Overview

The Physician Assistant programme at Augusta University provides students with comprehensive medical training to practice as generalists within a healthcare team. This Master of Physician Assistant degree is designed to equip graduates with the skills necessary to provide high-quality care in diverse clinical environments. Students benefit from a curriculum that balances rigorous academic study with extensive practical experience.

Why Physician Assistant at Augusta University?

Benefit from over 50 years of experience in training medical professionals with a proven history of high certification pass rates. Access state-of-the-art facilities, including a full dissection cadaver lab for human gross anatomy studies. Engage in interprofessional educational activities alongside students from the Medical College of Georgia and the Dental College of Georgia.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 15375 per semester
National fee: USD 14941 per semester
Local fee: USD 7149 per semester

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Human Gross Anatomy
General Medicine
Primary Care
Clinical Rotations
Medical Specialties
Professional Practice

Careers with Physician Assistant

Graduates are prepared for versatile roles across the healthcare sector, with the programme maintaining an employment rate between 90% and 100% within six months of completion. As certified medical generalists, alumni can pursue careers in primary care or transition into various specialty areas. Common destinations include hospitals, private practices, and community clinics. The profession is recognised as one of the top healthcare jobs globally, offering significant flexibility and strong growth projections within the medical workforce.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Gross Anatomy

Medical Communications

Genetics

Physical Assessment

Orthopedics

Dermatology

Ophthalmology/Otolaryngology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-05-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

122 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Augusta, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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General requirements

GPA: Overall GPA of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) on all previous college work, with a minimum average of 3.0 on math and science courses.

Degree Requirement: Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university.

Transcripts: Official transcripts are required from all universities and colleges ever attended. Unofficial transcripts from US colleges and universities can be used in the admissions review process in lieu of official transcripts for this program.

Standardized Test Requirements: Completion of either the GRE or the PA-CAT exam and the CASPer test.

Letters of Recommendation: Recommendations from three individuals, with at least one from a certified PA, must be submitted through the application portal.

Hands-On Experience: A minimum of 100 hours shadowing a physician assistant in 3 different clinical settings and 100+ hours of health care experience is required.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

30750 USD / year

≈ 30750 USD / year
Out-of-State

29882 USD / year

≈ 29882 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14298 USD / year

≈ 14298 USD / year

Living costs

Augusta

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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