent physician assistants who are compassionate, culturally aware, and attuned to the primary health care needs of the people of SC and beyond. They will:

Florida State University Physician Assistant Program

Florida State University PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the Florida State University, School of Physician Assistant Practice is to educate and prepare physician assistants to practice patient-centered healthcare in any clinical setting and to be responsive to community needs, especially through service to elder, rural, minority and underserved populations throughout the state of Florida. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Tallahassee, Florida Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: August Class Duration: 27 months Class Capacity: 60 students Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: See Program Website International Students: Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $70,513 Nonresident tuition: $80,515 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 92% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 90% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: October Supplemental Application: Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified Fee: $30 GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA:See Program Website Prereq GPA: 3.0 Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: 3.75 Science: 3.76 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of C required for all prerequisites Prerequisite completion: No Requirement EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: 500 Hours SHADOWING PA Shadowing Not Required EVALUATIONS Three recommendation letters required (view program […]

South College-Atlanta Physician Assistant Program

South College-Atlanta PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the South College Masters of Health Science in Physician Assistant Studies program is to educate highly qualified physician assistants, preparing them to become competent, compassionate, and comprehensive healthcare providers for clinical practice in rural and urban areas, focusing on underserved communities. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Atlanta, Georgia Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: September Class Duration: 27 months Class Capacity: 85 students Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $1,500 International Students: Not Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $110,250 Nonresident tuition: $110,250 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 94% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 95% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: March Supplemental Application: Required CASPA Deadline Type: Submit Fee: $95 GPA Overall GPA: 2.75 Science GPA: 2.75 Prereq GPA: 2.75 Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: 3.61 Science: 3.51 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of C required for all prerequisites Prerequisite completion: must be completed within 7 year(s) EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: Not Required SHADOWING PA Shadowing Recommended No Specified Hours EVALUATIONS Three recommendation letters required (view program website for evaluator […]

Daemen College Physician Assistant Program

Consistent with the mission of Daemen College, The Division of Health and Human Services embodies the ideals of elevating human dignity and fostering civic responsibility. Our graduates will develop a global perspective, along with the skills to think creatively, critically and ethically.

East Tennessee State University Physician Assistant Program

This PA Program is No Longer Accepting Students We regret to inform you that the East Tennessee State University has been permanently closed and is no longer accepting students. If you were considering this program, we recommend exploring other accredited PA programs that may fit your needs. If you have any questions regarding the closure, we recommend reaching out to the school’s administration directly.

Endicott College Physician Assistant Program

Endicott College PA Program Mission Statement To inspire leadership through transformational learning. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Developing-Not Accredited Campus Location: See program website Degrees Offered: See program website Class Start Month: See program website Class Duration: See program website Class Capacity: See program website Decision Criteria: See program website Seat Deposit: See program website International Students: See program website English proficiency Exam: See program website TUITION Resident tuition: See program website Nonresident tuition: See program website 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: See program website Application Deadline: See program website Supplemental Application: See program website CASPA Deadline Type: See program website Fee: See program website GPA Overall GPA: See program website Science GPA: See program website Average Applicant GPA Accepted Prior Cycle: Overall: See program website Science: See program website Prerequisite GPA: See program website Prerequisite completion: See program website EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: See program website SHADOWING See program website EVALUATIONS See program website GRE See program website CASPer See program website PA-CAT See program website PAEA Program Directory PAEA PA Program Directory Link

University of St. Francis Physician Assistant Program

University of Saint Francis-New Mexico PA Program Mission Statement To educate highly qualified Physician Assistants preparing them to become competent, compassionate and comprehensive health care providers for practice in primary care fields. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Probationary Accreditation Campus Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: January 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: $650 International Students: Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $94,500 Nonresident tuition: $94,500 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 77% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 85% 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: 3.69 Science: 3.58 Prerequisite completion: must be completed within 7 year(s) EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: 500 Hours SHADOWING PA Shadowing Not Required EVALUATIONS Three recommendation letters required (view program website for evaluator requirements) GRE GRE Required CASPer CASPer Not Required For more information on CASPer click here PA-CAT PA-CAT Not Required For more information on PA-CAT click here

Ithaca College Physician Assistant Program

Ithaca College PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the Ithaca College Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies program is to educate, engage, and empower physician assistant learners to achieve excellence through medical theory, clinical practice, and exemplary professional performance in communities*. Communities = historically marginalized, underserved, health professional shortage areas, and rural. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: Ithaca, New York Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: August Class Duration: 27 months Class Capacity: 50 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: $120,800 Nonresident tuition: $120,800 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 82% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 82% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: November Supplemental Application: Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Completed Fee: Nil GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: No Minimum Prereq GPA: 3.2 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of C required for all prerequisites Prerequisite completion: must be completed within 10 year(s) EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: Required SHADOWING PA Shadowing Not Required EVALUATIONS Three recommendation letters required (view program website for evaluator requirements) GRE See […]

Des Moines University Physician Assistant Program

Des Moines University prepares its physician assistant students to work in and lead a growing profession focused on helping people live healthier lives. Physician assistants are key members of health care teams in hospitals, multispecialty clinics, physician offices, long-term care residences and other settings in rural and urban areas.

Nova Southeastern University Physician Assistant Program, Jacksonville

To provide an exemplary educational experience, which emphasizes primary medical care, yet will enable graduates to manifest competency and skill in a variety of clinical environments; to inspire graduates to pursue lifelong learning; to foster leadership qualities, which will enable graduates to improve access to quality, affordable health care; and to heighten the status of the physician assistant profession.

Western Michigan University Physician Assistant Program

The Western Michigan University Department of Physician Assistant offers an entry-level, full-time, 24-month, professional education curriculum that leads to a Master of Science in Medicine degree. The first year focuses primarily on classroom and laboratory instruction and includes a component that addresses research issues pertinent to physician assistants. The second, or clinical, year includes a variety of experiences in community teaching hospitals, clinics and physician offices.

Springfield College Physician Assistant Program

The Springfield College Physician Assistant (PA) program educates primary care physician assistants eligible for employment in a wide variety of medical settings and specialties. This is a 27-month graduate program which awards a master of science in physician assistant studies. There are two different entry points to the program.

Wingate University Physician Assistant Program

Wingate, N.C. – Wingate University is listed 6th among Best Value colleges and universities in the South based on quality and net cost. The rankings of the nation’s top schools were released today in U.S. News & World Report’s 2013 Best Colleges.

