Physician Assistant (PA) Program Directory & PA Program Match

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That’s exactly what the PA Program Match AI tool does. Paste your stats — GPA, patient care hours, completed prerequisites — and it compares your profile against verified data on every accredited U.S. PA program. Your competitiveness score is free and instant, and you can unlock your full ranked Safety / Target / Reach school list from there.

Welcome to the 2026–2027 Physician Assistant (PA) School Finder — the most comprehensive, free, and interactive directory for prospective PA school applicants. Browse every accredited PA program, search PA programs by state, or filter by what matters most: PA schools that don’t require the GRE, minimum GPA, program length, tuition, PANCE pass rate, prerequisites, healthcare experience, CASPA participation, and class size — every data point verified from primary sources. Accreditation status is checked against the ARC-PA weekly, and program details are re-verified from ARC-PA, CASPA, and each program’s official website on a rolling cycle all year long.

Only here: a “What This Program Looks For in Applicants” summary on every active program page — the preference points, holistic-review criteria, and mission fit each program actually weighs — so you can target your application with confidence.

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Frequently Asked Questions About PA Programs

How many PA programs are there in the United States?

This directory lists more than 350 accredited entry-level physician assistant programs, plus 129 postgraduate PA residency and fellowship programs. Accreditation status is verified directly from the ARC-PA, and every record is reviewed for accuracy every month.

How do I know what each PA program looks for in applicants?

Every active program page includes a “What This Program Looks For in Applicants” summary — the stated preferences, holistic-review criteria, mission and values fit, and preferred experience each program weighs — drawn from the program’s own admissions materials. It’s a feature you won’t find in other PA directories.

Which PA schools don’t require the GRE?

Most accredited PA programs no longer require the GRE. Use the GRE Not Required filter to see the full, current list of PA schools you can apply to without a GRE score.

How do I find PA programs by state?

Open the Locations view to browse PA programs on an interactive U.S. map and see every program in your state.

What’s the difference between a PA program and a PA residency?

An entry-level PA program leads to a master’s degree and eligibility for the PANCE. A postgraduate PA residency or fellowship is optional specialty training (for example, emergency medicine or surgery) for PAs who have already graduated and are certified.

How often is the directory updated?

Continuously. Accreditation status is checked against the ARC-PA weekly, and every program’s deadlines, prerequisites, tuition, and PANCE pass rates are re-verified from primary sources — the ARC-PA, CASPA, and each program’s official website — on a rolling cycle, so the whole directory stays current for each application cycle.

Can AI tell me which PA schools I can get into?

That’s exactly what our new PA Program Match AI tool does. Paste your stats — GPA, patient care hours, completed prerequisites — and it compares your profile against verified data on every accredited U.S. PA program. Your competitiveness score is free and instant, and you can unlock your full ranked Safety / Target / Reach school list from there.

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✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Recruits applicants with cohort-average GPA >3.25 and >750 PCE hours (recent cohorts ~2,200-3,560 PCE hrs). Values direct hands-on patient care. Prefers prereqs (esp. anatomy) within 7 years. Mission emphasizes rural/underserved care in SW Missouri; 100% get rural + underserved rotations. 3 LORs (one preferably from a PA). US citizen/PR only. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. 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: 30 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: $101,145 Nonresident tuition: $101,145 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 86% Five-year first-time PANCE pass rate: No 5-year average yet APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa […]

Drury University Physician Assistant Program

Program Closed: The ARC-PA withdrew this program’s accreditation (2025). The program is completing a teach-out for currently enrolled students and is not accepting new applicants. It is no longer an option for prospective PA students. 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: Permanently Closed 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: Not Accepted TOEFL: Not Required TUITION Resident tuition: $118,368 […]

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 Five Year PANCE Pass Rate < 95% 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 PANCE Pass Rate Permanently Closed Prerequisite GPA Resident Tuition Shadowing Shadowing Required Supplemental Application Supplemental Application Not Required Tuition ≥ $100,000 +

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Holistic admissions. Academic strength via cumulative and science GPA (min 2.8; 3.0+ encouraged) and prerequisite coursework (grade C or better), plus direct patient/health care experience. No standardized exams (GRE/PA-CAT/MCAT) used. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. 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 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: $86,700 Nonresident tuition: $134,700 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 93% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 93% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: July Multiple Start Dates: January — January start: apply by July 15, 2026; a second January cohort closes August 1, 2026. Each cohort has its own CASPA deadline; […]

Utah Valley University Physician Assistant Program

Accreditation Status All PA Programs Application Deadline August 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 Five Year PANCE Pass Rate < 95% GRE Not Required GRE Requirements HCE < 1000 Hours 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 Overall GPA < 3.0 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 Tuition < $100,000

