Massachusetts at a glance: 10 program/campus listings (1 additional campus) · none require the GRE · full-program resident tuition + fees $111,600–$182,200 (9 of 10 published)

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Program & locationGPA requirementsGRELengthResident tuition + fees
Assumption University →Worcester, MassachusettsProvisional GPA requirements3.00 cumulativeSee profile science3.00 prerequisite GRENot required Length28months Resident tuition + fees$132,545Tuition + required fees (tuition $129,500); living costs additional
Cost context

$129,500 is the program-published full-program tuition for the Class of 2029, entering January 2027. The separate $3,045 academic-fee total comes from the reviewed SSOT; the university's broader $17,502.77 fee estimate includes waivable insurance and indirect books.

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Bay Path University →East Longmeadow, MassachusettsContinued GPA requirements3.00 cumulative3.00 science
Prerequisite GPA

No GPA minimum required

 GRENot required Length24months Resident tuition + fees$120,300Tuition + listed fees; some fees unconfirmed; living costs additional
Cost context

Bay Path calls $120,300 its estimated 24-month “tuition,” explicitly including a $10,500 clinical fee. Comparable base tuition is $109,800 (six $18,300 terms); $120,300 is tuition plus the known clinical fee. 2027–28 rates may change; technology fees may be additional.

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Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine →Boston, MassachusettsContinued GPA requirementsSee profile cumulative3.20 science
Prerequisite GPA

No GPA minimum required

 GRENot required Length34months Resident tuition + fees$170,661Tuition + required fees (tuition $166,651); living costs additionalProgram website ↗
Mass General Brigham University of Health Professions →Boston, MassachusettsContinued GPA requirements3.00 cumulativeSee profile science GRENot required Length25months Resident tuition + fees$143,827Tuition + required fees (tuition $129,000); living costs additional
Cost context

Fall 2026 entrants (2026–27 rates): full-program tuition is $129,000 (published full-program tuition). Rates can change for later cohorts, so confirm with the program.

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MCPHS University (Boston) →Boston, MassachusettsContinued GPA requirements3.00 cumulative3.00 science3.00 prerequisite GRENot required Length36months Resident tuition + fees$182,200Tuition + required fees (tuition $173,850); living costs additional
Cost context

Tuition is $173,850 for the Fall 2026 class. Required fees add $8,350, for $182,200 total. Living costs are extra.

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MCPHS University – Worcester Campus →Worcester, Massachusetts · Additional campusContinued GPA requirements3.00 cumulative3.00 science
Prerequisite GPA

See Program Website

 GRENot required Length24months Resident tuition + fees$134,340Tuition + required fees (tuition $129,960); living costs additionalProgram website ↗
Northeastern University →Boston, MassachusettsContinued GPA requirements3.00 cumulative3.00 science
Prerequisite GPA

Minimum grade of B required for all prerequisites

 GRENot required Length24months Resident tuition + fees$126,800Tuition + required fees (tuition $126,000); living costs additional
Cost context

Fall 2026 entering students; current rates subject to annual increases. Additional PA/equipment estimate $10,089.50 includes $8,000 clinical travel/parking/housing. Keep it separately under other, not mandatory institutional fees. Total broader program estimate $136,889.50 is not tuition.

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Springfield College →Springfield, MassachusettsContinued GPA requirements3.00 cumulativeSee profile science
Prerequisite GPA

3.0 minimum prerequisite (science/math) GPA; individual prerequisite courses require grade C+ or higher

 GRENot required Length27months Resident tuition + fees$150,701Tuition + listed fees; some fees unconfirmed; living costs additional
Cost context

2026–27 published graduate-entry seven-term estimate: $135,744 tuition (112 credits × $1,212) plus $14,957 billed graduate/technology/practicum fees = $150,701 gross direct charges. Future cohort rates may change.

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Tufts University →Boston, MassachusettsContinued GPA requirementsSee profile cumulative3.00 science
Prerequisite GPA

3.0 required

 GRENot required Length25months Resident tuition + feesSee programFull-program cost not confirmed
Cost context

$20,846 per semester is the published January 2027 entry rate; six current-rate semesters would be $125,076, while the same Tufts page says approximately $123,862 total. Full-program tuition is unconfirmed and future rates may change. Planning cost fallback: $123,862 (previously recorded cost; basis needs confirmation; Previously recorded; source: previous PA School Finder record / PAEA comparison; checked 2026-09-27). This is a planning figure, not verified current entering-cohort tuition.