University of California-Davis Physician Assistant Program

The Master of Health Services — Physician Assistant Studies Degree Program prepares graduates to deliver care as physician assistants. In alignment with the school’s vision to advance health, a primary goal of the physician assistant program is to improve the availability of culturally relevant primary care to underserved populations and educate clinicians to deliver care as a member of a health-care team.

University of Missouri-Kansas City Physician Assistant Program

University of Missouri-Kansas City PA Program Mission Statement To educate competent, compassionate, and culturally-aware Physician Assistants who are prepared to meet the healthcare needs of our community. Graduates will advance the Physician Assistant profession through clinical excellence, service, and dedication to professional stewardship. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Kansas City, Missouri Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: January Class Duration: 29 months Class Capacity: 20 students Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $400 International Students: Not Accepted TOEFL: Not Required TUITION Resident tuition: $114,311 Nonresident tuition: $131,103 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 95% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 90% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: August Supplemental Application: Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified Fee: $50 GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Prereq GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: See Program Website Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: 3.66 Science: 3.63 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of C 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 GRE Not Required CASPer CASPer […]

Le Moyne College Physician Assistant Program

The Le Moyne College Physician Assistant Program is dedicated to the education of students to become competent, caring, compassionate, and ethical providers of health care services with the supervision of a licensed physician. The program seeks to instill in each individual the desire to pursue a lifelong commitment to promote excellence in the delivery of patient care through continual self-assessment and advancement of one’s medical skills and knowledge.

Pace University-Lenox Hill Hospital Physician Assistant Program

The Pace University – Lenox Hill Hospital Physician Assistant Program is a rigorous master of science program that fully integrates the educational components of the two institutions. Prior to admission you must have completed a bachelor’s degree and meet admission criteria. Upon successful completion of the Program, students are awarded a master of science in physician assistant studies (MSPAS) degree from Pace University and a certificate of completion from Lenox Hill Hospital. Graduates are eligible to sit for the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE).

SUNY Downstate Medical Center Physician Assistant Program

The Physician Assistant Program joined the College of Health Related Professions in 1990. In keeping with the mission of the College of Health Related Professions, the mission of the SUNY Downstate Medical Center Physician Assistant Program is to foster the development of professional, competent diverse Physician Assistants to provide compassionate healthcare for an evolving urban population. Our vision is to meet the unmet health care needs in Brooklyn, and New York City.

Franklin Pierce University (Goodyear) Physician Assistant Program

Franklin Pierce University (Goodyear) PA Program Mission Statement The Texas-based, hybrid 24-month Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) Program is dedicated to the education and growth of the next generation of physician assistant clinicians through innovative, evidence-based education, professional development, and the best-practice of clinical skills. Our program will develop culturally sensitive clinicians who embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion when caring for patients within their communities. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Probationary Accreditation Campus Location: Round Rock, Texas Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: March Class Duration: 24 months Class Capacity: 48 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: $111,180 Nonresident tuition: $111,180 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: October Supplemental Application: Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: 3.0 Prereq 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 […]

University of Dayton Physician Assistant Program

The Physician Assistant Education Department’s mission is to produce physician assistants who are committed to the service of the human person through the skillful, compassionate, and ethical provision of health care within the context of the Catholic Marianist tradition. We emphasize excellent generalist care for the whole person, particularly upholding dignity for society’s most vulnerable, in a learning environment which emphasizes leadership, life-long learning, and service.

Touro University-Nevada Physician Assistant Program

The Master of Physician Assistant Studies Program is committed to the education of highly qualified compassionate Physician Assistants who are part of the health care team and are responsive to the developing health needs of their communities as culturally competent clinicians, educators, facilitators, and leaders.

University of Saint Joseph Physician Assistant Program

All programs operate in accordance with the ARC-PA Standards, but programs may focus on specific populations, regions, teaching methods, etc. In addition, each program is unique, and has some things that make it stand out from the other programs.

Indiana University School of Health & Human Sciences Master of Physician Assistant Studies Program (IUPUI)

Indiana University School of Health & Human Sciences Master of Physician Assistant Studies Program (IUPUI) PA Program Mission Statement The Indiana University Master of Physician Assistant Studies program mission is to successfully educate clinically competent, collaborative physician assistants to provide patient-centered care. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: May Class Duration: 27 months Class Capacity: 44 students Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $750 International Students: Accepted TOEFL: See Program Website TUITION Resident tuition: $69,702 Nonresident tuition: $99,456 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: July Supplemental Application: Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified Fee: $70 GPA Overall GPA: 3.2 Science GPA: 3.2 Prereq GPA: No Minimum Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall:See Program Website Science: See Program Website Prerequisite GPA: See Program Website Prerequisite completion: No Requirement 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 […]

Indiana University School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences Physician Assistant Program

The mission of the Indiana University Master of Physician Assistant Studies program is to prepare students for physician assistant practice, with a focus on urban and rural underserved communities in the state of Indiana, using an inter-professional team approach to education.

Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland Physician Associate Program

This PA Program is No Longer Accepting Students We regret to inform you that the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland Physician Associate Program has been permanently closed and is no longer accepting students. If you were considering this program, we recommend exploring other accredited PA programs that may fit your needs. If you have any questions regarding the closure, we recommend reaching out to the school’s administration directly.

Nazareth University Physician Assistant Program

Nazareth University PA Program Mission Statement Our mission at Nazareth University is to educate highly skilled, compassionate PAs who excel in interprofessional collaboration and are dedicated to serving diverse communities with a focus on underserved populations. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: Rochester, New York 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: $500 International Students: Not Accepted TOEFL: See Program Website TUITION Resident tuition: $110,000 Nonresident tuition: $110,000 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: October Supplemental Application: Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified GPA Overall GPA: 3.20 Science GPA: 3.2 Prereq GPA: 3.20 Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: See Program Website Science: See Program Website Prerequisite GPA: See Program Website Prerequisite completion: must be completed within 5 year(s) EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: 40 Hours SHADOWING Shadowing Required EVALUATIONS Three recommendation letters required (view program website for evaluator requirements) GRE See Program Website CASPer CASPer Not Required For more information […]

Michigan State University Physician Assistant Program

Michigan State University PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the Michigan State University PA Medicine Department is to provide a team-based educational program that produces “Day 1” ready to begin practice as a PA and enhances access to medical care for Michigan citizens. This innovative model integrates PA medicine students to a primary-care focused, holistic, evidence-based, and student-centered curriculum while also nurturing Osteopathic principles and collaborative experiences with medical students. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: East Lansing, Michigan Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: May Class Duration: 27 months Class Capacity: 38 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: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $77,999 Nonresident tuition: $88,401 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: Verified Fee: $100 GPA Overall GPA: No Minimum Science GPA: No Minimum Prereq GPA: 3.0 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of B required for all prerequisites Prerequisite completion: No Requirement EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: Recommended SHADOWING PA Shadowing Recommended No […]

