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Physician Assistant, M.M.S.
# 401-450QS Subject Rankings
27 monthsProgram duration
YesScholarships
MedicineMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Medicine
Degree
MMSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Saint Louis University's Physician Assistant (PA) Master of Medical Science (M.M.S.) is a 27-month, year-round graduate program with a rigorous didactic and clinical curriculum providing a broad medical and surgery foundation.
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. Educational facilities at SLU provide an exceptional learning environment and include a simulated medical office with eight exam rooms equipped with cameras for recording and reviewing student performance.
The mission of SLU's PA program is to educate individuals to become competent, compassionate physician assistants dedicated to excellence in health care and the service of humanity.
Traditional pre-PA tracks can be found in many Doisy College of Health Sciences (DCHS) programs . In addition, DCHS proudly offers the direct-entry PA Scholars option for eligible incoming freshmen interested in securing a spot in the SLU PA program upon graduation from a specific pre-PA degree program.
SLU also offers the M.M.S./M.P.H. dual-degree option for students who are passionate about pursuing both PA and public health interests.
Graduates of SLU's PA program are eligible to sit for the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE).
Annual NCCPA PANCE Exam Performance Summary
SLU PA Program Attrition Rates
SLU PA Program Costs
Despite potential reasons for leaving the program, most fees are non-refundable. Tuition refunds usually cannot be granted due to the timing and sequencing of our curriculum. If, however, a tuition refund is applicable, the student will be guided through this process. Information on withdrawal and tuition and fee refunds may be found at Student Financial Aid Services .
Program overview
Main Subject
Medicine
Degree
MMSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Saint Louis University's Physician Assistant (PA) Master of Medical Science (M.M.S.) is a 27-month, year-round graduate program with a rigorous didactic and clinical curriculum providing a broad medical and surgery foundation.
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. Educational facilities at SLU provide an exceptional learning environment and include a simulated medical office with eight exam rooms equipped with cameras for recording and reviewing student performance.
The mission of SLU's PA program is to educate individuals to become competent, compassionate physician assistants dedicated to excellence in health care and the service of humanity.
Traditional pre-PA tracks can be found in many Doisy College of Health Sciences (DCHS) programs . In addition, DCHS proudly offers the direct-entry PA Scholars option for eligible incoming freshmen interested in securing a spot in the SLU PA program upon graduation from a specific pre-PA degree program.
SLU also offers the M.M.S./M.P.H. dual-degree option for students who are passionate about pursuing both PA and public health interests.
Graduates of SLU's PA program are eligible to sit for the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE).
Annual NCCPA PANCE Exam Performance Summary
SLU PA Program Attrition Rates
SLU PA Program Costs
Despite potential reasons for leaving the program, most fees are non-refundable. Tuition refunds usually cannot be granted due to the timing and sequencing of our curriculum. If, however, a tuition refund is applicable, the student will be guided through this process. Information on withdrawal and tuition and fee refunds may be found at Student Financial Aid Services .
Admission requirements
Exam Scores
Important Dates
Undergraduate
Tuition fee and scholarships
Tuition Fee
Scholarships
Domestic Students
International Students
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
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College for Public Health and Social Justice (11)
Biostatistics, B.S.
Biostatistics, B.S. to Biostatistics and Health Analytics, M.S. Accelerated Program
Health Management, B.S.
Health Management, B.S. to Health Administration, M.H.A. Accelerated Program
Public Health, B.S.
Public Health, B.S. to Public Health, M.P.H. Accelerated Program
Social Work, B.S. (Fontbonne University) to Social Work, M.S.W.
Social Work, B.S. (Lincoln University) to Social Work, M.S.W.
College of Arts and Sciences (11)
American Studies Accelerated Bachelor's/Master's Program
American Studies Accelerated Bachelor's/Master's Program
Art History, B.A.
Bachelor of Arts in African American Studies
Bachelor of Arts in American Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology
Bachelor of Arts in Bioethics and Health Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Music (Fine and Performing Arts)
Biology, B.A.
Biology, B.S.
Biology, B.S. to M.A. in Chemical Biology Accelerated Program
Biology, B.S. to Pharmacy, Pharm.D. Accelerated Program
Catholic Studies, B.A.
Communication, B.A.