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University of Mount Saint Vincent Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants GPA, interview score, PA shadowing, PCE, service; essay rubric; advanced-degree bonus; rolling admission. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. University of Mount Saint Vincent PA Program Mission Statement The Mission of the College of Mount Saint Vincent’s Master of Physician Assistant Program is to prepare and mentor students to deliver high-quality primary and specialty healthcare that is affordable, compassionate, and accessible in collaboration with physicians and other members of the interprofessional health care team. The program accomplishes this mission by building upon and prioritizing the Graduate Core Competencies of the physician assistant profession. The curriculum design places emphasis on preparing students to practice within diverse and culturally sensitive communities while also developing the critical thinking skills vital in today’s expanding healthcare environment. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Probationary Accreditation Campus Location: Riverdale, New York Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: September Class Duration: 28 months Class Capacity: 55 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: $118,300 Nonresident tuition: $118,300 PANCE […]

California Baptist University Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Holistic, most-qualified selection: transcript/academic performance, letters, 250-word personal statement, interview, and on-site local screening exams in basic math & English. Preference for veterans, CBU graduates, applicants interested in serving the Inland Empire/California shortage areas, US citizens/permanent residents, community-service volunteers, applicants from underrepresented/underserved/rural populations, and global-health interest. Min overall GPA 3.2/science 3.0 (matriculant avgs ~3.7 GPA). (calbaptist.edu MSPA) Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. 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: 60 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 […]

Arcadia University – Delaware Campus Physician Assistant Program

Arcadia University’s Physician Assistant Program prepares graduate students from across the country for careers in todayду»s rapidly changing medical environment. Utilizing the resources of the medical community within the Delaware Valley, the Program provides students with the foundation for professional growth through personal attention, global perspective, and a commitment to excellence.

Chamberlain University Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Bachelor’s any major, min 3.0 overall & prereq-science GPA, 3 LORs; GRE (past 10 yr) requested of interviewees; on-campus interview. Preference: 300+ HCE hrs, 16+ PA shadow hrs, military/veterans, Chamberlain students/alumni, medically-underserved-area residents, first-gen. No advanced placement. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. ★ Straight From the Program — 2026 PAEA Virtual Admissions Fair The admissions team said applications are reviewed holistically, while being direct that published minimums still function as real gates and are not waived. Applicants may apply with prerequisites still in progress, with remaining coursework addressed if invited to interview. A bachelor’s degree earned online can satisfy the degree requirement provided the institution is properly accredited. The program emphasized hands-on patient-care experience specifically, and described student support that includes faculty advisors plus a peer mentorship program pairing clinical-year students with didactic-year students. Shared by this program’s admissions team at the PAEA Virtual PA Admissions Fair on July 11, 2026, and paraphrased here. Admissions guidance changes between cycles — always confirm requirements, deadlines and prerequisites on the program’s official website. Chamberlain University PA Program Mission Statement To educate and […]

University of Evansville Physician Assistant Program

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

Salus at Drexel 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.

Creighton University – Omaha Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants US citizens/permanent residents only. Holistic, rolling review scored on: academic achievement (cumulative & science GPA, rigor), patient-contact experience (quantity AND quality; hands-on direct care preferred), non-healthcare service (Jesuit emphasis), PA shadowing, well-roundedness, written communication, references (3 LORs). No admission preference to any group. Apply early. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. Creighton University – Omaha PA Program Mission Statement The Creighton University Physician Assistant Program mission is to foster a tradition of excellence by transforming learners into compassionate physician assistants who are dedicated to exemplary patient care. Rooted in our Ignatian heritage, we empower students to realize their full potential through a commitment to professional growth and service to humanity. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Omaha, Nebraska Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: August Class Duration: 28 months Class Capacity: 77 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: $71,050 Nonresident tuition: $71,050 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 100% Five year first-time PANCE pass […]

Sacred Heart University Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Holistic: academics, statements, direct PCE, service, attributes, interview. Extra for CT residents/military; Stamford Hospital/Health employees auto-interview. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. Sacred Heart University PA Program Mission Statement Our mission is to provide students with engaging experiences that facilitate lifelong learning, enhance diverse perspectives, emphasize primary care and collaborative practice, and foster a spirit of service with a commitment to continuously improve the health of our communities. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Fairfield, Connecticut Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: August Class Duration: 27 months Class Capacity: 42 (ARC-PA max) Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $1,000 non-refundable enrollment fee (applied to tuition) International Students: Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $119,885 Nonresident tuition: $105,011 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 100% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 93% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: September Supplemental Application: Supplemental Application Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified by deadline GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: 3.0 Prereq GPA: 3.0 Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade […]

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences Physician Assistant Program

This PA Program is No Longer Accepting Students We regret to inform you that the University of St. Augustine for Health 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.

Case Western Reserve University Physician Assistant Program

The CWRU Physician Assistant Program strives to improve access to health care through the education and development of compassionate, highly competent physician assistants who are prepared to provide quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative environment and who are dedicated to: clinical competence by utilizing an investigative and analytic approach to clinical situations and providing care that is evidence-based, safe and equitable; medical professionalism by improving access to high-quality health care by providing care with respect, compassion and integrity.

Union Adventist University Physician Assistant Program

Union’s Master of Physician Assistant Studies degree (MPAS) prepares students from diverse backgrounds for excellence in the physician assistant profession, developing their God-given abilities in harmony with the highest physical, mental, social and spiritual ideals.

