Master of Physician Assistant (PA) Studies

Are You Ready to Apply?

Our simple application guidelines will keep you on track

• Verify pre-requisite qualifications, available below.
• Complete primary application through CASPA (rolling admissions). CASPA will collect and summarize all applicant data.
• In addition to the CASPA general application procedures, we require the completion of custom questions and custom essay questions within the CASPA application.
• Obtain Letters of Recommendation from three sources:
  • Supervisor/manager
  • Science professor
  • Person of your choice
• Complete Rowan-Virtua SOM supplemental application
• Review Cost of Program and explore options for Financial Planning

The PA Admissions Committee reviews all applications holistically.

For admissions and program related questions, visit our Frequently Asked Questions page, for any additional questions contact us: AdmissionsPA@rowan.edu 

Academic Standards and Admissions Requirements Regarding Prior Education and Work Experience

Academic Standards Required for Admission

• Bachelor's Degree - Rowan students may have an in-progress degree at the time of matriculation in the event that they are in a PA track program and all requirements of progression within that program are met.
• Cumulative GPA: 3.00+ (Preferred: 3.20+)
• Prerequisite GPA: 3.00+ (Preferred: 3.20+)
• Prerequisite Courses (C or Higher):
  • General Biology: 8 credits
  • Advanced Biology: 3 credits
  • General Chemistry: 6 credits
  • Organic Chemistry/Biochemistry: 3 credits
  • Human Anatomy & Physiology: 8 credits
  • Statistics: 3 credits
  • Psychology: 3 credits
  • Medical Terminology: 1 credit

All courses must be completed within 10 years prior to matriculation. No more than two grades of “C” for all prerequisites.

Preference will be given to those candidates who have completed in-person science and/or lab courses.

Admissions Requirements for Education and Experience

Patient Care Experience

Applicants must have a minimum of 350 hours of patient care experience within the last five years. Examples of accepted experience include work performed as an EMT, Medical Assistant, Scribe, Paramedic, CNA, Nurse, Phlebotomist, Surgical Tech, Radiologic Tech, etc.

Community Service

A minimum of 40 hours of community service within the last 10 years is required of all applicants. This includes volunteering at shelters, food banks, community events, or non-profit organizations.

Letters of Recommendation

Required:

• One (1) Science professor
• One (1) Manager/supervisor
• One (1) Applicant’s choice (e.g., physician, PA, advisor, or coach)

Recommendations cannot be from family members or friends.

Please note that standardized tests or PA shadowing is not required to apply.

For admissions and program related questions, visit our Frequently Asked Questions. For any additional questions, please contact us: AdmissionsPA@rowan.edu