OpenFieldMaster of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS)
Twenty-four-month continuous master's degree accredited by ARC-PA, training compassionate primary care medical providers through didactic human anatomy labs and year-long clinical rotations.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree with minimum 3.0 GPA in biology, chemistry, and anatomy prerequisites.
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL iBT 100 or IELTS 7.5.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Optional.
- Thesis / Research statement
- CASPA personal statement, verification of 500 hours direct patient care, and CV.
- Recommendation letters
- Three reference letters (one practicing physician or PA required).
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- CSM Health Professions Endowed Bursaries up to $6,000
- Application fee
- $1,200 clinical lab fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- $42,000 per academic year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official College of Saint Mary documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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