Mount St Mary’s University Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Holistic; preferences = local (Frederick Co./30-mi then MD residents), first-gen, multilingual, MSMU alumni, military, higher science GPA; program attributes (cultural humility, empathy, equity, integrity, leadership, maturity, resilience); interview = 1:1 + MMI + team exercise + writing sample. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. ★ Straight From the Program — 2026 PAEA Virtual Admissions Fair The program shared the attributes it screens for in applicants: cultural humility, empathy and compassion, equity, integrity, leadership, maturity and resilience. If you are applying here, those words are worth reading as a checklist for your personal statement and interview prep — they are what the program says it is looking for. Beyond that, go to the program directly for details on how applications are reviewed. Shared by this program’s admissions team at the PAEA Virtual PA Admissions Fair on July 11, 2026, and paraphrased here. Admissions guidance changes between cycles — always confirm requirements, deadlines and prerequisites on the program’s official website. 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 […]

Grand Valley State University-Traverse City Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Non-rolling, holistic. Ranked objectively on academic criteria (overall GPA, last-60 GPA, prereq GPA) plus added consideration for prior healthcare degree, >10,000 HCE hours, military/veteran, >5,000 volunteer hours, >5,000 leadership hours, Casper scores, >=30 GVSU credits, economically disadvantaged background, commitment to underserved. Minimum 500 HCE hours. Traverse City additionally weighs Northern Michigan ties. Apply to only one campus. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. Grand Valley State University-Traverse City PA Program Mission Statement To prepare highly competent physician assistants who embrace diversity, equity and inclusion; lead and advance the profession; and provide quality patient-centered healthcare in all communities and settings. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Traverse City, Michigan Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: August Class Duration: 28 months Class Capacity: 12 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: $98,612 Nonresident tuition: $98,612 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 96% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 93% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application […]

South College-Knoxville Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Same rubric as Atlanta: cumulative/science GPA strength; up to 5 pts for genetics/immunology/physics/organic chem/biochem/advanced bio-chem (A or B); graduate degrees; veteran/military healthcare; HCE type/hours; shadowing; personal statement; GRE/PA-CAT; interview. SC undergrad students meeting prereqs granted one interview. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. South College-Knoxville 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: Knoxville, Tennessee 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: Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $110,250 Nonresident tuition: $110,250 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 96% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 91% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: March Supplemental Application: Supplemental Application Required CASPA Deadline […]

Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Three goals: academic potential, commitment to health care, familiarity with PA role. Preference factors: maturity, compassion/service, resilience, leadership, commitment to practice locally (Midwest residents served by Mayo Clinic Health System), military service. Mayo employees demonstrating local commitment favored. Most seats filled via 3+2 pipeline; only ~1 Pre-PA seat for Class of 2029 – extremely limited. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences PA Program Mission Statement To develop extraordinary PAs through transformational learning, providing optimal health care within patient-centered care teams, distinguished by the exceptional leadership and professionalism common to Mayo Clinic values. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Rochester, Minnesota Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: August Class Duration: 24 months Class Capacity: 24 students Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $250 International Students: Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $127,518 Nonresident tuition: $127,518 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 69% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 85% APPLICATION INFORMATION Deadline Date: June Submitted To: School Directly GPA […]

Rochester Institute of Technology Physician Assistant Program

The Rochester Institute of Technology Physician Assistant Program, built on a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, will prepare students to provide compassionate, high quality patient and health care services. Fundamental to the Program, is a commitment to develop within our students and faculty, the values and skills necessary for the pursuit of life-long learning and dedication to community service.

Touro University California-Los Angeles Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Holistic committee review; program explicitly does NOT favor special groups and states no in-state preference. Minimums: 3.0 cGPA, 3.0 science (BCP) GPA, baccalaureate, 55 units prereqs (C+), 200 PCE hours. Committee weighs personal statement, 3 LORs (one from a PA), academic history, GPAs, health care experience, PA shadowing, leadership. Virtual interviews. Mission emphasizes serving underserved LA communities. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. Touro University California-Los Angeles PA Program Mission Statement Using a social justice framework and a public health lens, the mission of the Joint MSPAS/MPH Program is to: 1. Recruit applicants from under-resourced communities and individuals with a demonstrated interest in serving these communities. 2. Educate PAs who will provide culturally sensitive care and advocate for under-resourced communities. 3. Increase access to high-quality care for under-resourced communities with an emphasis on primary care. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: Panorama City, California Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: August Class Duration: 33 months Class Capacity: See Program Website Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement […]

West Coast University – Texas Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Beyond minimums (3.0 cGPA/BCP GPA, prereqs, Casper), structured holistic process: understanding of the PA profession, graduate-level writing, communication, maturity/professionalism, resilience, growth mindset, teamwork, healthcare success, self-awareness, fit with WCU-Texas values. Personal statement, essays, LORs scored; higher Casper preferred; interview + group activity + writing sample + video. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. West Coast University – Texas PA Program Mission Statement The West Coast University MPA Program prepares students to excel as clinicians and leaders by providing them with opportunities to learn and adopt practice-ready knowledge, skills, and behaviors that are patient-centered, innovative, and embracing cultural humility, adaptability, and agility within the evolving, challenging, and ambiguous context of contemporary healthcare. We prepare professionals who will contribute to the advancement of the physician assistant profession through exemplar practice, life-long learning, and service within and across their healthcare communities. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Richardson, Texas Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: January Class Duration: 24 months Class Capacity: 50 Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement […]

Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions Physician Assistant Program

The mission of the RMUoHP PA Program is to educate competent PA graduates who value and provide comprehensive, evidence-based, patient-centered care and who are committed to lifelong-learning, professional growth, and collaborative practice.

