Physician Assistant Program at SOM

Our innovative and dynamic Physician Assistant (PA) program is designed to prepare the next generation of health care leaders. At Rowan-Virtua SOM, we are committed to providing a comprehensive education that blends rigorous academic training with hands-on clinical experience. Our program emphasizes patient-centered care, critical thinking, and the integration of evidence-based medicine in all health care settings.

As a student in our PA program, you will benefit from our state-of-the-art facilities, including cutting-edge simulation labs and access to a wide network of clinical training sites. Our dedicated faculty, who are experts in their respective fields, are here to guide and mentor you every step of the way, ensuring you graduate with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to excel in the ever-evolving health care landscape.

Graduates of our program will be well-prepared to serve as essential members of health care teams, delivering comprehensive care that improves patient outcomes and enhances community health. Whether you're aspiring to work in primary care, surgery, or a specialized medical field, our program provides the foundation and opportunities to pursue your passion in medicine. 

Accreditation

The Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine PA Program has applied for Accreditation-Provisional from the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA). The Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine anticipates matriculating its first class in August 2026, pending achieving Accreditation-Provisional status at the March 2026 agenda, ARC-PA meeting. Accreditation-Provisional is an accreditation status granted when the plans and resource allocation, if fully implemented as planned, or a proprosed program that has not yet enrolled students appear to demonstrate the program's ability to meet the ARC-PA Standards or when a program holding accreditation-provisional status appears to demonstrate continued progress in complying with the Standards as it prepares for the graduation of the first class (cohort) of students.

You can learn more by visiting the ARC-PA website.