California Baptist University Physician Assistant Program

California Baptist 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: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Riverside, California Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: September 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: $1,000 International Students: Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $127,000 Nonresident tuition: $127,000 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 100% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 93% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: January Supplemental Application: Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified GPA Overall GPA: 3.20 Science GPA: 3 Prereq GPA : 3.00 Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: 3.71 Science: 3.66 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of B- required for all prerequisites Prerequisite completion: No Requirement EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: Not Required SHADOWING PA Shadowing Recommended No Specified Hours […]

Point Loma Nazarene University Physician Assistant Program

Point Loma Nazarene University PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the Point Loma Nazarene University Department of Physician Assistant Education is to produce competent, professional clinicians who practice evidence-based medicine, demonstrate cultural sensitivity, and manifest their faith through service to the community. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: San Diego, California Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: August Class Duration: 28 months Class Capacity: 34 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: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $142,000 Nonresident tuition: $142,000 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 93% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: See Program Website APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: October Supplemental Application: Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified Fee: $35 GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: 3.0 Prereq GPA: 3.0 Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: 3.82 Science: 3.81 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of C required for all prerequisites Prerequisite completion: See Program Website EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: 1,000 Hours 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 […]

Kettering College Physician Assistant Program

The physician assistant (PA) program at Kettering College is the school’s first on-campus master’s degree, accredited as such in 2006. The department has been educating top-flight PAs since it began in 1973, earning it the distinction of being one of the oldest PA departments in the nation.

Oklahoma State University Physician Assistant Program

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 […]

Baldwin Wallace University Physician Assistant Program

Baldwin Wallace University is offering a new graduate degree program – the Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant. Through coursework and clinical rotations, you’ll gain extensive integrated and diagnostic medical sciences training designed to build proficiencies in critical thinking and problem solving. Upon completion, you’ll earn the MMS degree and be prepared to take the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE).

Mount St Mary’s University Physician Assistant Program

Mount St Mary’s University PA Program Mission Statement The PA program at Mount St. Mary’s University cultivates ethical practitioners who care significantly and are dedicated to responsible and equitable health outcomes delivered with compassion, humility, and joy. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: Emmitsburg, Maryland 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: $900 International Students: Not Accepted TOEFL: See Program Website TUITION Resident tuition: $88,000 Nonresident tuition: $88,000 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: August Supplemental Application: Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Complete Fee: Nil GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: 3.0 Prereq GPA: 2.67 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: 400 Hours SHADOWING PA Shadowing Not Required EVALUATIONS Two recommendation letters required (view program website for evaluator requirements) GRE See Program Website CASPer CASPer Not Required […]

Loma Linda University Physician Assistant Program

Loma Linda University Department of Physician Assistant (PA) Sciences educates primary care physician assistants who will complement the work of physicians by providing health care as active members of a professional health care team, excellence and compassion in health care for the whole person, and quality health care for under-served individuals and communities nationally and globally in accordance with the mission of Loma Linda University and the School of Allied Health Professions

Rush University Physician Assistant Program

The mission of the physician assistant program is to train qualified, advanced practice physician assistants to practice medicine with competence, professionalism, and compassion.

Baylor University – Waco Physician Assistant Program

Baylor University – Waco Physician PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the Baylor University Physician Assistant Program is to educate and prepare compassionate healthcare leaders within a Christian environment through academic excellence, science, and innovation while dedicated to expanding access to health and wellness through team-based, patient-centered medical care. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: Waco, Texas Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: September 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: $1,000 International Students: Not Accepted TOEFL: See Program Website TUITION Resident tuition: $140,000 Nonresident tuition: $140,000 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: April Supplemental Application: Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified Fee: See Program Website GPA Overall GPA: 3.00 Science GPA No Minimum Prereq GPA : 3.00 Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: See Program Website Science: See Program Website Prerequisite GPA: See Program Website Prerequisite completion: must be completed 10 Years EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: Not Required SHADOWING PA Shadowing Recommended No Specified Hours EVALUATIONS […]

North Carolina A&T State University Physician Assistant Program

North Carolina A&T State University PA Program Mission Statement The North Carolina A&T Master of Science Physician Assistant Studies program will prepare graduates to improve the health of the community through preeminence in medical education, clinical care, and leadership. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: Greensboro, North Carolina Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: September Class Duration: 27 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: See Program Website International Students: Accepted TOEFL: See Program Website TUITION Resident tuition: $5,366 Nonresident tuition: $11,766 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: November Supplemental Application: Required CASPA Deadline Type: Completed Verified Fee: $60 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 7 year(s) EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: 1,000 Hours SHADOWING PA Shadowing Recommended EVALUATIONS Three recommendation letters required (view program website for evaluator requirements) GRE See Program […]

SUNY Upstate Medical Center Physician Assistant Program

SUNY Upstate Medical Center PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the Physician Assistant Program is to educate highly qualified physician assistants with patient centered values who practice medicine confidently and ethically by demonstrating academic excellence and clinical competence. Our emphasis is on serving the medically underserved populations in Upstate New York. We are seeking candidates who will assist us in fulfilling our Mission which involves serving these communities. Preference will be given to qualified candidates who originate from these areas. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Syracuse, New York Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: June Class Duration: 27 months Class Capacity: 35 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: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $56,770 Nonresident tuition: $109,690 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 88% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 92% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: November Supplemental Application: Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified Fee: $65 GPA Overall GPA: No Minimum Science GPA: No Minimum Prereq GPA: 2.0 Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: 3.5 Science: 3.5 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of C required for […]

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 […]

Harding University Physician Assistant Program

Developing caring physician assistants who practice competent, patient-centered primary care in diverse environments.