Idaho State University-Meridian Physician Assistant Program

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✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Ranking via file-score using prerequisite GPA (min 3.0), GRE, and points for healthcare/work experience. Considers maturity, interpersonal skills, and evidence of desire to practice primary care in Idaho among the medically underserved. HRSA rural grant favors students intending rural work. Required: bachelor’s by June 30, prereqs (min C), GRE by Nov 1, 3 LORs. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. Idaho State University-Meridian PA Program Mission Statement We cultivate caring, collaborative physician assistants with a passion to serve and improve the health and well-being of patients and their communities. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Meridian, Idaho Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: August Class Duration: 24 months Class Capacity: 36 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: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $91,566 Nonresident tuition: $150,570 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 94% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 93% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: November Supplemental Application: Supplemental Application Required CASPA Deadline Type: Completed Fee: $65 […]

University of Lynchburg Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Points-based rubric weighting academic achievement and quality/quantity of direct patient care. Evaluated on all academic work (cumulative, science, prerequisite GPA), official GRE scores, LORs, supplemental data, interview scores, patient care experience, service, and leadership. Five bonus points to University of Lynchburg graduates and Veterans. Values first-generation students, applicants from economically/environmentally underrepresented populations, minority applicants, and military. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. University of Lynchburg PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the University of Lynchburg School of PA Medicine is to educate PAs to become compassionate health care providers with an emphasis on teamwork, communication, human diversity and patient-centered care. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Lynchburg, Virginia Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: May Class Duration: 27 months Class Capacity: 40 (maximum) Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $1,500 (non-refundable) International Students: Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $105,840 Nonresident tuition: $105,840 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 97% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 100% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application […]

Southern Nazarene University Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Min bachelor’s, 3.0 cum & prereq GPA (prereqs C+); no entrance exam. Tiered interview weighting on academics (cum/prereq/last-30 GPA; 3.76-4.0 most preferred), plus patient care, community service, LORs, Nazarene affiliation (SNU alumni auto-interview; Nazarene grads/members preferred). Shadowing/HCE/service not required. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. Southern Nazarene University PA Program Mission Statement The SNU PA program strives to train competent Physician Assistants to practice medicine with empathy and compassion, serving Oklahoma and all nations in a Christlike manner. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Developing-Not Accredited Campus Location: Bethany, Oklahoma Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: January Class Duration: 24 months Class Capacity: 36 Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $1,000 International Students: Not Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $106,981 Nonresident tuition: $106,981 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: No graduates yet Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: No graduates yet APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: September Supplemental Application: Supplemental Application Required CASPA Deadline Type: Completed Fee: None GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: See […]

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.

University of Toledo Physician Assistant Program

The University of Toledo Physician Assistant Program is a twenty-seven month graduate program leading to a Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) degree with a Physician Assistant concentration. It was the first graduate level PA Program in the State of Ohio.

Barry University-Miami Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Holistic, highly competitive (~2,500 apps/yr); competitive overall & science GPA ~3.4-3.5 and 1,000+ direct patient-care hours. Favors higher GPA, PA-CAT, patient-care/work experience; credits military/service, leadership, mission congruence, diversity, disadvantaged status, multilingual fluency (serving underserved). Interview by invitation. (barry.edu PA FAQs) Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. Barry University-Miami PA Program Mission Statement The Barry University Physician Assistant Program educates students in the practice of collaborative medicine and encourages life-long learning and professional development. It fosters a technology rich environment and clinical training experiences among diverse patient populations. The Program enables students to develop competencies required to meet the health care needs of contemporary society. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Miami Shores, Florida Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: August Class Duration: 28 months Class Capacity: 76 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: $103,000 Nonresident tuition: $103,000 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 92% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 88% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes […]

University of South Carolina SOM Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Scored on GRE (300+ preferred), patient-care hours, LORs, personal statement. Preference: SC residents, USC alumni, US veterans, cumulative GPA >=3.2, science GPA >=3.2, GRE >=300, 2000+ HCE hours. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. University of South Carolina SOM PA Program Mission Statement We educate and train highly competent, compassionate, and collaborative PAs to deliver patient-centered care as part of an interprofessional team. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Columbia, South Carolina Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: January Class Duration: 27 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: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $52,815 Nonresident tuition: $91,896 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 100% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 98% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: August Supplemental Application: Supplemental Application Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified Fee: None GPA Overall GPA: 3.2 Science GPA: 3.2 Science GPA: 3.20 Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: See Program Website Science: See Program Website Prerequisite […]

