University of Alabama at Birmingham PA Program Mission Statement
The mission of the UAB Physician Assistant Program is to provide qualified individuals with the knowledge, skills, and judgment needed to assist physicians in the care of patients in surgical and medical settings.
PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Accreditation Status: Continuing
Campus: Birmingham, AL
Degrees Offered: Masters
Distance & Online Learning: None
Bachelor Degree: Required
Class Duration: 27 months
Class Capacity: 90 students
On-Campus Housing: Available
Decision Criteria: Academics, health care experience, personal interview, personal statement
Seat Deposit: $300
Supplemental Application: Yes
International Students: Accepted
TOEFL: Required (for international applicants)
Recommendation letters: 3
CASPA
CASPA Participant? Yes
Application Deadline: August
Deadline Type: Verified – The application must be submitted, complete, and the the GPA calculation must be completed by CASPA by the deadline date.
TUITION
Resident $63,275
Nonresident $121,375
GPA
Overall GPA 3.0
Prerequisite GPA 2.0
Science GPA 3.0
Science GPA Method CUSTOM CASPA-calculated GPA
GRE
REQUIRED
HEALTH CARE EXPERIENCE
Preferred/recommended
PART TIME OPTION
NO
WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA
For a complete list of the Physician Assistant Program details and requirements please visit the official PA program website.
