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St. George, Utah

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37.0965, -113.5684

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University of Utah PA Program – St. George Campus is a distant campus of the University of Utah PA Program, accredited under the same ARC-PA entry as the main campus. Candidates identify a campus preference through CASPA; there is no separate admissions process for the St. George campus. 24 seats here, 44 in Salt Lake City.

✔ What This Program Looks For in Applicants

Evaluates academics (min 3.0 overall & science GPA; prereqs >=C), HCE (paid weighted over volunteer), and interview performance (incl.

on-site anatomy/physiology/medical-terminology test). All prereqs complete by Aug 1 deadline.

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

💬 How This Program Interviews

Format: One-on-one interview Where: On campus

Interviews are held in October on both the Salt Lake City and St. George campuses, and include a test of basic anatomy, physiology and general medical terminology given during the interview. The program scores academics, the quality and quantity of healthcare experience, and the personal statement, and states that the interview score determines both offers and the alternate ranking. Preference is given for mission fit and experience with underserved populations.

Summarized from University of Utah’s own admissions and interview pages — verified 2026-07-26. Interview formats and dates change between cycles, so confirm with the program before you make travel plans. See the program’s interview page.

University of Utah PA Program Mission Statement

To improve the quality of health and access to care, with a commitment to the medically underserved, by educating students to become highly proficient, socially conscious, and accountable physician assistants (PAs) in the primary care model.

PA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

  • Accredited Status: Continuing Accreditation
  • Campus Location: St. George, Utah
  • Degrees Offered: Masters
  • Class Start Month: May
  • Class Duration: 27 months
  • Class Capacity: 24 (St. George campus)
  • Seat Deposit: $1,000
  • International Students: Accepted
  • TOEFL: Required

TUITION

  • Total cost with required fees: $94,369 (resident) · $137,481 (nonresident)
  • Resident tuition: $83,489 (excludes program fees)
  • Nonresident tuition: $126,601 (excludes program fees)

PANCE PASS RATE

  • First-time PANCE pass rate: 94%
  • Five year first-time PANCE pass rate: 90%

APPLICATION INFORMATION

GPA

  • Overall GPA: 3.0
  • Science GPA: 3.0
  • Prereq GPA: No Minimum
  • Average Applicant GPA Accepted:
    • Overall: 3.57
    • Science: 3.53
  • Prerequisite GPA: Minimum grade of C required for all prerequisites
  • Prerequisite completion: must be completed within 7 year(s)
  • Prerequisite Coursework: General Chemistry (8 cr); General Biology (4 cr); Anatomy (4 cr); Physiology (4 cr) — No expiration except Anatomy/Physiology

EXPERIENCE

  • Required Experience Hours (PCE/HCE): 2000

SHADOWING

  • PA Shadowing Recommended

EVALUATIONS

  • Three letters preferably from clinicians who have supervised the applicant in clinical settings

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