Northeastern State University Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants cGPA/sGPA 3.0 hard cutoff (no exceptions); holistic review; PCE counted as a positive (no minimum). Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. Northeastern State University PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the NSU PA program is to produce qualified, compassionate and competent physician assistants for medically underserved populations of northeastern Oklahoma and the surrounding region. Although the NSU PA program endeavors to care for all underserved Oklahomans, populations that have historically been the focus of our mission include American Indians, as well as rural and Black communities in Oklahoma. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Probationary Accreditation Campus Location: Muskogee, Oklahoma Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: October Class Duration: 27 months Class Capacity: 20 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: $131,859 Nonresident tuition: $166,497 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 94% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 85% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: October Supplemental Application: Supplemental Application Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Received by […]

University of Nevada Reno Physician Assistant Program

The mission of the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine Physician Assistant (PA) Program is to train flexible and committed primary care clinicians dedicated to strengthening health care in their communities. The vision of the program is to expand and enhance access to health care for all Nevadans through PA workforce development and advocacy for the profession.

West Coast University – California Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Preference for: strong GPAs (>3.5); academic rigor (no repeats/withdrawals/incompletes, 12+ credit semesters); understanding of PA role (500+ HCE hours, shadowing); strong written communication. Faculty decisions after group + multiple mini interviews and a writing station (virtual). cGPA 3.0 and BCP/prereq GPA 3.0 minimums; B- or better in all prerequisites. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. ★ Straight From the Program — 2026 PAEA Virtual Admissions Fair The admissions team encouraged applicants to apply as soon as the cycle opens, provided prerequisites are complete or a clear completion plan is in place. Clinical rotations take place in the second year and are based in the Los Angeles area, so think realistically in advance about commuting, relocation and housing. On experience, the team said direct interaction with patients is the key factor, but the actual responsibilities of the role — not the job title — determine whether it counts. Interviews are conducted by the program’s own PA faculty and staff. Shared by this program’s admissions team at the PAEA Virtual PA Admissions Fair on July 11, 2026, and paraphrased here. Admissions guidance changes […]

University of Dubuque 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.

Penn State University Physician Assistant Program

The Penn State PA Program, located on the Penn State College of Medicine Campus in Hershey, Pennsylvania, is a 24-month, full-time graduate program with the inaugural 30-student class enrolling in May 2014 and graduating in May 2016.

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.

Morehouse School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Bachelor’s degree; min cumulative and science GPA 3.0; min 500 paid direct PCE hours; GRE or PA-CAT (no minimum); three LORs; up to 2 outstanding prerequisites allowed at submission. Required pre-matriculation coursework (Student Success Program). No advanced standing. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. Morehouse School of Medicine PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the Morehouse School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program is to lead the creation and advancement of health equity by empowering and educating the next generation of physician assistants to achieve academic, personal, and professional success and become committed life-long learners who will provide compassionate, high quality, patient-centered care to meet the primary health care needs of the urban and rural underserved populations in Georgia and the nation. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Atlanta, Georgia Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: June Class Duration: 28 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 (nonrefundable matriculation fee) International Students: Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $79,971 Nonresident […]

University of Saint Francis (Fort Wayne) Physician Assistant Program

The Department of Physician Assistant Studies provides education in medical knowledge and skills needed by individuals to serve effectively as mid-level practitioners with a special focus on meeting the needs of underserved populations.

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.

Desales University Physician Assistant Program

The mission of the Physician Assistant program is consistent with the enduring Christian Humanistic traditions of DeSales University and seeks to graduate physician assistants who dedicate themselves to the patient as an individual. Physician assistant gradВ¬uates will further the vision of Christian Humanism and Salesian tradition by: focusing on preventative health care and wellness; promoting competent and capable health care to patients of diverse populations in a variety of settings; emphasizing the patient holistically, i.e., considering the context of family, local community, and society in general; promoting life-long learning; supporting cultural diversity; and incorporating ethical principles into a patient-focused practice.

University of Pittsburgh Physician Assistant Program

The Physician Assistant Studies Program is committed to the development of highly qualified physician assistants who will serve as tomorrow’s leaders in the delivery of health care, patient education and professional service. The intent of healthcare reform is to provide care for all Americans while reducing healthcare costs through preventive care.

Stanford University Physician Assistant Program

The program strives to achieve its mission in all aspects of its operations, including student selection, didactic and clinical curriculum, and graduate outcomes. The faculty and students engage in teaching and learning, community outreach, and advocacy that focus on improving the health status of California’s citizens, particularly those in medically underserved areas.

