Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS)

ARC-PA-accredited 28-month clinical curriculum preparing primary care PAs with specialized tracks in rural and frontier emergency medicine and wilderness healthcare.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: 3.0 science GPA with 1,000+ hours of direct hands-on patient care
English language proficiency: TOEFL 85+ or IELTS 6.5
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): PA-CAT or GRE required
Thesis / Research statement: CASPA essay and personal narrative
Recommendation letters: Three clinical recommendations

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Rural Health PA Fellowships up to $8,000
Application fee: $75
Tuition / joining costs: $41,200/year

Dates and verification

Application deadline: November 1, 2026
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Rocky Vista University Montana documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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