University of Dubuque 2000 University Ave Dubuque, Iowa 52001
42.49803310113472, -90.69235891862888
⚠ Hands-on patient care hours only
Every role on this program’s published qualifying list is hands-on patient care — scribe and pharmacy-tech roles are not listed among the 500 accepted hours.
Verified 2026-07-25 from the program’s own admissions page. Programs word this differently and policies change — confirm directly with the program before counting non-direct hours.
Min 3.0 cum & science-prereq GPA (<=2 C grades). Preference: U. of Dubuque & Norfolk State grads (guaranteed interview). Min 500 DPC hrs required (shadowing excluded); >=8 PA-shadow hrs in primary care. Leadership/service scored. 3 LORs. No GRE. US citizen/PR.
Summarized from the program’s official admissions / selection-process pages. Always confirm current details on the program’s website.
Where: On campus
In September and early October, the most competitive applicants receive an email inviting them to campus to interview, after which the Admission Committee reviews and tabulates interview scores along with prerequisite requirements. The specific interview format is not published.
Summarized from University of Dubuque’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.
Our mission is to prepare competent and compassionate physician assistants in a learning environment promoting Christian values, service, the pursuit of life-long education, and team practice. We share the University of Dubuque’s commitment to: A hospitable Christian environment which respects other faith traditions; Relationships which encourage intellectual, spiritual, and moral development; Excellence in academic inquiry and professional preparation; A diverse and equitable community where Christian love is practiced; Stewardship of all God’s human and natural resources; Zeal for life-long learning and service.
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