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PROGRAM PROFILE

Texas Christian University Physician Assistant Program

Fort Worth, Texas ·

Provisional accreditation ↗Format not published ↗Length not published ↗
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Application deadline Apr 1, 2027TCU uses a direct application portal instead of CASPA for the 2026-2027 cycle.
Tuition $115,000Same for residents and nonresidents
Tuition + fees $117,096
Class of 2028 table (starts January 2027)
Class size Not publishedClass size is not published.
Program length Not publishedFull program
GRE requirement Not publishedConfirm current testing requirements.
Patient-care minimum Not publishedCheck with the program.
Overall GPA minimum 3.30Minimum on a 4.0 scale. All undergraduate and graduate grades count.
Science GPA minimum Not publishedNo separate science GPA minimum; the prerequisite GPA minimum is 3.3.
PANCE pass rate No graduates yetFirst-time pass rateFive-year first-time: No graduates yet
THE PROGRAM

A closer look

A physician associate studies program at Texas Christian University’s Harris College in the Fort Worth medical district. The first class starts January 2027 and the program runs four semesters of coursework and rotations. TCU uses its own application portal rather than CASPA.

Located in the Fort Worth medical districtLearn alongside medical school, nursing and other health sciences studentsDirect application through the TCU portal (no CASPA)In-person interviews

Mission & approach

Develop extraordinarily competent and compassionate physician associates to provide high quality, patient centered, evidenced based healthcare as a member of a physician-led healthcare team.

Two clinicians in white coats reviewing a laptop together, from TCU’s physician associate studies announcement
Image from TCU Harris College’s announcement of its Physician Associate Studies program. Image: Texas Christian University.
TCU Physician Associate Studies Checked 2026-11-02
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BEYOND THE NUMBERS

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What this program looks for in applicants

Applications meeting the GPA minimums are ranked on prerequisite GPA, cumulative GPA, recent performance and academic trend. The strongest files get a full review (TCU degree holders automatically receive one), then selected applicants are interviewed in person.

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Program admissions information

How this program interviews

In-person

A formal in-person interview is required.

Source checked Nov 2, 2026. Interview formats and dates can change between cycles.

Program interview information

YOUR STARTING POINT

Admissions & prerequisites

Admission requirements

Overall GPA3.3Minimum on a 4.0 scale. All undergraduate and graduate grades count.
Science GPANot publishedNo separate science GPA minimum; the prerequisite GPA minimum is 3.3.
Prerequisite GPA3.3Minimum on a 4.0 scale. TCU provides a prerequisite GPA calculator.
Patient-care experienceNot publishedCheck with the program.
GRE / CASPer / PA-CATNot publishedThe admissions pages do not mention these tests. Check with the program.
Recommendations3At least one from a PA, MD, DO or NP.
Bachelor’s degreeRequired before matriculationFrom a regionally accredited U.S. college or university. You must also be in good standing with the school last attended or currently enrolled.
ApplicationTCU portal (no CASPA)For the 2026-2027 cycle, TCU uses a direct application. It includes three references, a personal statement, transcripts and an application fee.
InterviewRequired; in personOnly applicants who complete a formal, in-person interview are considered for admission.
Tuition deposit$2,000Non-refundable, due when you accept an offer of admission.
International applicantsNot publishedInternational-applicant eligibility is not published in this record.
English proficiency / TOEFLConfirm with programThe program-specific policy or minimum is unresolved; confirm with admissions.

Prerequisite coursework

Minimum credit hours as published.

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Course Credits Lab Min grade
English Composition

Course notes & alternatives

AP credit is accepted for English only. No time limit on this course.

 3credit hours Not specified C
Microbiology with lab 4credit hours Required C
Biochemistry 3credit hours Not specified C
Genetics 3credit hours Not specified C
Chemistry I with lab 4credit hours Required C
Chemistry II with lab 4credit hours Required C
Organic Chemistry I with lab 4credit hours Required C
Human Anatomy with lab

Course notes & alternatives

A combined A&P sequence must meet the required credit hours.

 4credit hours Required C
Human Physiology with lab 4credit hours Required C
Psychology

Course notes & alternatives

Any psychology course.