Thomas Jefferson University – New Jersey Campus Physician Assistant Program

Thomas Jefferson University – New Jersey Campus PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the Thomas Jefferson University East Falls/NJ Physician Assistant program is to educate students to become innovative, collaborative, providers who are clinically well-prepared, adaptable and who provide humanistic care to all patients and to the diverse communities they serve. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Voorhees Township, New Jersey Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: July Class Duration: 25 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: See Program Website TUITION Resident tuition: $116,050 Nonresident tuition: $116,050 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: October Supplemental Application: Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified Fee: See Program Website GPA Overall GPA: 3.25 Science GPA: 3.25 Prereq GPA : 3.25 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of B required for all prerequisites Prerequisite completion: must be completed within 7 year(s) EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: Recommended SHADOWING PA Shadowing Recommended No Specified Hours EVALUATIONS Two recommendation letters required (view program […]

University of Tampa Physician Assistant Program

University of Tampa PA Program Mission Statement The mission of UT’s physician assistant medicine program is to engage in collaborative training to develop competent medical providers from diverse backgrounds who provide quality medical care to their community. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Tampa, Florida Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: August Class Duration: 27 months Class Capacity: 48 students Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $1,500 International Students: Not Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $111,972 Nonresident tuition: $111,972 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 91% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 80% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: December Supplemental Application: Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: No Minimum Prereq GPA: 3.0 Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: 3.59 Prerequisite: 3.67 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of B- required for all prerequisites Prerequisite completion: must be completed within 10 year(s) EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: Not Required 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 […]

Touro University-Middletown Physician Assistant Program

Touro University-Middletown PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the Physician Assistant Programs is to educate capable students from diverse backgrounds to meet the challenges of practicing medicine in collaboration with physicians and other members of the health care team. The curricula are formulated to sensitize the student to diverse populations and the complexities of healthcare delivery that influence patients and their families. Students engage in community service to foster effective communication, compassion and dedication. We encourage research and create life-long learners trained to utilize evidence to deliver safe, effective patient- centered care to patients and their communities. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: Middletown, New York Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: January Class Duration: 28 months Class Capacity: 45 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: $149,460 Nonresident tuition: $149,460 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: December Supplemental Application: Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified Fee: $25 GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: 3.0 […]

University of St. Francis Physician Assistant Program

The Physician Assistant program at USF’s Albuquerque Campus is a full-time, 27-month program. The program consists of 15 months of didactic classroom basic medical sciences, behavioral and social sciences, clinical preparatory sciences and professional practice issues. This is followed by 12 continuous months of supervised clinical learning experiences. Students must complete the entire 27-month program at the University of St. Francis. Upon successful completion of the entire program of study, the student will be awarded a Master of Science degree.

University of Kentucky Physician Assistant Program

University of Kentucky PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the University of Kentucky Physician Assistant Studies program is to improve the health and well-being of the people in the Commonwealth of Kentucky by graduating competent and compassionate physician assistants who will become transformative leaders in their practices and communities. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Lexington, Kentucky Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: January Class Duration: 29 months Class Capacity: 56 students Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: See Program Website International Students: Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $26,000 Nonresident tuition: $57,000 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 78% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 88% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: July Supplemental Application: Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Completed Fee: See Program Website GPA Overall GPA: 2.75 Science GPA: No Minimum Prereq GPA: No Minimum Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: 3.66 Science: 3.58 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of C required for all prerequisites Prerequisite completion: No Requirement EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: Recommended SHADOWING PA Shadowing Recommended EVALUATIONS Three recommendation letters required (view program website for evaluator requirements) […]

Logan University Physician Assistant Program

Logan University PA Program Mission Statement The Logan PA Program is a mission-driven program that recruits compassionate individuals dedicated to providing excellent whole-health care. We value applicants who demonstrate a commitment to service, community, and increased access to care for patients and their families in the PA profession. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Developing-Not Accredited Campus Location: Chesterfield, Missouri 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: $1,000 International Students: Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $115,000 Nonresident tuition: $115,000 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: August Supplemental Application: Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: 3.0 Prereq GPA: 3 Prerequisite GPA: See Program Website Prerequisite completion: must be completed within 10 year(s) 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 See Program Website CASPer CASPer Not Required For more information on […]

University of South Alabama Physician Assistant Program

The mission of the University of South Alabama Physician Assistant Program is to educate compassionate and competent individuals from diverse backgrounds to become highly qualified physician assistants in accordance with the highest professional standards to provide a broad spectrum of preventative and curative healthcare to patients in various communities and clinical settings with physician supervision. The emphasis of the program is one of primary care, including a broad foundation in the medical and surgical specialties.

Carroll University Physician Assistant Program

Carroll University PA Program Mission Statement Educate physician assistants to provide comprehensive quality health care to all, to be respectful of patient values, to be committed to ethical principles and to be grounded in evidence-based practice and clinical reasoning. Graduates will contribute to the profession and their communities and be prepared to practice medicine in a variety of primary care settings under the supervision of physicians. Graduates will also be prepared to provide service to medically underserved communities and diverse patient populations. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Waukesha, Wisconsin Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: May Class Duration: 24 months Class Capacity: 32 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: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $102,000 Nonresident tuition: $102,000 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 93% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 94% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: October Supplemental Application: Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: 3 Prereq GPA : No Minimum Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: 3.75 Science: 3.67 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of C required for all prerequisites […]

University of California San Diego Physician Assistant Program

University of California San Diego PA Program Mission Statement The University of California San Diego School of Medicine Atkinson Physician Assistant Education Program will recruit and retain learners who reflect the diverse population of California. Graduates will be prepared to provide safe, effective, person-centered healthcare in various settings to improve the health and well-being of the patients and communities we serve. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: La Jolla, California Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: June Class Duration: 29 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: Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $177,860 Nonresident tuition: $177,860 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: Required CASPA Deadline Type: Completed Fee: $135 GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: 3.0 Prereq GPA: No Minimum Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: 3.75 Science: 3.68 Prerequisite GPA: See Program Website Prerequisite completion: No Requirement EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: 500 Hours SHADOWING PA Shadowing Recommended No Specified Hours EVALUATIONS Three recommendation […]

Oklahoma City University Physician Assistant Program

In order to assist in meeting the health care needs of the people of Oklahoma, the mission of the University of Oklahoma Physician Associate Program is to educate health care providers to practice medicine, associated with a physician supervisor.