Northwestern College Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Interview assesses understanding of the PA profession, understanding of the NWC PA Program, interpersonal skills, commitment to learning, self-awareness, critical thinking/problem solving, cultural competency Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. Northwestern College PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the Northwestern College Physician Assistant Program is to equip faith-filled providers with exceptional medical education to serve in all communities with an emphasis on rural and underserved populations with excellence, integrity, and compassion. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Orange City, Iowa Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: May Class Duration: 27 months Class Capacity: 32 Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $500 non-refundable tuition deposit (due within 7 days of acceptance) International Students: Accepted TOEFL: Required TUITION Resident tuition: $93,960 Nonresident tuition: $93,960 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 100% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 92 APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: September Supplemental Application: Supplemental Application Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified by deadline Fee: $50 GPA Overall GPA: 3.3 Science GPA: 3.3 […]

Lincoln Memorial University-Knoxville Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Holistic review weighting: academic performance (cumulative & science GPA, GRE percentiles), CASPA personal statement, 3 evaluation letters, program-specific responses, interview, professional behavior, healthcare/shadowing experience. Preference: Appalachian-region residents (tiered: TN highest; then KY/VA/NC/WV; then OH/PA/AL/GA), military/veterans, LMU students and GPA-Program students, articulation-agreement schools. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. ★ Straight From the Program — 2026 PAEA Virtual Admissions Fair This program gave one of the clearest breakdowns of experience categories at the fair: patient-care experience can be hands-on care or directly supporting a provider delivering hands-on care; shadowing is strictly observational; and healthcare experience is a support role without hands-on patient contact. The admissions team stressed that only in-person shadowing counts, and that working alongside a clinician does not substitute for shadowing. A practical CASPA tip: you can add new shadowing experiences but cannot edit existing entries — contact the program directly if something needs updating. The program gives tiered admissions preference to applicants whose permanent residence is in the Appalachian region. Shared by this program’s admissions team at the PAEA Virtual PA Admissions Fair on July 11, 2026, and paraphrased […]

Bay Path University Physician Assistant Program

The Bay Path College Physician Assistant Program educates a diverse student body to develop compassionate, culturally aware healthcare providers who advocate for their patients, maintain the highest quality and ethical standards of care, and recognize their obligation to care for the underserved, and fosters the advancement of and leadership in the Physician Assistant profession.

Faulkner University Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Applications scored via pre-screening rubric; qualifying applicants offered interviews while seats remain. Min GPA 3.0 overall / 3.0 science / 3.0 prereq (each >= C). Minimum 40 hours PA shadowing. CASPA-verified applicants receive a Faulkner supplemental form (incl. Technical Standards Attestation).Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. Faulkner University PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the Faulkner University Physician Assistant program is to train competent and caring medical professionals, in a Christian environment, to address the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs of individuals in the communities where they live and work. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Montgomery, Alabama Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: August Class Duration: 27 months Class Capacity: 50 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: $102,725 Nonresident tuition: $102,725 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 89% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 87% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: April Supplemental Application: Supplemental Application Required CASPA Deadline Type: […]

Pacific University Physician Assistant Program

The School of Physician Assistant Studies prepares and mentors students within an innovative curriculum to provide quality care for a diverse global community focusing on primary care for underserved and rural populations.

Randolph-Macon College Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Holistic, rolling review. Min 3.0 cumulative and science GPA; prerequisites with grade C or better; required GRE (no cutoff) and CASPer; 3 LORs; bachelor’s; US citizen/permanent resident. Preference for first-generation college students and applicants from medically-underserved areas (MUA) or health professions shortage areas (HPSA). Patient-contact experience preferred but not required. RMC undergraduates meeting criteria are guaranteed an interview. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. Randolph-Macon College PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the Randolph-Macon College Physician Assistant Program is to address gaps in healthcare delivery and equity by producing highly-qualified, compassionate PAs, prepared through a blended biomedical science and liberal arts education, equipped to impact health system, provider, and patient needs. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: Ashland, Virginia Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: January Class Duration: 24 months Class Capacity: 40 Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $750 International Students: Not Accepted TOEFL: Not Required TUITION Resident tuition: $97,968 Nonresident tuition: $97,968 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: No graduates yet […]

Yale University Physician Associate Program

The mission of the Yale University School of Medicine Physician Associate Program is to educate individuals to become outstanding clinicians and to foster leaders who will serve their communities and advance the physician assistant profession.

South University-Tampa Physician Assistant Program

The Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies program, offered at South University’s Savannah and Tampa campuses, offers you effective learning opportunities designed to prepare you to perform expected competencies in an ethical, legal, safe, and effective manner upon graduation and become a physician assistant.

Western University of Health Sciences Physician Assistant Program

We have a nationally recognized program and offer you: Quote: “At WesternU I received a well-rounded education. Not only did I gain the medical knowledge necessary to fulfill my role as a Physician Assistant, but I learned to always listen and be compassionate.” MSPA Student A record of consistently high first-time pass rates on the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE) A small, private, health-focused institution that fosters interprofessional learning. Clinical experiences that develops professional and communication skills at a wide range of clinical sites. Top faculty who interact with the students. A well established program accredited by the Accreditation Review Committee on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)

