Franklin Pierce University (Goodyear) Physician Assistant Program
Goodyear, Arizona · Masters
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2026–2027 current rates; two-year estimate for August 2027 entry.
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Mission & approach
The Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) Hybrid Program is designed to prepare PAs to provide compassionate care with the highest level of clinical excellence and ethical standards. We develop PAs who are patient advocates, critical thinkers, and lifelong learners. We nurture the development of culturally sensitive leaders who embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion to serve patients within their communities.
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What this program looks for in applicants
Holistic multi-domain: academic readiness (GPA, last-60, rigor, grad degree), professional readiness (DPC, HCE, licensure, leadership, PA shadow, PA-role understanding), mission alignment (HRSA MUA/HPSA, rural, first-gen, bilingual, primary-care interest, service, veteran), narrative/LORs. Interview on academic+professional; rest scored after. Min 3.0 overall & sci GPA. PCE not required.
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Program admissions informationHow this program interviews
Virtual interviews are scheduled biweekly starting in mid-August and continue until the incoming cohort is full; applicants are evaluated on a structured multi-domain review of academic and professional readiness.
Source checked Aug 1, 2026. Interview formats and dates can change between cycles.
Program interview informationAdmissions & prerequisites
Admission requirements
Prerequisite coursework
Semester creditsReview each course, its lab, and the program’s policies. Your links are planning records; the program decides equivalency.
Courses shown as alternatives in the table are not all required. Confirm the accepted route with the program.
- Organic Chemistry or Biochemistry: Organic Chemistry with lab OR Biochemistry with lab
- Anatomy and Physiology pathway: Anatomy & Physiology I and II with labs OR Anatomy (separate A&P pathway) + Physiology (separate A&P pathway)
| Course | Credits | Lab | Min grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anatomy & Physiology I and II with labs2 course(s) Each course is 4 semester credits (6 quarter credits). Separate Anatomy and Physiology courses are acceptable at a combined minimum of 8 semester or 12 quarter credits. | 8Semester credits | Required | C |
| Anatomy (separate A&P pathway) Anatomy plus Physiology may replace A&P I and II if the two courses total at least 8 semester or 12 quarter credits. Per-course credit and lab requirements are not specified. | Not publishedSemester credits | Not specified | C |
| Physiology (separate A&P pathway) Physiology plus Anatomy may replace A&P I and II if the two courses total at least 8 semester or 12 quarter credits. Per-course credit and lab requirements are not specified. | Not publishedSemester credits | Not specified | C |
Biology with labCourse notes & alternatives8 semester credits. Older Arizona program materials list different amounts. | 8Semester credits | Required | C |
General Chemistry I and II with labs2 course(s)Course notes & alternativesEach course is 4 semester credits (6 quarter credits). | 8Semester credits | Required | C |
Microbiology with labCourse notes & alternatives4 semester credits (6 quarter credits). | 4Semester credits | Required | C |
StatisticsCourse notes & alternatives3 semester credits (4.5 quarter credits); no lab requirement stated. | 3Semester credits | Not required | C |
| Organic Chemistry with lab 4 semester credits (6 quarter credits); alternative to Biochemistry. | 4Semester credits | Required | C |
| Biochemistry with lab 4 semester credits (6 quarter credits); alternative to Organic Chemistry. | 4Semester credits | Required | C |
Policies that can change your plan
- Campus and track
- Check the Goodyear, Arizona requirements; Franklin Pierce's New Hampshire and Texas programs have different course rules.
- Older Arizona course lists may differ from the current one.
- The current list has Biology at 8 credits and Organic Chemistry or Biochemistry at 4 credits with lab, for 35 credits total. Older lists show different biology credits and totals.
- A&P alternative
- You can take Anatomy and Physiology as separate courses if they total at least 8 semester credits. Per-course credit and lab rules are not specified.
- Accreditation status
- The program is on ARC-PA probation through its next review in March 2027.
The Arizona MPAS Hybrid is a separate program from Franklin Pierce’s New Hampshire and Texas programs. Requirements: 3.0 cumulative GPA and 3.0 science GPA; GRE not required; TOEFL required for applicants born outside the U.S. who did not graduate from a U.S. high school. The program is on ARC-PA probation through its March 2027 review.
When courses must be complete: All prerequisites must be finished with a C or better before you start the program. You may have up to two outstanding when you apply.
Dates & application steps
Your application must be verified by the deadline.
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Published cost estimate
2026–2027 current rates; two-year estimate for August 2027 entry.$58,428 academic year × 2 documented years · Rates for future entering classes are not confirmed. The university publishes one common rate for the Arizona campus.
Projected tuition: $116,856, based on the 2026–2027 annual tuition of $58,428 for two academic years. Rates for the August 2027 entering class (2027–2028 and later) are not confirmed and may change. This is not a published total tuition for the program.
Curriculum & clinical training
Online didactic learning and campus immersion
Students generally remain in their home communities while completing online coursework and two approximately one-week required Goodyear immersions.
In-person clinical experiences
Supervised experiences take place at program-approved sites across the United States.
Goodyear, Arizona: 24-month hybrid program. Clinical assignments may require travel or temporary relocation; home-based didactic learning does not guarantee local clinical placements.
The admitted class
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The program’s track record
Graduate outcomes
PANCE pass rates
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- First-time PANCE pass rate: No graduates yet
First-time program results are not yet available; no graduates have been reported.
- Five-year first-time PANCE pass rate: No graduates yet
Five-year first-time results are not yet available.
Accreditation history
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Links to the program’s own pages and the official directories we use.
- Franklin Pierce Academic Catalog — Arizona Hybrid MPAS
- Franklin Pierce MPAS Hybrid Arizona — Program and Admissions
- Franklin Pierce Arizona hybrid PA FAQ
- Franklin Pierce Arizona PA admissions contact
- Franklin Pierce Arizona-campus cost of attendance
- PA School Finder deadline record
- ARC-PA currently accredited programs — sponsoring-institution directory
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