Bethel University (MN) Physician Assistant Program

Bethel University (MN) PA Program Mission Statement Boldly informed and motivated by the Christian faith, the Bethel Physician Assistant program prepares students through an exceptional education, equipping them with the skills necessary for competent, compassionate, and culturally responsive medical practice as a physician assistant. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: St. Paul, Minnesota 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: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $101,92 Nonresident tuition: $101,92 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 100% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 92% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: August Supplemental Application: Required CASPA Deadline Type: Completed Fee: $100 GPA Overall GPA: 3.25 Science GPA: 3.25 Prereq GPA : No minimum required Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: 3.8 Science: 3.8 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of B- required for all prerequisites Prerequisite completion: must be completed within 5 year(s) EXPERIENCE Healthcare Experience Hours: 500 hours SHADOWING PA Shadowing Recommended No Specified Hours EVALUATIONS Two recommendation letters required (view program website for evaluator requirements) GRE See […]

University of Evansville Physician Assistant Program

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

Alvernia University Physician Associate Program

Alvernia University PA Program Mission Statement Guided by our Franciscan foundation, the Alvernia University Physician Associate Program is committed to working collaboratively with the community and students to foster and support their development as Physician Associates who practice with moral courage and will provide sensitive, compassionate, ethical, professional, proficient, and person-centered care. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: St. Reading, Pennsylvania Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: August 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: See Program Website International Students: Not Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $90,000 Nonresident tuition: $90,000 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: April Supplemental Application: Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified Fee: See Program Website GPA Overall GPA: 2.8 Science GPA: 3.0 Prerequisite: 3.0 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 Required EVALUATIONS Three recommendation letters required (view program website for […]

St. John’s University (formerly SVCMC) Physician Assistant Program

The College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences equips students with the education, training and support they need to meet the present and future demands professionals encounter as pharmacists, physician assistants, clinical laboratory scientists, toxicologists and radiologic technologists. The College is committed to helping students:

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Carolinas Healthcare System Urgent Care PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Urgent Care Location: Charlotte, NC Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: $74,880 Benefits: Benefits included Credential awarded: Certificate (APP Fellowship, Urgent Care) Eligibility: PA or NP; new grad or experienced; ARC-PA grad, NCCPA cert Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct (online application) Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Urgent care, all ages; Charlotte NC Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Mayo Clinic Arizona Critical Care/Trauma PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Critical Care/Trauma Location: Phoenix, AZ Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 4 per year (3 tracks) Stipend / salary: $77,000 Benefits: Mayo benefits, dependent options, travel allowance, no tuition Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: PA (or NP) Application deadline: Nov 1 – Apr 1 How to apply: Direct (Mayo application) Start date: Mid-October Setting & rotations: Inpatient hospital internal medicine/critical care; Phoenix AZ Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

University of Missouri Acute Care Physician Assistant Residency Program

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Acute Care Location: Columbia, MO Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 2 fellow teams Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Check program website Credential awarded: Certificate (hospital medicine) Eligibility: PA grad; new grads need PD LOR Application deadline: Rolling How to apply: Direct (transcript, 3 LORs) Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Hospitalist medicine; University Hospital, Columbia MO Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Saint Joseph Mercy Hospital-Ann Arbor (SJMH-AA) Physician Assistant Residency Program for Cardiothoracic Surgery

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Cardiothoracic Location: Trinity Health Ann Arbor, MI Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Didactic + clinical (CT surgery & critical care) Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: Licensed, board-certified PA Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct (Trinity Health GME application) Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Cardiothoracic surgery; Trinity Health Ann Arbor (St. Joseph Mercy) MI Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Carilion Clinic Urgent Care and Rural Health Family Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Family Medicine Location: Daleville, VA Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 2 per year Stipend / salary: $52,000 Benefits: Full medical/dental/disability; 120 hr PTO; 40 hr CME Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: Check program website Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct application Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Family medicine, urgent care, rural health; Daleville VA Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Cardiothoracic PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Cardiothoracic Location: Trinity Health Ann Arbor, MI Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 1 per year Stipend / salary: $79,800 + $3,000 food stipend Benefits: Family health ins, malpractice, 10 days vacation, 1 conference, loupes/coats Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: PA; ARC-PA grad, NCCPA cert/eligible Application deadline: March 1 How to apply: Email [email protected] + 3 LORs Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Cardiothoracic surgery; Trinity Health Ann Arbor MI Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Johns Hopkins Hospital Surgery PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Surgery Location: Baltimore, MD Accreditation: ARC-PA Accredited (Continued) Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: $70,179 Benefits: 22 days PTO; JH employee benefits Credential awarded: Certificate of completion Eligibility: Grad of accredited PA program; NCCPA certified; 3 recommendation forms Application deadline: March 15 How to apply: Direct (JH HR site + supplemental) Start date: October Setting & rotations: Dept of Surgery; Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore MD Accredited by the ARC-PA (Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant) as a Clinical Postgraduate Program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Navy PA Graduate Training: Orthopedics – Career military physician assistants Orthopedic Surgery PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Orthopedic Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Active-duty Navy pay (per rank) Benefits: Active-duty military benefits Credential awarded: Certificate; preps for ortho practice Eligibility: Active-duty Navy PA, NCCPA certified Application deadline: Via annual MSC DUINS board How to apply: Direct (military MSC DUINS board selection) Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Orthopaedic surgery; Naval Medical Center Portsmouth VA; 2-yr service obligation Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant Post-Graduate Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Cardiothoracic Location: Lebanon, NH Accreditation: ARC-PA Accredited (Continued) Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: $70,000 Benefits: Full comprehensive benefits Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: Active national PA/NP certification; NH license eligible Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Email [email protected] Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Cardiothoracic surgery; Dartmouth-Hitchcock, Lebanon NH Accredited by the ARC-PA (Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant) as a Clinical Postgraduate Program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

University of Washington Cardiovascular Advanced Practice Provider Fellowship

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 2 per year Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Health/benefits per UW School of Medicine Credential awarded: Faculty appointment (Teaching Associate); completion of fellowship Eligibility: PA-C or ARNP eligible; new grads; national cert by Aug 31 Application deadline: April 30 How to apply: Direct via Interfolio e-application Start date: November Setting & rotations: Quaternary cardiovascular care: heart failure, transplant, CT surgery, EP, critical care Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Marquette University – Aurora Health Emergency Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Location: Milwaukee, WI Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Check program website Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: PA graduates Application deadline: Rolling How to apply: Direct application Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: EM at Aurora community hospitals; peds EM, ICU, anesthesia, trauma; biweekly Marquette didactics; Milwaukee WI Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Texas Children’s Hospital Pediatric Surgery Surgery PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Pediatric Surgery Location: Houston, TX Accreditation: ARC-PA Accredited (Continued) Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: $88,000 Benefits: Competitive stipend/benefits Credential awarded: Certificate (ARC-PA accredited) Eligibility: NCCPA certified or PANCE-eligible; TX license preferred Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct (career application + CV + personal statement) Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Pediatric surgery; Texas Children's Hospital, Houston TX Accredited by the ARC-PA (Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant) as a Clinical Postgraduate Program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Montefiore Medical Center – Albert Einstein College of Medicine Surgery PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Surgery Location: Bronx, NY Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 13.5 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Competitive salary + graduation bonus Benefits: Full benefits, graduation bonus Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: Grad of accredited PA program Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct application Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Surgery; didactic + 11 one-month rotations across 3 hospitals; Bronx NY Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Regions Hospital Hospitalist PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Hospitalist Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Check program website Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: PA or NP; licensed/board-certified >=3 mo before start Application deadline: 4 months before start (rolling) How to apply: Direct application Start date: January or June Setting & rotations: Hospital medicine; 6 mo hospitalist + 6 mo specialty rotations; Minnesota Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Carilion Clinic Urgent Care and Rural Health Urgent Care PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Urgent Care Location: Roanoke, VA Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Check program website Credential awarded: Certificate (Urgent Care Medicine NP/PA Fellowship) Eligibility: PAs and NPs Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct via Carilion application Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Urgent care medicine; Carilion Clinic, Roanoke VA Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

