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Institution

Saint Louis University

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Program Level

MMS

Program

Physician Assistan

Summary

The Saint Louis University physician assistant program’s Master of Medical Science (M.M.S.) is a 27-month, year-round graduate program with a rigorous full-time didactic and clinical curriculum that provides a broad medical and surgical foundation.

The primary mission of the SLU physician assistant program is to educate individuals to become competent, compassionate PAs dedicated to excellence in health care and the service of humanity.

The following are just a few of the ways the Saint Louis University PA program sets itself apart from other PA programs:

• A tradition of academic excellence, with first-time PANCE pass rates at or above the national average. Academic highlights include intentional course sequencing to promote a holistic understanding of course content, multiple hands-on laboratories, a full-dissection human gross anatomy course and activities and partnerships with health care systems in and beyond the metropolitan area, offering a wide range of clinical opportunities to students. 

• A multilayered mentoring and support system, which pairs each matriculating student with three mentors (a second-year student mentor, a faculty mentor, and a clinical mentor), and offers support and wellness services through the program and the University. 

• A mission-driven program emphasizing service to humanity, mandatory community service hours for all students and an optional service track for students who want to incorporate additional service and reflection into their PA education. 

• A joint M.M.S./M.P.H. dual-degree option for students who are passionate about pursuing both PA and public health interests and are accepted separately into both programs. 

• An active branch of the national AAPA student academy, which takes part in or leads service, legislative and social activities. 

• Dedicated, cohesive, supportive and experienced faculty and staff. 

• Over 50 years of continuous national accreditation.

As one of the first universities in the country to offer a PA program, SLU maintains a tradition of academic excellence and has earned a national reputation as a leader in PA education. The learning environment is challenging yet supportive. Educational facilities include a medical library, various lab spaces and a simulated medical office with exam rooms equipped for patient history and physical exam practice, and recording/reviewing student performance.

Traditional pre-PA tracks can be found in many Doisy College of Health Sciences (DCHS) programs. In addition, DCHS proudly offers the PA Scholars option for eligible incoming freshmen.

Graduates of SLU's PA program are eligible to sit for the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE).

Tuition Fees

23660.00

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CertificateName

Physician Assistan MMS

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May,June,July

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Year Length

3

Program Length

3 years

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