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Westfield State University →Westfield, MassachusettsContinued GPA requirements3.00 cumulative3.00 science3.00 prerequisite GRENot required Length24months Resident tuition + fees$111,600Tuition + required fees; living costs additionalProgram website ↗

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Assumption University Physician Assistant Program

Assumption University Physician Assistant Program
Accreditation Status Provisional Accreditation All PA Programs Application Deadline October Application Deadline CASPA Participation CASPA Participant CASPer CASPer Not Required Class Size Class Size Small (< 50 Students) Degree Type Masters Degree English Proficiency Exam Requirement English Proficiency Exam Required Faith-based GRE Requirements GRE Not Required Health Care Experience Requirements HCE ≥ 80 Hours

Assumption University PA Program (Worcester, MA): 28-month Masters, provisional accreditation, 3.0 min GPA, $129,500 tuition, October CASPA deadline.

Address: 500 Salisbury Street Worcester, Massachusetts 01609
Web: Assumption University PA Program Website
Bay Path University Physician Assistant Program

Bay Path University Physician Assistant Program
Accreditation Status Continuing Accreditation All PA Programs Application Deadline December Application Deadline Average GPA Accepted Average Applicant Overall GPA Accepted ≥ 3.5 CASPA Participation CASPA Participant CASPer CASPer Not Required Class Size Class size large (> 50 Students) Degree Type Masters Degree English Proficiency Exam Requirement English Proficiency Exam Required GRE Requirements GRE Not Required Health Care Experience Requirements

Bay Path PA: December 1, 2026 deadline, 500 patient-care hours, verified prerequisites, $109,800 base tuition plus $10,500 clinical fee.

Address: Bay Path University One Denslow Road East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Web: Bay Path PA Program Website
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program

Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program
Accreditation Status Continuing Accreditation All PA Programs Application Deadline September Application Deadline Average GPA Accepted Average Applicant Overall GPA Accepted < 3.5 CASPA Participation CASPA Participant CASPer CASPer Required Class Size Class Size Small (< 50 Students) Degree Type Masters Degree English Proficiency Exam Requirement English Proficiency Exam Required GRE Requirements GRE Not Required Health Care Experience Requirements

Boston University PA Program (Boston, MA): 34-month Masters, $166,651 tuition, 95% 5-yr PANCE, September CASPA deadline.

Address: Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine 72 E. Concord St L805 BOSTON, Massachusetts 2118
Web: Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian PA Program Website
Endicott College Physician Assistant Program

Endicott College Physician Assistant Program
Accreditation Status Developing-Not Accredited All PA Programs Application Deadline November Application Deadline CASPA Participation CASPA Participant Class Size Class Size Small (< 50 Students) PANCE Pass Rate To be determined Prerequisite Expiration Prerequisites Do Not Expire Resident Tuition Tuition ≥ $100,000 + Shadowing No specified hours

Endicott College PA Program (Beverly, MA): not yet accredited (developing), 24-month program, $115,900 tuition, November CASPA deadline.

Address: 376 Hale Street Beverly, MA
Web: Endicott College PA Program Website
MCPHS University – Worcester Campus

MCPHS University – Worcester Campus
Accreditation Status Continuing Accreditation All PA Programs Application Deadline January Application Deadline Average GPA Accepted Average Applicant Overall GPA Accepted ≥ 3.5 CASPA Participation CASPA Participant CASPer CASPer Not Required Class Size Class size large (> 50 Students) Degree Type Masters Degree English Proficiency Exam Requirement English Proficiency Exam Required GRE Requirements GRE Not Required Health Care Experience Requirements

MCPHS University – Worcester Campus PA Program (Worcester, MA): 24-month Masters, 3.0 min GPA, $129,960 tuition, 90% 5-yr PANCE, January CASPA deadline.

Address: Worcester, Massachusetts
Web: https://www.mcphs.edu/academics/programs/physican-assistant-studies-mpas-accelerated
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MCPHS University- Boston Physician Assistant Program

MCPHS University- Boston Physician Assistant Program
Accreditation Status Continuing Accreditation All PA Programs Application Deadline CASPA Participation CASPA Participant CASPer CASPer Not Required Class Size Class size large (> 50 Students) Degree Type Masters Degree Direct Entry PA Programs English Proficiency Exam Requirement English Proficiency Exam Required GRE Requirements GRE Not Required Health Care Experience Requirements HCE < 1000 Hours HCE ≥ 80 Hours

MCPHS Boston PA program: 3.0 overall/science GPA, 250 patient-care hours; $174,118 published tuition and billed program fees.

