Franklin Pierce University- Texas Physician Assistant Program
Round Rock, Texas · Masters
Tuition + fees $120,896
Projected 24-month billed tuition and comprehensive fees at 2026–27 rates
A closer look
Texas-based hybrid MPAS program: students attend the virtual classroom, build hands-on skills during immersion weeks in Round Rock, and train at Texas clinical hubs.
Mission & approach
The Franklin Pierce University Texas MPAS Program is dedicated to the education and growth of the next generation of physician assistant clinicians through innovative, evidence-based education, professional development, and the best-practice of clinical skills. Our program will develop culturally sensitive clinicians who embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion when caring for patients within their communities.
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What this program looks for in applicants
Apply via CASPA, verified by Nov 1, first-come/first-served review. Requires overall cumulative GPA >=3.0 and science GPA >=3.2, plus 3 letters of recommendation and CASPer. Applicants ranked for interview by GPA, personal statement, letters of recommendation, CASPer z-score, and clinical experience. 24-month hybrid (virtual didactic + Texas in-person immersion weeks at Round Rock).
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Program admissions informationHow this program interviews
Applications are ranked for interview using GPA, personal statement, letters of recommendation, and clinical experience; selected candidates are then notified by the admissions coordinator to schedule a virtual interview.
Source checked Aug 1, 2026. Interview formats and dates can change between cycles.
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Admission requirements
Prerequisite coursework
Semester credits. The program advertises 33 prerequisite credits, but the individual course minimums add up to 31.Review 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 / Biochemistry: Organic Chemistry OR Biochemistry
| Course | Credits | Lab | Min grade |
|---|---|---|---|
Anatomy & Physiology I and II2 course(s)Course notes & alternativesTwo 4-credit courses, each with lab. Check with the program about course matching. | 8Semester credits. The program advertises 33 prerequisite credits, but the individual course minimums add up to 31. | Required | C |
General Chemistry I and II2 course(s)Course notes & alternativesTwo 4-credit courses, both with labs. | 8Semester credits. The program advertises 33 prerequisite credits, but the individual course minimums add up to 31. | Required | C |
| Organic Chemistry Organic Chemistry or Biochemistry; 3 credits. Lab requirement for either option not published — check with the program. | 3Semester credits. The program advertises 33 prerequisite credits, but the individual course minimums add up to 31. | Not specified | C |
| Biochemistry Biochemistry or Organic Chemistry; 3 credits. Lab requirement for either option not published — check with the program. | 3Semester credits. The program advertises 33 prerequisite credits, but the individual course minimums add up to 31. | Not specified | C |
MicrobiologyCourse notes & alternatives4 credits with lab. | 4Semester credits. The program advertises 33 prerequisite credits, but the individual course minimums add up to 31. | Required | C |
Biological ScienceCourse notes & alternatives4 credits with lab; the program does not specify a narrower course title. | 4Semester credits. The program advertises 33 prerequisite credits, but the individual course minimums add up to 31. | Required | C |
StatisticsCourse notes & alternatives3 credits. | 3Semester credits. The program advertises 33 prerequisite credits, but the individual course minimums add up to 31. | Not required | C |
Medical TerminologyCourse notes & alternatives1 credit. | 1Semester credits. The program advertises 33 prerequisite credits, but the individual course minimums add up to 31. | Not required | C |
Policies that can change your plan
- Overall GPA
- Minimum cumulative GPA 3.0.
- Science GPA
- Minimum overall science GPA 3.2.
- Course age
- Coursework within 10 years is strongly recommended, not a hard limit.
- Coursework
- Regionally accredited U.S. institution; high-school AP credit accepted.
Complete all prerequisites before matriculation with a C or better. The program strongly recommends coursework within 10 years. Whether the Organic Chemistry or Biochemistry option requires a lab is not published — check with the program. The advertised 33 credits do not match the itemized list (a two-credit difference); check with the program.
When courses must be complete: CASPA-verified application due October 1; all prerequisites completed before matriculation.
Dates & application steps
CASPA applications must be verified before October 1, 2026.
An exact matriculation date is not published — check with the program.
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Published cost estimate
Projected 24-month billed tuition and comprehensive fees at 2026–27 rates$116,856 program + $4,040 program · Tuition only; the $4,040 in comprehensive fees is extra. Estimate at 2026–27 rates; future rates may change.
Projected full-program cost is $120,896 over eight terms (24 months): $116,856 tuition plus $4,040 comprehensive fees. Not included: future rate increases, books, equipment, travel, immersion lodging, living and personal costs.
Curriculum & clinical training
Online instruction and campus immersion
Virtual medical coursework is combined with required hands-on immersion experiences at the Round Rock campus.
Supervised clinical experiences
Core medical and surgical supervised clinical practice experiences (SCPEs) and two electives, along with professional-practice coursework.
Round Rock, Texas: 24-month hybrid program. Clinical experiences may occur at Texas hubs or other sites across the country. Confirm current term sequence with the program.
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
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Accreditation history
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- Franklin Pierce University- Texas curriculum and clinical training
- Franklin Pierce University- Texas website
- Franklin Pierce University Texas MPAS Hybrid admissions requirements
- Franklin Pierce University- Texas website
- Franklin Pierce Texas MPAS Hybrid FAQ
- Franklin Pierce University- Texas website
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