Program Overview

Pathologists' Assistant Program

The Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences and Professional Studies offers the Master of Science in Pathologists' Assistant (PathA). The pathologists' assistant is an intensely trained allied health professional who provides anatomic pathology services under the direction and supervision of a pathologist. Pathologists' assistants interact with pathologists in the same manner that physicians' assistants carry out their duties under the direction of physicians in surgical and medical practice.

Program Structure

The two-year, full-time program begins in May of each year. The first year is the didactic portion, supplemented by laboratory exposure. The second year is the clinical education portion, composed of several hospital-based rotations offering progressively responsible experience in autopsy pathology, forensic pathology, pediatric pathology, and surgical pathology. These rotations are supplemented with informal classroom education and examinations conducted monthly at the University.

Degrees Offered

• Degree: MS
• Availability: Full-Time
• Location: Philadelphia

Application Requirements

On-Campus Program

Semester Deadlines

• Fall (Sept.): N/A
• Winter (Jan.): N/A
• Spring (March): N/A
• Summer (June): 2nd Friday in February (for both U.S. and International Applicants)

Requirements

• Graduate Admission Application: Applicants may only apply to one program. All documents submitted in support of this application become the property of the University.
• Application Fee: $75 U.S.
• Transcripts: Official transcripts must be sent directly to Drexel from all colleges and universities attended.
• International Transcripts: Transcripts must be evaluated by an approved agency for admittance into this program. Drexel University accepts course-by-course transcript evaluations from members of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).
• Standardized Test Scores: Submit either GRE or MCAT test scores.
• Test of English as a Foreign Language: International applicants are required to demonstrate English language proficiency by submitting scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or the Pearson Test of English (PTE) unless they meet the criteria for a waiver.
• Essay: Approximately 500 words explaining reasons for pursuing a degree from Drexel, short-term and long-term career plans, and how background, experience, interest, and/or values will enable the pursuit of these goals successfully.
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• Letters of Recommendation: Three letters are required, which can be requested electronically or submitted by mail with the address, phone number, and signature of the recommender.