Address: 179 Longwood Avenue Boston, MA 02115
Web: MCPHS University (Boston) PA Program Website
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MGH Institute of Health Professions Physician Assistant Program

MGH Institute of Health Professions Physician Assistant Program
Accreditation Status Continuing Accreditation All PA Programs Application Deadline Average GPA Accepted Average Applicant Overall GPA Accepted < 3.5 CASPA Participation CASPA Participant CASPer CASPer Not Required Class Size Class Size Small (< 50 Students) Degree Type Masters Degree English Proficiency Exam Requirement GRE Requirements GRE Not Required Health Care Experience Requirements HCE ≥ 80 Hours International Applicants

Mass General Brigham PA program: 1,000 direct-care hours, 3.0 overall GPA, prerequisite courses, and qualified tuition and English-test guidance.

Address: MGH Institute of Health Professions 36 1st Avenue Charlestown Navy Yard Boston, MA 2129
Web: MGH Institute of Health Professions PA Program Website
Northeastern University Physician Assistant Program

Northeastern University Physician Assistant Program
Accreditation Status Continuing Accreditation All PA Programs Application Deadline August Application Deadline CASPA Participation CASPA Participant CASPer CASPer Not Required Class Size Class size large (> 50 Students) Degree Type Masters Degree English Proficiency Exam Requirement English Proficiency Exam Required GRE Requirements GRE Not Required Health Care Experience Requirements HCE Recommended/Preferred International Applicants

Northeastern University PA Program (Boston, MA): 24-month Masters, 3.0 min GPA, $126,000 tuition, 92% 5-yr PANCE.

Address: Northeastern University 360 Huntington Avenue, 202 Robinson Hall Boston, MA 2115
Web: Northeastern University PA Program Website
Springfield College Physician Assistant Program

Springfield College Physician Assistant Program
Accreditation Status Continuing Accreditation All PA Programs Application Deadline April Application Deadline Average GPA Accepted Average Applicant Overall GPA Accepted ≥ 3.5 CASPA Participation CASPA Participant CASPer CASPer Not Required Class Size Class Size Small (< 50 Students) Degree Type Masters Degree Direct Entry PA Programs English Proficiency Exam Requirement GRE Requirements GRE Not Required Health Care Experience Requirements

Springfield College PA program: 500 healthcare-experience hours including PA shadowing, prerequisite courses, April 2027 deadline, and projected tuition.

Address: Springfield College 63 Alden Street Springfield, MA 01109-3797
Web: Springfield College PA Program Website
Tufts University School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program

Tufts University School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program
Accreditation Status Continuing Accreditation All PA Programs Application Deadline August Application Deadline Average GPA Accepted Average Applicant Overall GPA Accepted ≥ 3.5 CASPA Participation CASPA Participant CASPer CASPer Not Required Class Size Class Size Small (< 50 Students) Degree Type Masters Degree English Proficiency Exam Requirement GRE Requirements GRE Not Required Health Care Experience Requirements HCE ≥ 80 Hours

Tufts PA program in Boston: 1,000 direct-care hours, 3.0 science and prerequisite GPAs, international/TOEFL rules, and cost guidance.

Address: Tufts University 200 Harrison AvePosner Hall 202D Boston MA
Web: Tufts University PA Program Website
Westfield State University Physician Assistant Program

Westfield State University Physician Assistant Program
Accreditation Status Continuing Accreditation All PA Programs Application Deadline August Application Deadline Average GPA Accepted Average Applicant Overall GPA Accepted ≥ 3.5 CASPA Participation CASPA Participant CASPer CASPer Not Required Class Size Class Size Small (< 50 Students) English Proficiency Exam Requirement English Proficiency Exam Required GRE Requirements GRE Not Required Health Care Experience Requirements HCE < 1000 Hours HCE ≥ 80 Hours

Westfield State University PA Program (Westfield, MA): 24-month Masters, 3.0 min GPA, $111,600 tuition, 94% 5-yr PANCE.

Address: Westfield State University 577 WESTERN AVENUE rn WESTFIELD, Massachusetts 1086
Web: Westfield State University PA Program Website
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