Program Overview

About the School of Medicine

The School of Medicine at Tufts University is a prestigious institution dedicated to providing high-quality education and training in the field of medicine. The school offers a range of programs, including the Doctor of Medicine (MD) program, Master of Public Health (MPH) program, Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program, Physician Assistant (PA) program, and Special Master's (MBS) program.

Academics

The School of Medicine offers a variety of academic programs, including:

• Medicine
  • MD Program Overview
  • Curriculum
  • Clinical Partners
  • MD Student Stories
  • Class Profile
  • Match Results
  • Anatomical Gift Program
• Public Health
  • MPH Program Overview
  • Public Health Faculty
  • PH Student Stories
  • MPH Career Pathways & Outcomes
  • MPH Dual Degrees
• Physical Therapy
  • DPT Programs Overview
  • DPT Faculty
  • DPT Student Stories
  • DPT Clinical Education
  • DPT Career Pathways & Outcomes
  • Campus Locations
  • DPT Cohort Demographic Profiles
• Physician Assistant
  • PA Program Overview
  • PA Faculty
  • PA Student Stories
  • PA Career Pathways & Outcomes
• Special Master’s (MBS)
  • MBS Program Overview
  • MBS Faculty
  • MBS Student Stories
  • MBS Career Pathways & Outcomes

Admissions & Financial Aid

The School of Medicine offers various admission and financial aid options, including:

• Admission by Program
  • Doctor of Medicine
  • Master of Public Health
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy
  • Physician Assistant
  • Special Master’s (MBS)
• Tuition & Fees
  • Tuition & Fees
• Financial Aid
  • Office of Financial Aid
  • Financial Aid for Medical Students
  • Financing Your Graduate Education
  • Financial Aid Resources

Student Experience

The School of Medicine provides a range of resources and support for students, including:

• Student Resources by Program
  • Doctor of Medicine
  • Master of Public Health
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy
  • Physician Assistant
  • MS in Biomedical Sciences
• Academic & Student Support
  • Academic Calendars
  • Accessibility
  • Academic Support
  • Support Teams
• Wellness & Wellbeing
  • Office of Student Wellness
  • Student Health Services
• Explore Our Campus
  • Virtual Tour
  • Facilities & Study Spaces
  • Health Sciences Library
  • Housing & Dining
  • Fitness & Recreation
  • Campus Public Safety
• Student Life
  • Student Organizations
  • Volunteering & Working
  • Mentoring & Learning Communities
  • Student Awards & Honors
• Events & Traditions
  • Orientation
  • White Coat Ceremony
  • Commencement

Research

The School of Medicine is committed to advancing medical knowledge through research, with a focus on:

• Research Areas
  • Clinical Research
  • Public Health Research
  • Basic & Translational Research
  • Research News
  • Recent Grants
• Research Labs & Centers
  • Clinical Research Facilities
  • Research Centers
  • Research Labs
  • Core Research Facilities
• Student Research
  • Student Research Overview
  • Finding Research Opportunities
  • MD Student Research Fellowships
  • MBS Student Research
  • MPH Student Research

Local & Global Engagement

The School of Medicine is dedicated to community service and global health initiatives, including:

• Community Service Learning
  • Community Service Learning Overview
  • Chinatown Partnerships
  • Community Health and Wellness
  • Patient Support & Advocacy
  • Youth Science & Health Education
  • Opportunities in Maine
• Pathway Programs
  • Pathway Programs Overview
  • Teachers and High School Students Program (TAHSS)
  • Mini Med School
  • TUSM/UMass Boston Enrichment Program
• Global Health Programs
  • Global Health Overview
  • Summer Programs
  • Spring Programs
  • Independent Projects
• Community Engagement
  • Sharewood Project
  • COHERE Program
  • Public Health Community Engagement

PA Career Pathways & Outcomes

The Physician Assistant (PA) program at Tufts University School of Medicine prepares students for a rewarding career in healthcare. The role of a PA is increasingly vital in today's healthcare landscape, with PAs collaborating with physicians to provide high-quality patient care across diverse medical settings.

Learn More About PA Careers

• What is a Physician Assistant?
• Job Outlook

Tufts PA Program Graduate Employment Statistics

The PA program at Tufts University School of Medicine has a strong track record of graduate employment, with:

• 100% of PA Class of 2025 passing their PANCE examination on their first attempt
• 100% of PA Class of 2025 graduates licensed to practice as a PA
• 94% employment rate for the PA Class of 2025 within six months of graduation

Type of Employer

Physician Assistant Salary

• Graduates earned a median of $125,000

Sampling of Employers

• Cambridge Health Alliance
• Boston Children’s Hospital
• Brigham and Women’s Hospital
• Mass General Hospital
• Tufts Medical Center
• Beth Israel Deaconess Center
• Newton Wellesley Hospital

Sampling of Departments

• Primary Care
• Emergency Medicine
• Surgery
• Family Medicine
• Orthopedic Surgery

Academic Departments

The School of Medicine has various academic departments, including:

• Administrative Offices
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• Policies
• Tufts Directory
• Non-Discrimination Statement
• Privacy