Computer Science, B.A. to Computer Science, M.S. Accelerated Program
Computer Science, B.A. to Software Engineering, M.S. Accelerated Program
Computer Science, B.S.
Computer Science, B.S. to Computer Science, M.S. Accelerated Program
Computer Science, B.S. to Software Engineering, M.S. Accelerated Program
Data Science, B.S.
Data Science, B.S. to Bioinformatics & Computational Biology, M.S. Accelerated Program
Data Science, B.S. to Computer Science, M.S. Accelerated Program
Data Science, B.S. to Software Engineering, M.S. Accelerated Program
English, B.A.
English, B.A. to English, M.A. Accelerated Program
English, B.A. to Law, J.D. Accelerated Program
French, B.A.
French, B.A. to M.A. Accelerated Program
Greek & Latin Language and Literature, B.A.
History, B.A.
History, B.A. to Law, J.D. Accelerated Program
International Studies, B.A.
Mathematics, B.A.
Mathematics, B.S.
Meteorology, B.S.
Music, B.A.
Neuroscience, B.S.
Philosophy, B.A.
Political Science, B.A.
Political Science, B.A. to Law, J.D. Accelerated Program
Political Science, B.A. to M.A. Accelerated Program
Psychology, B.A.
Psychology, B.S.
Sociology, B.A.
Sociology, B.A. to M.S. Accelerated Program
Spanish, B.A.
Spanish, B.A. to M.A. Accelerated Program
Studio Art, B.A.
Theatre, B.A.
Theological Studies, B.A.
Theological Studies, B.A. to M.T.S. Accelerated Program
Women's and Gender Studies, B.A.
Women's and Gender Studies, B.A. to M.A. Accelerated Program
College of Philosophy and Letters (11)
Philosophy for Ministry, B.A.
Philosophy for Ministry, B.A. (Archdiocesan)
Philosophy for Ministry, B.S.
Philosophy, B.A. to Law, J.D. Accelerated Program
Doisy College of Health Sciences (11)
Athletic Training, Master of (M.A.T.)
Exercise Science, B.S.
Health Sciences, B.S.
Health Sciences, B.S. to Pharmacy, Pharm.D. Accelerated Program
Health Sciences, Health Information Management, B.S. to Health Administration, M.H.A. Accelerated Program
Health Sciences, Health Information Management, B.S. to Health Data Science, M.S. Accelerated Program
Health Sciences, Health Information Management, B.S. to Law, J.D. Accelerated Program
Magnetic Resonance Imaging, B.S.
Master of Occupational Therapy (M.O.T.)
Medical Laboratory Science, B.S.
Medical Sciences, B.S.
Nuclear Medicine Technology, B.S.
Nutrition and Dietetics, B.S.
Radiation Therapy, B.S.
Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences, B.S.
Richard A. Chaifetz School of Business (11)
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Accounting
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Accounting
Business Technology Management, B.S.
Economics, B.A.
Economics, B.S.
Entrepreneurship, B.S.
Finance, B.S.
International Business, B.S.
Leadership and Human Resource Management, B.S.
Marketing, B.S.
Sports Business, B.S.
School for Professional Studies (11)
Analytics, Bachelor's to Master's Accelerated Program
Cybersecurity, Bachelor's to M.S. Accelerated Program
Emergency Management, B.S.
General Studies, B.A.
Information Systems, Bachelor's to M.S. Accelerated Program
Leadership and Organizational Behavior, B.A.
Leadership and Organizational Development, B.A. to M.A. Accelerated Program
Project Management, B.S.
Project Management, Bachelor's to M.S. Accelerated Program
Security and Strategic Intelligence, B.S.
Strategic Intelligence, Bachelor's to M.S. Accelerated Program
Technology and Leadership, B.S.
School of Education (11)
Education, B.A.
Teaching, B.A. (Online)
School of Law (11)
Bachelor of Arts in American Studies to Juris Doctor (J.D.) Law Accelerated Program
Bachelor of Arts in American Studies to Juris Doctor (J.D.) Law Accelerated Program
Communication, B.A. to Law, J.D. Accelerated Program
Forensic Science, B.S.
School of Science and Engineering (11)
Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Aerospace engineering
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry to Master of Science in Chemical Biology Accelerated Program
Biomedical Engineering, B.S.
