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Address & Contact

Our Address

Saint Catherine University 2004 Randolph Avenue #4027 Saint Paul, MN 55105

GPS

44.92487761118301, -93.18141095421574

Telephone

(651) 690-7827

Email

[email protected]

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✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants

Holistic review emphasizing academic preparation (rigorous science coursework, prereq GPA), clinical skills/experience (min 2,000 PCE hours, paid or volunteer; shadowing not required), personal attributes & leadership, and a purposeful writing sample.

2 LORs (>=1 from a healthcare provider). St. Kate bachelor-degree holders given priority. Fall 2024: 407 applicants, class 32, avg overall GPA 3.64.

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

💬 How This Program Interviews

St. Catherine invites selected qualified applicants to a personal interview held in early fall. The program's website does not publish the interview's format (individual, panel, or group) or whether it is held virtually or on campus.

Summarized from Saint Catherine 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.

Saint Catherine University PA Program Mission Statement

The Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) program at St. Catherine University provides the building blocks of critical thinking by incorporating medical decision-making, ethical considerations, and principles of team-based practice into every course. Our innovative curriculum begins with 14 months in the classroom engaging in progressive, rich discussion—one that includes a global perspective—and hands-on experiences alongside experts in clinical settings. Next is 14 months of clinical clerkships (2,000 hours at a clinical location) before concluding with a senior seminar. Students who complete the program will be prepared to take the National Certification Examination required for licensure and clinical practice, and will demonstrate: Critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and m

PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

TUITION

  • Total cost with required fees: $111,797
  • Resident tuition: $109,487 (excludes program fees)
  • Nonresident tuition: $109,487 (excludes program fees)

PANCE PASS RATE

  • First-time PANCE pass rate: 93%
  • Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 97%

APPLICATION INFORMATION

GPA

  • Overall GPA: 3.2
  • Science GPA: 3.0
  • Prereq GPA: 3.0
  • Average Applicant GPA Accepted:
    • Overall: 3.64
    • Science: 3.67
  • Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of C required for all prerequisites
  • Prerequisite completion: must be completed within 10 year(s)
  • Prerequisite Coursework: Organic Chemistry (8 cr); Biochemistry (3-4 cr); Anatomy (4 cr); Physiology (4 cr); Microbiology (3-4 cr); General Psychology (3-4 cr); Developmental Psychology (3-4 cr, or Abnormal Psych); Medical Terminology; College Algebra (3-4 cr); Statistics (3-4 cr) — must be completed within 10 years

EXPERIENCE

  • Required Experience Hours (PCE/HCE): 2000

SHADOWING

  • PA Shadowing Recommended

EVALUATIONS

  • 2 letters; one from a healthcare provider

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