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Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies

ARC-PA-accredited 24-month clinical curriculum preparing primary care PAs with specialized rural clinical clerkships throughout the upper Midwest.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: 3.0 science GPA with 500+ patient care hours
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 Workforce Grants up to $6,000
Application fee: $75
Tuition / joining costs: $32,800/year

Dates and verification

Application deadline: October 1, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Facts reflect official Sanford School of Medicine documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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