Chemical Biology and Pharmacology, B.S.
Chemistry, B.A.
Chemistry, B.A. & Chemical Engineering, B.S. (Washington University) Dual Degree
Chemistry, B.S.
Civil Engineering, B.S.
Computer Engineering, B.S.
Computer Information Systems, B.S.
Computer Science, B.A.
Computer Science, B.A. to Artificial Intelligence, M.S. Accelerated Program
Computer Science, B.S. to Artificial Intelligence, M.S. Accelerated Program
Data Science, B.S. to Artificial Intelligence, M.S. Accelerated Program
Double Major of Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
Double Major of Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering, B.S.
Engineering, B.S. to Engineering, M.S. Accelerated Program
Environmental Science, B.S.
Environmental Studies, B.A.
Geoinformatics and Geospatial Analytics, B.S.
Mechanical Engineering, B.S.
Physics, B.S.
School of Social Work (11)
Criminology and Criminal Justice, B.A.
Criminology and Criminal Justice, B.A. to J.D. Accelerated Program
Social Work, B.S.
Trudy Busch Valentine School of Nursing (11)
Nursing, B.S.
Nursing, B.S. (Accelerated)
Nursing, B.S. (RN to B.S.N.)
Saint Louis University's graduate programs lead to a range of academic degrees, including Master of Arts, Master of Science, Master of Business Administration, Juris Doctor, Doctor of Medicine, and Doctor of Philosophy. In addition, many academic departments at SLU offer graduate certificate programs and accelerated or dual-degree options.
In all, SLU offers more than 80 post-baccalaureate and professional degree programs, with many earning national recognition in U.S. News & World Report’s annual “Best Graduate Schools” edition.
Focused on advanced degrees in health care, STEM, business, law, the humanities, education and more, 13 colleges, schools and centres at SLU offer master's and Ph.D. programs, both online and on the ground at our St. Louis, Missouri, and Madrid, Spain campuses.
Centre for Advanced Dental Education (13)
Endodontics, M.S. in Dentistry
Orthodontics, M.S. in Dentistry
Pediatric Dentistry, M.S. in Dentistry
Periodontics, M.S. in Dentistry
College for Public Health and Social Justice (13)
Behavioral Science and Health Equity, M.P.H.
Biosecurity and Disaster Preparedness, M.P.H.
Biostatistics and Health Analytics, M.S.
Biostatistics, M.P.H.
Epidemiology, M.P.H.
Global Health, M.P.H.
Health Administration, M.H.A.
Health Administration, M.H.A. (Executive)
Health Care Management, Master of
Health Management and Policy, M.P.H.
Maternal and Child Health, M.P.H.
Medicine, M.D. & Public Health, M.P.H. Dual Degree
Public Health Practice, M.P.H.
Public Health, M.P.H. & Social Work, M.S.W. Dual Degree
College of Arts and Sciences (13)
American Studies, M.A.
Biology, M.A.
Biology, M.S.
Communication, M.A.
English, M.A.
French, M.A.
Health Care Ethics, Ph.D. & Theology, M.A. Dual Degree (Aquinas Institute of Theology)
History, M.A.
Mathematics, M.A.
Philosophy, M.A.
Political Science and Public Affairs, M.A.
Religious Education, M.A.
Sociology, M.S.
Spanish Education, M.A.
Spanish, M.A.
Theological Studies, M.T.S.
Women's and Gender Studies, M.A.
College of Philosophy and Letters (13)
Philosophy and Theology for Ministry, M.A.
Doisy College of Health Sciences (13)
Nutrition and Dietetics, M.S.
Nutrition and Dietetics, M.S. & Public Health, M.P.H. Dual Degree
Occupational Therapy Program
Physician Assistant, M.M.S.
Physician Assistant, M.M.S. & Public Health, M.P.H. Dual Degree
Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences, M.S.
Richard A. Chaifetz School of Business (13)
Accounting, M.Acc.
Accounting, M.Acc. & Law, J.D. Dual Degree
Applied Financial Economics, M.S.
Business Administration, M.B.A. & Educational Leadership, M.A., Dual Degree
Business Administration, M.B.A. & Health Administration, M.H.A. Dual Degree
Business Administration, M.B.A. & Medicine, M.D., Dual Degree
International Business, M.I.B.
