Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant
About Our Program
Explore our Physician Assistant (PA) program and be ready to practice medicine in as little as 29 months. You’ll participate in challenging curriculum that exposes you to diverse patient populations and clinical experiences at area hospitals and clinics, equipping you with the skills and knowledge you need to excel in today’s medical field.
Program Structure
Format
In-person
Typical program length
7 consecutive semesters
Typical course load
129.5 credit hours
Program Details
Curriculum, program goals and outcomes
Our program aims to produce skilled physician assistants ready to meet workforce demands and advance the profession while ensuring all graduates meet competency standards. Our curriculum blends comprehensive didactic instruction, robust simulation and skills training, and clinical experiences to ensure you are fully prepared for the dynamic responsibilities of a physician assistant.
Admission requirements
We are looking for applicants with strong academic abilities and personal characteristics that will translate in the pursuit of the physician assistant profession. Discover the program requirements.
Applying to the program
Ready to apply? Review the application steps, required documents and deadlines.
Costs and aid
Determine your tuition rate, physician assistant program costs and scholarship opportunities to better prepare for the start of your program.Virtual and On-Campus Visits
The UMKC School of Medicine offers prospective PA students the opportunity to visit the Health Sciences campus to learn more about the PA program curriculum and admissions process. If registration becomes full or you are looking to register less than one week prior to the event, please call the Office of Admissions at 816-235-1870 or email us.
Early and Guaranteed Admissions
The PA Scholars program offers early and guaranteed admission to current college juniors from area partner institutions. Learn more about the program and find out if your school participates.
Admission Events
Why Our Students Chose UMKC
UMKC’s School of Medicine fosters a place where I can truly serve the underserved. They offer clinical placements with some of Kansas City’s most in need patients. These experiences illuminate the profound influence of social determinants on health outcomes and enrich your role as a healthcare provider by highlighting the impacts our profession can have on individuals’ lives.
Lauren Neubauer
More to Explore
Become a preceptor
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Student handbook and policies
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Frequently asked questions
Discover the most common questions and answers about our program.
Meet our people
Meet the faculty and staff of the PA program.
More Information
For questions about the PA program or the admissions process, contact the Office of Admissions.
Office of Admissions, M1-103 Address: UMKC School of Medicine 2411 Holmes Kansas City, MO 64108 Email: medicine@umkc.edu Phone: 816-235-1870