George Washington University Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Holistic review (~2,500 apps/yr): science preparation/academic achievement, direct patient and healthcare experience, community service, leadership, and unique characteristics (e.g., second-language proficiency). Prioritizes first-generation students, economically/educationally disadvantaged applicants, military veterans, and those from health professions shortage areas. Interview is 5-station MMI. Min cumulative and science GPA both 3.2; 1,000 PCE hours and 3 LORs required. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. George Washington University PA Program Mission Statement The George Washington University Physician Assistant Program’s mission is to prepare physician assistants who demonstrate clinical excellence; embrace diversity, equity and inclusion; advocate for their patients; lead and advance the profession; and serve their communities. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation Campus Location: Washington, District of Columbia Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: June Class Duration: 24 months Class Capacity: 70 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: $114,594 Nonresident tuition: $114,594 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 98% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 97% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes […]

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

ECPI University Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Point-based holistic rubric. Academics: competitive applicants exceed 3.0 minimums. Life-experience points for socioeconomic factors (income, first-generation, raised in medically underserved/HRSA area), community involvement. Non-traditional points: military/veteran, >=2 yrs post-undergrad, prior master’s, Hampton Roads local (75-mile) preference. DPC: min 500 hrs, competitive >1200 hrs. MMI interviews. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. ECPI PA Program PA Program Mission Statement The Physician Assistant Program will provide a challenging and innovative academic setting for students from diverse backgrounds to become physician assistants. Graduates will provide exceptional healthcare, promote health equity, commit to personal and professional growth, and lead in the communities they serve. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: Virginia Beach, Virginia Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: July Class Duration: 24 months Class Capacity: 50 Decision Criteria: Matched to mission academic ability and understanding role of physician assistant, personal interview, personal statement Seat Deposit: $1,000 International Students: Accepted TOEFL: See Program Website TUITION Resident tuition: $115,000 Nonresident tuition: $115,000 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: No graduates yet Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: No graduates yet APPLICATION […]

Thomas Jefferson University, East Falls Campus Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Rolling (Nov 1). Reviews CASPA cum & science GPA, recency of coursework, amount/type of DPC (higher-scope weighted more), LORs, personal statement. Min 3.25 cum & sci GPA; min 200 DPC hrs (only item required complete at application). Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. Thomas Jefferson University, East Falls 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: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: July Class Duration: 25 months Class Capacity: 90 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 Direct Entry / Dual Degree: Yes (BS-MS) — 4+2 Health Sciences BS / PA Studies MS dual degree with an assured graduate seat if progression criteria are met. Entry limited to students with 15 or fewer […]

Lincoln Memorial University – Harrogate Physician Assistant Program

The PA program at LMU-DCOM offers graduate level professional education for students who desire to become Physician Assistants. The program provides the academic and clinical training needed to practice as a competent, reliable extender of the physician. The program is a full-time, 27-month curriculum that provides students the opportunity to earn a Master of Medical Science degree and certificate of completion to meet the eligibility requirements for the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE). The PA program only provides classes at the Harrogate campus.

Baylor College of Medicine Physician Assistant Program

Baylor College of Medicine is committed to being a national leader in advancing human health through the integration of patient care, research, education, and community service. In this context, the mission of the 30-month Master of Science Physician Assistant (PA) Program is to educate PAs who will provide excellent health care to individuals and communities in a broad range of settings. The core values embraced by the program’s faculty include honesty, integrity, self-motivation, flexibility, lifelong learning, reflective practice, teamwork, and primary concern for the patient’s welfare.

University of Kentucky Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Holistic (academic success + personal attributes/experiences). Values academic excellence, leadership, lifelong learning, ethics/professionalism. Min bachelor’s, 2.75 UGPA floor; reviews prereq & CASPA science GPA; patient-contact required (no min hrs); BLS by matriculation. No standardized exam. 40 Lexington / 16 Morehead; apply to one campus. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. 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 total (40 Lexington + 16 Morehead) 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: $57,372 Nonresident tuition: $109,749 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 78% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 88% […]

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.

Oklahoma State University Physician Assistant Program

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Preference to Oklahoma residents; diversity preference (geographically underserved/raised rural, first-gen, military); academic excellence, community service, extracurriculars, HCE, shadowing, leadership, mission fit (rural/underserved practice intent). Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. 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: Continuing 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: $33,075 Nonresident tuition: $72,275 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: 100% Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 95% APPLICATION INFORMATION Caspa Participant: Yes Application Deadline: October Supplemental Application: Supplemental Application Not Required CASPA Deadline Type: Verified by deadline GPA Overall GPA: 3.0 Science GPA: 3.0 Prereq GPA: 3.0 Average Applicant GPA Accepted: Overall: 3.76 Science: […]

Missouri State University (formerly SWMS) Physician Assistant Program

Missouri State University is a public, comprehensive metropolitan system with a statewide mission in public affairs, whose purpose is to develop educated persons. The University’s identity is distinguished by its public affairs mission, which entails a campus-wide commitment to foster expertise and responsibility in ethical leadership, cultural competence and community engagement.

Harding University Physician Assistant Program

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

University of the Pacific Physician Assistant Program

The mission of the Physician Assistant Program at University of the Pacific is to provide students with a superior, learner-centered educational experience that will produce compassionate health care professionals committed to life-long learning and leadership in their careers and communities.

