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Washington, District of Columbia · Masters
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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.
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Holistic review (~2,500 apps/yr) assessing: science preparation/academic achievement, direct patient and healthcare experience, community service, leadership, and other 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.
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Program admissions informationReview 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.
| Course | Credits | Lab | Min grade | Your coursework |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anatomy1 course(s) 3 semester credits or 4.5 quarter credits; minimum B-. Must be taken within 10 years of application. Alternative is a two-semester combined A&P sequence with labs. | 3Semester credits (quarter equivalent 4.5 per course) | Not specified | B- | Sign in to plan |
| Physiology1 course(s) 3 semester credits or 4.5 quarter credits; minimum B-. Must be taken within 10 years of application. Alternative is a two-semester combined A&P sequence with labs. | 3Semester credits (quarter equivalent 4.5 per course) | Not specified | B- | Sign in to plan |
| Combined Anatomy & Physiology I and II sequence2 course(s) Alternative route requires two semesters of combined Anatomy & Physiology courses; each course must be 3 semester/4.5 quarter credits. Page does not state a lab requirement for this route. | 6Semester credits (quarter equivalent 4.5 per course) | Not specified | B- | Sign in to plan |
Organic ChemistryCourse notes & alternativesOne semester, 3 semester credits or 4.5 quarter credits. Lab not stated. | 3Semester credits (quarter equivalent 4.5 per course) | Not specified | B- | Sign in to plan |
BiochemistryCourse notes & alternativesOne semester, 3 semester credits or 4.5 quarter credits. Lab not stated. | 3Semester credits (quarter equivalent 4.5 per course) | Not specified | B- | Sign in to plan |
PsychologyCourse notes & alternativesOne semester, 3 semester credits or 4.5 quarter credits. Abnormal or Developmental Psychology recommended, not required. AP credit accepted only for Psychology when score is 4 or higher and credit is posted by an accredited institution. | 3Semester credits (quarter equivalent 4.5 per course) | Not specified | B- | Sign in to plan |
StatisticsCourse notes & alternativesOne semester, 3 semester credits or 4.5 quarter credits. Lab not stated. | 3Semester credits (quarter equivalent 4.5 per course) | Not specified | B- | Sign in to plan |
MicrobiologyCourse notes & alternativesOne semester, 3 semester credits or 4.5 quarter credits. Lab not stated. | 3Semester credits (quarter equivalent 4.5 per course) | Not specified | B- | Sign in to plan |
At most two prerequisites may be outstanding when applying; all must be completed before program start. Minimum cumulative and science GPA 3.2. Minimum 1,000 direct patient care hours completed at application. Three CASPA recommendation letters. International applicants generally must submit TOEFL (100 internet/250 computer), PTE 68, or IELTS 7.0 with each band at least 6.0; specified exemptions apply.
When courses must be complete: No more than two prerequisites may be outstanding at application; all prerequisites must be complete before the program begins.
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Summer, fall and spring medical coursework includes assessment, clinical medicine, skills, pharmacology and evidence-based practice.
Seven core specialty practicums and an elective accompany clinical education and professional practice coursework.
Traditional two-year MSHS route: 104 credits, or 102 with specified evidence-based practice advanced placement. The program arranges sites; students should expect at least two away clerkships. This sequence is distinct from the three-year joint PA/MPH route.
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