Program Overview
The Physician Assistant Studies at Philadelphia University is a MSc programme in Humanities, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Physician Assistant Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 1,130 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,130 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Physician Assistant Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Our PANCE pass rate averaged 96% for the last 5 years.
- Our job placement has been 100% for the past several years.
- A PA faculty member was awarded the PAragon Award for Outstanding Physician Assistant by the AAPA in 2011.
- The University and main campus is located in the East Falls section of Philadelphia.\xa0 This location is an intersection for the natural beauty of Fairmont Park and the bustling metropolitan life offered by Center City.
- The Philadelphia metropolitan area offers a wide variety of medical opportunities and experiences, from free clinics to major university hospitals.
- The New Jersey campus will initially be located in Stockton University\x92s Carnegie Center, a campus center in the Atlantic City resort area, one block off the beach. It will provide a dynamic adult learning environment.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Successful completion of the Physician Assistant Studies Program includes:
- Completing all required courses and rotations
- Maintaining a 3.0 grade point average
- Successfully passing Summary Testing
- Meeting all standards listed in the Thomas Jefferson University Graduate Catalog and Physician Assistant Studies Handbooks
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,130 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,130 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,130 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,130 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Philadelphia University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Philadelphia University
Philadelphia University
Philadelphia, United States
Philadelphia University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-09-09
- Language English