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Address & Contact

Our Address

Hardin-Simmons University 2200 Hickory Street HSU Box 16236 Abilene , TX 79698

GPS

32.47586922303237, -99.73418451893312

Telephone

(325)670-1702

Email

[email protected]

Web

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✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants

Holistic review of overall and science GPA, healthcare experience, volunteer hours, PA shadowing, personal statement, and LORs.

Interview evaluates communication, professionalism, leadership, graduate readiness, problem-solving, PA-profession knowledge, academic preparedness, commitment to community service, and motivation to serve. No minimum PCE hours; GRE not accepted; PA-CAT optional.

Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website.

💬 How This Program Interviews

Format: One-on-one and group Where: On campus

HSU interviews only in person on its Abilene, Texas campus and offers no virtual option. Interview day includes an individual faculty interview, a moderated group interview, and a critical-thinking writing assessment.

Summarized from Hardin-Simmons University’s own admissions and interview pages — verified 2026-08-01. Interview formats and dates change between cycles, so confirm with the program before you make travel plans. See the program’s interview page.

Hardin – Simmons University PA Program Mission Statement

The Hardin-Simmons University Physician Assistant program is dedicated to academic excellence in medical education. Our mission is to develop and prepare compassionate, professional PA providers who are committed to life-long leadership, learning, and community service. Our graduates will work as part of the healthcare team to deliver exceptional healthcare to rural West Texas and under-served communities worldwide.

PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

  • Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation
  • Campus Location: Abilene, Texas
  • Degrees Offered: Masters
  • Class Start Month: August
  • Class Duration: 27 months
  • Class Capacity: 30
  • Seat Deposit: $1,200
  • International Students: Accepted
  • TOEFL: Required

TUITION

  • Total cost with required fees: $116,117
  • Resident tuition: $106,000 (excludes program fees)
  • Nonresident tuition: $106,000 (excludes program fees)

PANCE PASS RATE

  • First-time PANCE pass rate: 90%
  • Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 94%

APPLICATION INFORMATION

GPA

  • Overall GPA: 3.0
  • Science GPA: 3.0
  • Prereq GPA: No Minimum
  • Average Applicant GPA Accepted:
    • Overall: 3.71
    • Science: 3.61
  • Prerequisite GPA: See Program Website
  • Prerequisite completion: See Program Website
  • Prerequisite Coursework: General Chemistry (4 cr); Organic Chemistry (4 cr); General Biology (8 cr); Anatomy (4 cr); Physiology (4 cr); Microbiology (4 cr); General Psychology (3 cr); Social Science (3 cr, or General Psych); English (3 cr); Statistics (3 cr) — No expiration

EXPERIENCE

  • Required Experience Hours (PCE/HCE): See program website

SHADOWING

  • PA Shadowing Recommended

EVALUATIONS

GRE

CASPer

PA-CAT

PAEA Program Directory

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