UT Southwestern Medical Center Urology PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Urology Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: Check program website Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Competitive salary (UTSW employee) Benefits: Medical, dental, vision; holiday/vacation/sick leave Credential awarded: Certificate; trained to function as a urology PA Eligibility: PA-C/NCCPA certified; PA program director LOR if grad within 3 yrs Application deadline: Rolling (no fixed deadline) How to apply: Direct / email to program coordinator Start date: Rolling Setting & rotations: Urology: clinical, research, and teaching Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

MD Anderson Cancer Center – The University of Texas Hematology/Oncology

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Hematology/Oncology Accreditation: ARC-PA Accredited (Continued) Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 3 per year (budget-dependent) Stipend / salary: $105,000 Benefits: Benefits per MD Anderson trainee policy Credential awarded: Certificate; ~100 hrs CME Eligibility: ARC-PA grad; NCCPA certified; TX PA license by start Application deadline: July 25 How to apply: Direct via Fellowship Application Form Start date: April Setting & rotations: Adult medical/surgical/radiation oncology; 16 core rotations Accredited by the ARC-PA (Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant) as a Clinical Postgraduate Program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Duke University Medical Center Surgery PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Surgery Location: Durham, NC Accreditation: ARC-PA Accredited (Continued) Program length: 13 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Check program website Credential awarded: Certificate (Duke Dept of Surgery) Eligibility: New or practicing PAs; ARC-PA accredited postgrad program Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct (contact coordinator) Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Surgical specialties; perioperative care; Duke University Hospital, Durham NC Accredited by the ARC-PA (Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant) as a Clinical Postgraduate Program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Surgery PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Surgery Location: Pittsburgh, PA Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 1 per year Stipend / salary: $49.5-73.65/hr range Benefits: UPMC employee benefits Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: Accredited PA grad by start; NCCPA certified; PA license Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct (in-person interviews May-June) Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Cardiac surgery; UPMC Passavant/Presbyterian/Shadyside, Pittsburgh PA Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Mercer-Piedmont Heart Cardiology PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Cardiology Location: Atlanta, GA Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Check program website Credential awarded: Certificate of completion Eligibility: Grad of accredited PA/NP program; GPA 3.5 rec; ACLS/BLS; GA license eligible Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct application Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Cardiovascular; multiple tracks; Piedmont Heart Institute, Atlanta GA Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Carolinas Healthcare System Center Critical Care/Trauma PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Critical Care/Trauma Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: $74,880 Benefits: Full benefits Credential awarded: Completion of CAP fellowship Eligibility: PA-C or NP; new-grad focused Application deadline: March 31 How to apply: Direct via CAP Fellowship Application Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Surgical critical care; high-acuity ICU, procedures (Charlotte NC) Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Carilion Clinic Orthopedic Surgery PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery Location: Roanoke, VA Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Full medical/dental/disability; BLS/ACLS/PALS, moving expenses Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: PA or NP (NP needs RNFA cert) Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct application Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Orthopaedic surgery; Carilion Clinic, Roanoke VA Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

University of Missouri Emergency Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Location: Columbia, MO Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 2-3 per year Stipend / salary: Competitive salary + CME stipend Benefits: Full benefits day 1; liability, health, retirement; scrubs Credential awarded: Certificate; prepares for EM-CAQ Eligibility: Accredited PA grad; NCCPA cert/eligible; MO license eligible Application deadline: March 15 (early Oct 1) How to apply: Direct online application + $50 fee Start date: July (EM Bootcamp June) Setting & rotations: Level-1 trauma ED; MU Health Care, Columbia MO Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Intermountain Medical Center Critical Care/Trauma PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Critical Care/Trauma Location: Murray, UT Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 2 (Sept 1 & Jan 1 starts) Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Check program website Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: Grad of accredited PA program; NCCPA certified Application deadline: April How to apply: Direct application Start date: Sept 1 / Jan 1 Setting & rotations: Trauma/surgical critical care; Intermountain Medical Center, Murray UT Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Carolinas Healthcare System Hospitalist PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Hospitalist Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: $74,880 Benefits: Benefits included Credential awarded: Certificate (APP Fellowship, Hospitalist) Eligibility: PA or NP; new grad or experienced; ARC-PA grad, NCCPA cert Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct (online application) Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Hospital medicine; Charlotte NC metro + regional/rural sites Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

St. Luke’s Hospital Emergency Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Location: Bethlehem, PA Accreditation: ARC-PA Accredited (Continued) Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 4 per class Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Check program website Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: Grad of ARC-PA PA program or accredited NP program Application deadline: March 15 (apps Jan 1 – Mar 15) How to apply: Direct (interviews April) Start date: October Setting & rotations: Critical care or emergency medicine track; St. Luke's, Bethlehem PA Accredited by the ARC-PA (Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant) as a Clinical Postgraduate Program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

