Overview

The Physician Assistant program blends academic rigor with personalized support. From the first year of coursework to the final clinical rotations, students work closely with experienced faculty who are dedicated to their growth and success. The program emphasizes collaboration, responsibility, and compassionate, patient-centered care. Students also have the opportunity to focus their training through specialized clinical tracks.

Graduates are well prepared for the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE) and for successful careers in diverse healthcare environments. This program is an excellent option for those seeking a comprehensive master for physician assistant education.

Program Highlights

Hands-On Experience

Ten 5-week clinical rotations in hospitalist medicine, surgery, orthopedics, emergency medicine, sports medicine and more.

24-Month Program

Didactic Year: The first 12 months are didactic and include classroom and laboratory work in basic and applied medical science. Typical classes are Monday through Friday and include 40 hours of coursework per week.

Clinical Year: The final 12 months are clinical and include ten 5-week rotations. Students return to Marywood at the end of every 5-week rotation to participate in End-of-Rotation examinations, lectures geared toward PANCE review, and professional development activities.

Personalized Attention

11:1 faculty-student ratio with personalized attention from highly credentialed faculty for each student.

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-05-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

103 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Scranton, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed Application through CASPA
Three letters of recommendation
Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions
Official GRE
Direct Patient Care Hours

Tuition Fees

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32857 USD / year

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32857 USD / year

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32857 USD / year

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Living costs

Scranton

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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Credits

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Financing

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