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MS Physician Assistant Studies at Stanford University

Stanford University, United States

Programme overview

The Master of Science (MS) in Physician Assistant Studies, or MSPA, program is a 9-quarter program (with one summer break) that includes streamlined courses with innovative content delivery, a state-of-the-art simulation lab, and world-class clinical anatomy experiences as well as early exposure to patient care. Students receive mentorship and support in their academic and research focus areas by clinically practicing Stanford PAs. During the didactic work, PA students are located at the School of Medicine and enroll as a cohort in a clinically focused curriculum.

Faculty: School of Medicine  |  Department: Physician Assistant Studies  |  Duration: 182 units in the programme; 45 minimum university units  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Stanford, CA, United States

What you will study

Programme load is 182 units in the programme and 45 minimum university units. Requirements are organised into: Program Requirements.

Official programme page

Application information

Tuition is charged for Autumn, Winter and Spring quarters (Summer quarter also billed separately). Graduate programmes such as PhD and Master's in Computer Science admit for Autumn entry only; Education PhD and Master's programmes begin September 20, 2027.

The graduate application fee is $125, nonrefundable, payable by credit card or bank transfer from a U.S. checking account. Deadlines are set by each programme; one application per academic year may be submitted. The application for 2027 entry is open. Computer Science MS and PhD applications close December 8, 2026; Education PhD closes November 16, 2026 and Education MA/MS closes January 7, 2027.

Apply through the official page: https://med.stanford.edu/pa/admissions.html

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