WakeMed Health and Hospitals Critical Care/Trauma PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Critical Care/Trauma Location: Raleigh, NC Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: Check program website Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Check program website Credential awarded: Certificate of completion Eligibility: New APP graduates; surgical interest Application deadline: Interviews early April; notify by early May How to apply: Email [email protected] Start date: End of October Setting & rotations: General surgery, trauma & surgical critical care; high-acuity, Raleigh NC Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Arrowhead Regional Medical Center Emergency Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Location: Colton, CA Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 15 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Paid hourly (amount: Check program website) Benefits: Healthcare, 401K, PTO Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: PA; ARC-PA grad, CA PA license & DEA by start Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct (Vituity careers) Start date: November Setting & rotations: Emergency medicine; Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, Colton CA Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center – Houston, Texas – Physician Assistant Post-Graduate Residency in Geriatric Medicine Geriatric Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Geriatric Medicine Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Federal stipend (generous) Benefits: Health/vision/dental/life, liability, vacation/sick; possible loan forgiveness; no call/nights/weekends Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: ARC-PA grad, NCCPA cert/eligible, US citizen Application deadline: August 29 (apply May 1 – Aug 29) How to apply: Email program director Start date: January Setting & rotations: Geriatric medicine; Houston VA, veteran population Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Staten Island University Hospital Emergency Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 24 months Positions per year: 4 per year Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Health, dental, vision; travel stipend for meetings Credential awarded: Completion of fellowship; ACLS/ATLS/PALS Eligibility: PA-C; mirrors EM physician residency Application deadline: March 1 (confirm) How to apply: Direct (program contact) Start date: September Setting & rotations: Emergency medicine; ED alongside EM physician residents, ultrasound, procedures Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Albany Medical Center Emergency Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Location: Albany, NY Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Medical, dental, disability, retirement, PTO Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: Check program website Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct application Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: 55-bed Level I adult ED + 24-bed Level I peds ED; tertiary care; Albany NY Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Montefiore Medical Center OB-GYN PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: OB-GYN Location: Bronx, NY Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Check program website Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: Check program website Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct (mail to OB/GYN PA Residency Program) Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: OB/GYN: antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, GYN, GYN-onc, ultrasound; Bronx NY Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Brown Alpert Medical School Emergency Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 10-12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Competitive benefits package Credential awarded: Completion of EMAT training program Eligibility: New grad or non-EM-trained PA/NP; PA-C Application deadline: February 1 How to apply: Direct (Brown Health HR) Start date: September Setting & rotations: Emergency medicine; full spectrum, didactics with EM residents, simulation Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Baylor College of Medicine Emergency Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Location: Houston, TX Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: $50,000 + $1,000 CME Benefits: Full faculty benefits: health, vision, dental, life, disability, retirement Credential awarded: Certificate of completion Eligibility: TX license, NCCPA, BLS/ACLS/PALS/ATLS before matriculation Application deadline: Rolling (interviews 3x/yr) How to apply: Email [email protected] (no fee) Start date: Rolling Setting & rotations: Emergency medicine; Baylor College of Medicine, Houston TX Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Arrowhead Orthopedics Orthopedic Surgery PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery Location: Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, CA Accreditation: ARC-PA Accredited (Continued) Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 4-6 per class Stipend / salary: Salary provided (amount: Check program website) Benefits: Health, liability insurance, textbooks, meals, vacation, gym Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: Check program website Application deadline: Year-round (interviews Jan & Jul) How to apply: Direct application Start date: Fall (Nov); Spring (May) Setting & rotations: Orthopaedic surgery/clinic/ER; Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, CA Accredited by the ARC-PA (Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant) as a Clinical Postgraduate Program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

University of Kentucky PA Neonatology Residency

The residency is an intensive 12 month training program and takes 2-3 PAs per year. We have been preparing PAs for a career in Neonatology since 2005, and 100% of our graduates have been employed in a NICU upon completion of the program.

UCSF Fresno Emergency Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Location: Fresno, CA Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 18 months Positions per year: 2 per year Stipend / salary: Check program website ($2,500 academic stipend) Benefits: Med/dental/vision/life/disability, 401k, 4 wks vacation, SEMPA, malpractice Credential awarded: Certificate (EM residency) Eligibility: ARC-PA grad, NCCPA certified Application deadline: August 1 How to apply: Direct application Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Emergency medicine; UCSF Fresno, Fresno CA Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

University of Iowa Emergency Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 18 months Positions per year: 4 per year Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Check program website Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: Grad of accredited PA program; NCCPA certified Application deadline: August 1 How to apply: Direct application Start date: February 1 Setting & rotations: Emergency Dept (~60,000 visits/yr); University of Iowa Health Care, Iowa City Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Winthrop University Hospital Critical Care/Trauma PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Critical Care/Trauma Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 3 per year Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: CME and organizational dues reimbursement Credential awarded: Certificate of completion Eligibility: Grad of accredited PA program; NCCPA certified/eligible Application deadline: April 1 – August 1 How to apply: Direct (Winthrop Education site) Start date: October Setting & rotations: Surgical/cardiothoracic/neuro/trauma ICUs; NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Riverside University Health System Orthopedic Surgery PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery Location: Moreno Valley, CA Accreditation: ARC-PA Accredited (Continued) Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 2 per year Stipend / salary: $70,962 base Benefits: Health insurance, uniforms, 15 days vacation, 5 conference days Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: Grad of ARC-PA primary care PA program; GPA 3.0+; CV + statement Application deadline: Rolling/year-round How to apply: Direct (interview required) Start date: Rolling Setting & rotations: Orthopaedic surgery; Riverside University Health System, Moreno Valley CA Accredited by the ARC-PA (Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant) as a Clinical Postgraduate Program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

University of New Mexico School of Medicine Emergency Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Location: Albuquerque, NM Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 18 months Positions per year: 2 per year Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Employer contribution to health, vision, dental, retirement Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: Check program website Application deadline: Historically Oct 1 – Feb 1 (verify) How to apply: Direct application Start date: Late June Setting & rotations: Emergency medicine; University of New Mexico, Albuquerque NM Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Mayo Clinic Arizona Hematology/Oncology

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Hematology/Oncology Location: Phoenix, AZ Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 1 per year Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: No tuition; Mayo benefits, dependent coverage, travel allowance Credential awarded: Certificate of completion (Mayo Clinic) Eligibility: Grad of accredited PA program; NCCPA certified Application deadline: Nov 1 – Apr 30 How to apply: Direct via Mayo application Start date: Mid-October Setting & rotations: Inpatient heme/onc, cellular therapy & BMT; Phoenix AZ Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Shasta Community Health Center Primary Care PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Primary Care Location: Redding, CA Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 24 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Paid (amount: Check program website) Benefits: Check program website Credential awarded: Letter of recommendation; preference for SCHC employment Eligibility: Newly grad/licensed NP or PA; primary care Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Email CV + essay to [email protected] Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Primary care FQHC; peds/psych/women's health/urgent care rotations; Redding CA Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Einstein/Montefiore Division of Critical Care Medicine Critical Care/Trauma PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Critical Care/Trauma Location: Bronx, NY Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 2 per cycle Stipend / salary: $50,000/year + $5,000 completion bonus Benefits: Check program website Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: Check program website Application deadline: Cycles open Dec 1 and June 1 How to apply: Direct application Start date: December or June Setting & rotations: Critical care/trauma ICU; Montefiore-Einstein, Bronx NY Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Methodist DeBakey Heart and Vascular Center Cardiothoracic PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Cardiothoracic Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 2-3 per year Stipend / salary: $95,000 Benefits: CME $1,500; PTO, medical/dental, malpractice, life/disability Credential awarded: Certificate of completion Eligibility: ARC-PA grad; NCCPA eligible/certified; TX license; ACLS Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct (3 letters of reference) Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Cardiovascular/cardiothoracic surgery; Houston Methodist Hospital Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Neonatology PA Residency

The Neonatal Physician Assistant Residency Program at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is a 12-month intensive program designed for physician assistants (PAs) seeking to subspecialize in neonatology.