Supply Chain Management, M.S.
School for Professional Studies (13)
Analytics, M.S.
Cybersecurity, M.S.
Information Systems, M.S.
Leadership and Organizational Development, M.A.
Professional Studies, Master of
Project Management, M.S.
Strategic Intelligence, M.S.
School of Education (13)
Education Principles and Practices, M.A.
Educational Leadership, M.A.
Higher Education and Student Affairs Administration, M.A.
Teaching, M.A.
School of Law (13)
American Law for Foreign Lawyers, LL.M.
Health Administration, M.H.A. & Law, J.D. Dual Degree
Health Law, LL.M.
Law, J.D. & Business Administration, M.B.A. Dual Degree
Law, J.D. & Political Science and Public Affairs, M.A. Dual Degree
Law, J.D. & Public Health, M.P.H. Dual Degree
Law, J.D. & Social Work, M.S.W. Dual Degree
Law, J.D. & Sociology, M.S. Dual Degree
Law, J.D. & Women's and Gender Studies, M.A. Dual Degree
School of Medicine (13)
Anatomy, M.S.
Family Therapy, M.A.
Health Data Science, M.S.
School of Science and Engineering (13)
Artificial Intelligence, M.S.
Aviation, M.S.
Bioinformatics and Computational Biology, M.S.
Chemical Biology, M.A.
Chemical Biology, M.S.
Chemistry, M.A.
Chemistry, M.S.
Computer Science, M.S.
Engineering, M.S.
Geographic Information Science, M.S.
Geoscience, M.S.
Meteorology, M.S.
Software Engineering, M.S.
School of Social Work (13)
Applied Behavior Analysis, M.S.
Social Work, M.S.W. in Cincinnati
Social Work, M.S.W. in Kansas City
Social Work, M.S.W. in St. Louis
Trudy Busch Valentine School of Nursing (13)
Nursing, M.S. (Accelerated)
Nursing, M.S. (Clinical Nurse Leader)
Nursing, M.S. (Nurse Practitioner)
Executive MBA (2)
Business Administration, M.B.A. (Professional)
Full-Time MBA (2)
Business Administration, M.B.A. (One-Year)
College for Public Health and Social Justice (10)
Public Health Studies, Ph.D.
College of Arts and Sciences (10)
American Studies, Ph.D.
Biology, Ph.D.
Clinical Psychology, Ph.D.
English, Ph.D.
Experimental Psychology, Ph.D.
Health Care Ethics, Ph.D.
History, Ph.D.
Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Ph.D.
Mathematics, Ph.D.
Philosophy and Bioethics, Ph.D.
Philosophy, Ph.D.
Public and Social Policy, Ph.D.
Theological Studies, Ph.D.
Theology and Health Care Ethics, Ph.D.
Doisy College of Health Sciences (10)
Integrated and Applied Sciences, Ph.D.
Physical Therapy, Doctor of (D.P.T)
Richard A. Chaifetz School of Business (10)
International Business and Marketing, Ph.D.
School of Education (10)
Curriculum and Instruction, Ph.D.
Education Policy and Equity, Ph.D.
Educational Leadership, Ed.D.
Educational Leadership, Ed.S.
Educational Leadership, Ph.D.
Higher Education Administration, Ph.D.
School of Law (10)
Law, J.D.
Law, J.D. & Health Care Ethics, Ph.D. Dual Degree
Law, J.D. (Two-Year for Foreign Lawyers)
School of Medicine (10)
Anatomy, Ph.D.
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Ph.D.
Health Outcomes Research, Ph.D.
Medical Family Therapy, Ph.D.
Medicine, M.D.
Molecular Microbiology and Immunology, Ph.D.
Pathology, Ph.D
Pharmacology and Physiology, Ph.D.
School of Science and Engineering (10)
Aviation, Ph.D.
Chemistry, Ph.D.
Computer Science, Ph.D.
Engineering, Ph.D.
Geoinformatics and Geospatial Analytics, Ph.D.
Geoscience, Ph.D.
Meteorology, Ph.D.
School of Social Work (10)
Social Work, Ph.D.
Trudy Busch Valentine School of Nursing (10)
Nursing Practice, D.N.P. (Post-Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
Nursing Practice, D.N.P. (Post-Master of Science)
Nursing, Ph.D.