 3credit hours Not specified C
Statistics 3credit hours Not specified C
Physics with lab 4credit hours Required C
Medical Terminology 1credit hours Not specified C

Policies that can change your plan

AP and credit by exam
Advanced placement, credit by exam and pass/fail courses do not meet prerequisites, except AP for English.
Science course age
All science prerequisites must be completed within 10 years of matriculation. English has no time limit.
Anatomy and physiology
TCU recommends BIOL 30414 Human Anatomy and BIOL 40403 Mammalian Physiology. Starting with the class matriculating in January 2030, BIOL 20204 and BIOL 20214 will not fulfill the requirement.
Review process
Applications that meet the GPA minimums are ranked on academics first; the strongest academic files get a file review, then selected applicants are interviewed. Decisions are made on a rolling basis.
Contact
PA admissions: [email protected], 817-257-1644.

These prerequisites are effective for the class matriculating in January 2028 and must be finished by September before matriculation. Science courses must be designated for science majors and completed within 10 years of matriculation. Community college courses must be general-level, not introductory-level. AP credit, credit by exam and pass/fail courses do not count except AP for English. Coursework from another PA program, other healthcare programs, graduate coursework, continuing education and foreign credits without U.S. equivalency do not count.

When courses must be complete: Hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution before matriculation and finish all prerequisites by September before the January start.

TCU admission prerequisites Checked 2026-11-02
BUILD YOUR TIMELINE

Dates & application steps

Application deadline for the January 2028 classApr 1, 2027

TCU uses a direct application portal instead of CASPA for the 2026-2027 cycle.

Published date

Next class start for the open application cycleJanuary 2028

The exact day is not published.

First class begins (class of 2028)Jan 6, 2027

Spring semester 2027 begins per the academic calendar.

Published date

Month-only dates stay month-only.
TCU how to apply Checked 2026-11-02
THE FINANCIAL PICTURE

Know what the total includes

Published cost estimate

Class of 2028 table (starts January 2027)

Resident tuitionConfirm with program
Nonresident tuitionConfirm with program
Required program fees$2,096
Tuition + required feesExcludes living and other expenses

$117,096

Tuition for the class of 2028 (first class starts January 2027) is $57,500 per year, plus a $48 student senate activity fee and a $1,000 lab fee per year, for a program total of $117,096. The table for the class that starts in January 2028 is not published yet.

See additional expenses & assumptions
Tuition, year 1$57,500
Student senate activity fee, year 1$48
Lab fee, year 1$1,000
Tuition, year 2$57,500
Student senate activity fee, year 2$48
Lab fee, year 2$1,000

Four semesters at $28,750 tuition = $115,000. Required fees are a $24 student senate activity fee and a $500 lab fee each semester = $2,096. Total $117,096. Figures are from the class-of-2028 table. Excludes one-time program costs (equipment, scrubs, screenings, BCLS/ACLS, suture kit), housing, transportation, computer and health insurance.

TCU tuition and fees Checked 2026-11-02
HOW YOU’LL LEARN

Curriculum & clinical training

01Semesters 1-3

Preclinical

Sessions 1-7 cover clinical anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, organ-system medicine, patient evaluation and clinical skills.

02Rotations

Clinical

Internal medicine, pediatric medicine, surgery, emergency medicine, women’s health, family medicine and behavioral health, plus two immersion experiences. Rotation order may vary.

The curriculum runs over four semesters (spring I, fall I, spring II, fall II).

TCU curriculum overview Checked 2026-11-02
WHO STUDIES HERE

The admitted class

Recorded average GPANot recorded
Recorded science GPANot recorded

Class size and matriculant statistics are not published.

Published class statistics describe the named cohort or population. They are not admission minimums or acceptance probabilities.

OUTCOMES & OVERSIGHT

The program’s track record

Graduate outcomes

PANCE pass rates

See first-time program performance with clearly dated national context.

  • 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

Provisional

First accreditedOctober 3, 2026
Next reviewTo be determined
  1. October 2026Accreditation-Provisional granted

    ARC-PA lists the program as Provisional, effective 10/3/2026.

ARC-PA lists the program as Provisional, granted October 3, 2026, with the next review date to be determined. Provisional accreditation does not ensure later accreditation.

ARC-PA currently accredited programs Checked 2026-11-02
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