Albert Einstein Medical Center Emergency Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Location: Bronx, NY Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 2 per cycle (2 cycles/yr) Stipend / salary: $50,000 + $5,000 retention bonus Benefits: Check program website Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: New grads and experienced PAs Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct application Start date: Dec 1 and June 1 Setting & rotations: MICU/CTICU/SICU/Neuro ICU; Montefiore-Einstein, Bronx NY Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

DMC Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgery PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Full-time Detroit Medical Group employee (benefits) Credential awarded: Certificate of completion Eligibility: ARC-PA grad; NCCPA certified or eligible Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct (CV, transcripts, 2 LORs, personal statement) Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Orthopedic surgery and sports medicine; clinical and surgical training Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Norwalk Hospital/Yale Surgery PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Surgery Location: Norwalk, CT Accreditation: ARC-PA Accredited (Continued) Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: $50,000-75,000 (residency-level) Benefits: Medical/dental/vision, malpractice, PTO, CME Credential awarded: Postgraduate certificate Eligibility: NCCPA eligible/certified; bachelor's by start Application deadline: March 15 (for Sept entry) How to apply: Direct (online app, 3 LORs incl. PD, transcripts) Start date: September Setting & rotations: Surgery; Norwalk Hospital/Yale, Norwalk CT Accredited by the ARC-PA (Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant) as a Clinical Postgraduate Program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Jane R. Perlman / NorthShore University Health System Emergency Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Location: Evanston, IL Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 2 (1 PA + 1 NP) Stipend / salary: Check program website (benefited) Benefits: Employee benefits Credential awarded: Certificate (EM) Eligibility: PA or NP grad Application deadline: Apps open Jan 1 How to apply: Direct application Start date: October Setting & rotations: Emergency medicine; NorthShore, Evanston IL Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Hartford Healthcare Surgery PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Surgery Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 13 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Competitive stipend Benefits: Health, dental, vision (Hartford HealthCare) Credential awarded: Certificate of completion Eligibility: PA Master's grad; national board cert; CT licensure Application deadline: February 28 How to apply: Direct online application Start date: April and October Setting & rotations: Acute care surgery/trauma/critical care; gen/trauma surgery, SICU, thoracic, vascular Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

University of Florida Surgery PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Surgery Location: Gainesville, FL Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 4 per year Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Check program website Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: Grad of ARC-PA accredited PA program before matriculation Application deadline: Oct 1-31 (for March 1 start) How to apply: Direct (Surgery Education Office) Start date: March 1 Setting & rotations: UF Health Shands; core surgical rotations 4-5 wks each, Gainesville FL Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Carolinas Healthcare System Pediatrics PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Pediatrics Location: Charlotte, NC Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Paid (salaried; amount: Check program website) Benefits: Check program website Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: New or experienced NP/PA graduates Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct application Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Pediatric hospital medicine; Charlotte NC Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Johns Hopkins Hospital Critical Care/Trauma PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Critical Care/Trauma Location: Baltimore, MD Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: $70,176 Benefits: 22 days PTO plus sick time Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: PA Application deadline: March 15 How to apply: Direct (program materials + JHU HR application) Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Surgical/critical care & trauma; Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore MD Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Mayo Clinic Arizona Otolaryngology PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Otolaryngology Location: Scottsdale, AZ Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 2 per year Stipend / salary: $81,000 Benefits: No tuition; biweekly stipend; Mayo benefits Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: PA Application deadline: April 30 How to apply: Direct (Mayo application) Start date: October Setting & rotations: Otolaryngology/head & neck surgery; Phoenix/Scottsdale AZ Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Mayo Clinic Arizona Hospitalist PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Hospitalist Location: Phoenix, AZ Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 4 total (2 tracks) Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Mayo benefits Credential awarded: Certificate (Mayo School of Health Sciences) Eligibility: Grad of accredited PA program; NCCPA certified Application deadline: Nov 1 – April 1 How to apply: Direct (Mayo application) Start date: Mid-October Setting & rotations: Hospital IM/critical care; Mayo Clinic, Phoenix AZ Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Bassett Healthcare Surgery PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Surgery Location: Cooperstown, NY Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 1-2 per year Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Per GME benefits/stipend schedule Credential awarded: Certificate (Bassett Healthcare) Eligibility: ARC-PA grad, NCCPA cert, NY license by matriculation Application deadline: January 1 How to apply: Direct (CV, personal statement, 3 refs, transcripts) Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Surgery; ~50 hr/wk, 2 call nights/mo, 8-wk elective; Cooperstown NY Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Regions Hospital Emergency Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Location: St. Paul, MN Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 18 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: $72,403 yr1 (~$109,689 total); full benefits Benefits: Check program website Credential awarded: Certificate of completion Eligibility: New grads and experienced PAs welcome Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct application Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Emergency medicine + SICU/MICU/hosp med/tox/EMS rotations; St. Paul MN Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

Johns Hopkins – Bayview Hospital Emergency Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Location: Baltimore, MD Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 18 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: $67,496/yr (~$101,244 total) Benefits: Health benefits, tuition support, PTO, liability; ATLS & US training Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: PA Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct (JHU careers) Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Emergency medicine; Johns Hopkins Bayview, Baltimore MD Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Critical Care/Trauma PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Critical Care/Trauma Location: Trinity Health Ann Arbor, MI Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 1 per year Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Food/meal stipend ~$3,000, 1 paid conference/yr, employee benefits Credential awarded: Certificate (CT critical care) Eligibility: ARC-PA grad, NCCPA eligible/certified, MI license Application deadline: Rolling How to apply: Direct (CV, personal statement, 3 LORs, transcripts) Start date: Flexible Setting & rotations: Cardiothoracic/cardiac critical care; Trinity Health Ann Arbor MI Not ARC-PA accredited. Active member program of APPAP (Association of Postgraduate PA Programs); most PA postgraduate programs are not ARC-PA accredited, and APPAP membership indicates a recognized, active program. Visit the program website → Fields marked “Check program website” were not published on a primary source; confirm details on the program’s official site before applying.

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