Overview

Key features

In keeping with the Pfeiffer University Values, the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies will abide by the following tenets:

Educational excellence in a learner-centered community.
Realization full potential
Inclusion of diverse learners in a caring, accessible community – the Pfeiffer Family.
Christian heritage and faith formation.

Integrity and dignity

Students become servant leaders ready to address health disparities and social justice issues in medically underserved communities and beyond. The program combines a 15-month didactic phase with a 12-month clinical phase that includes over 2,100 hours of supervised clinical practice experiences (SPCEs). As a Pfeiffer PA graduate, you will be prepared with the skills and knowledge to provide quality healthcare in rural medically underserved communities and beyond.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Clinical Anatomy
Medical Physiology
Medical Interviewing, Counseling, and Documentation
Pathophysiology of Disease
Pharmacology
Evidence-Based Medicine
Clinical Medicine

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 28 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

115 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Albemarle, United States

Disciplines

Physiology View 139 other Masters in Physiology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Baccalaureate Degree from a regionally accredited College or University.
Recommended Overall Grade Point Average of 3.0 or higher.
Recommended Prerequisite Grade Point Average of 3.2 or higher.
Minimum of 500 hours of Direct Patient Care Experience
Minimum of 24 hours of Shadowing a Physician Assistant
Letters of Recommendation
Personal Statement
CASPer®Test Score
Performance during the interview

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

24460 USD / year

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Out-of-State

24460 USD / year

≈ 24460 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

24460 USD / year

≈ 24460 USD / year

Living costs

Albemarle

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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