Tarleton State University Physician Assistant

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants Holistic rubric weighing metrics (3.0 minimums in overall, prerequisite, and last-60 GPA), attributes, and experience. Automatic interview for military/veterans and Tarleton alumni/current students meeting minimums. Favorable consideration for TX/OK residents, A&M System affiliation, first-generation college, and residence/clinical experience in HRSA-designated MUA/HPSA. 500 PCE hours minimum required to be reviewed. Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website. Tarleton State University PA Program Mission Statement The mission of the Tarleton MMSc PAM program is to educate servant leaders of diverse backgrounds as Physician Assistants who will provide exceptional healthcare in an interprofessional setting; and serve rural and medically underserved populations through community involvement, public health policy and advocacy. PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Accredited Status: Provisional Accreditation Campus Location: Stephenville, Texas Degrees Offered: Masters Class Start Month: January 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: $1,000 International Students: Not Accepted TOEFL: See Program Website TUITION Resident tuition: $79,520 Nonresident tuition: $95,520 PANCE PASS RATE First-time PANCE pass rate: No graduates yet Five year first-time PANCE […]

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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.

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.

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.

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 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.

New York Presbyterian-Weill Cornell Medical Center Emergency Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Location: New York, NY Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 14 months Positions per year: 4 per class Stipend / salary: $75,700 (2025-26) Benefits: Medical/dental/vision, paid vacation, $750 CME Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: ARC-PA grad, NCCPA cert Application deadline: March 1 How to apply: Email [email protected] Start date: November Setting & rotations: Emergency medicine; NYP/Weill Cornell, New York 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.

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.

WECP Emergency Medicine Post Graduate Program for Advanced Practice Providers

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Location: Wichita, KS Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 15 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Competitive salary; licensing/cert reimbursed Benefits: Medical/dental, short-term disability, 80 hrs PTO, retirement if hired Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: Accredited PA/NP grad, ACLS/PALS, treats peds + adult Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct (CV + personal statement) Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Emergency medicine, 3000+ hrs; Wichita Emergency Care Physicians, Wichita KS 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The US Army/ Air Force-Baylor Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant (EMPA) Residency Emergency Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Location: San Antonio, TX Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 18 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Active-duty military pay Benefits: Military benefits; DSc degree awarded; ~3,460 clinical + 740 didactic hrs Credential awarded: Doctor of Science (DSc) degree Eligibility: Active-duty Army/Air Force PA Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct (military/Army-Baylor application) Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Emergency medicine/critical care; SAUSHEC, San Antonio 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

UCSF Fresno Orthopedic Surgery PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery Location: Fresno, CA Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12-13 months Positions per year: 2 per year Stipend / salary: $50,000 Benefits: Medical/dental/vision, life, disability, ~$800/mo allowance, 401k Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: Grad of accredited PA program; NCCPA certified; CA license-eligible Application deadline: Rolling/year-round How to apply: Direct application Start date: Rolling Setting & rotations: Orthopaedic surgery; 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.

Yale New Haven Hospital Emergency Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Location: New Haven, CT Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 18 months Positions per year: Check program website Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Check program website Credential awarded: Certificate (Yale School of Medicine & YNHH); EM CAQ eligible Eligibility: PAs and family NPs Application deadline: December 12 How to apply: Direct (online application each October) Start date: Late May/early June Setting & rotations: Level I adult & pediatric trauma center; New Haven CT 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.

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.

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.

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.

Carilion Clinic Emergency Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Emergency Medicine Location: Roanoke, VA Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 2 per year Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Full medical/dental/disability, 3 wks PTO, ACLS/ATLS/PALS, CME budget, scrubs Credential awarded: Certificate Eligibility: Grad of accredited PA program; NCCPA certified Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct application Start date: February Setting & rotations: Emergency 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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Arrowhead Regional Medical Center OB-GYN PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: OB-GYN Location: San Bernardino County, CA 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-C Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Email [email protected] Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: OB/GYN; Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, San Bernardino County 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Illinois Bone and Joint Institute Orthopedic Surgery PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery Location: Chicago suburbs, IL Accreditation: Not ARC-PA Accredited Program length: 12 months Positions per year: 5-7 per year Stipend / salary: Check program website Benefits: Health & malpractice insurance, 10 days PTO Credential awarded: Certificate of training (IBJI) Eligibility: ARC-PA grad; NCCPA eligible/certified; IL license-eligible Application deadline: Rolling/year-round How to apply: Direct (2 references incl. PA program director) Start date: Staggered July & fall Setting & rotations: Orthopedic surgery; didactic + clinical; Chicago suburbs 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.

Carolinas Healthcare System Family Medicine PA Residency

PA Postgraduate Program at a Glance Specialty: Family Medicine 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 (APP Fellowship, Primary Care) Eligibility: PA or NP; graduate of accredited program Application deadline: Check program website How to apply: Direct via Atrium CAP Fellowship application Start date: Check program website Setting & rotations: Primary care/rural primary care; outpatient, all ages; specialty rotations 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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