Program Overview

Physician Assistant Studies Program

The Physician Assistant Studies program is offered by the Robbins College of Health & Human Sciences at Baylor University.

About the Program

The program is designed to provide students with the necessary education and training to become competent physician assistants.

Admission Requirements

• Admission to the program is competitive and requires:
  • Meeting the prerequisite course requirements
  • Submitting official transcripts
  • Providing letters of recommendation
  • Completing a personal statement
• Additional requirements may include:
  • Background checks and drug testing
  • Health information and immunization records

Curriculum

The program consists of preclinical and clinical phases, including:

• Didactic coursework
• Clinical rotations
• Summative evaluations

Progression and Graduation Requirements

To progress to the next trimester, students must:

• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Earn a grade of C or better in each course
• Meet professionalism and competency requirements
• Achieve a passing score on each preceptor evaluation (clinical year only)

To graduate, students must:

• Successfully complete the required preclinical and clinical phase curriculum
• Successfully complete all components of the Summative Evaluation
• Complete all required Baylor University and PA Program documents
• Honor all professional and financial obligations to Baylor University

Academic Progression

Students are expected to meet the academic progression requirements to remain in good standing and progress to the next trimester.

Graduation

Graduation from the program requires meeting all the graduation requirements, including completing the required curriculum, passing the Summative Evaluation, and fulfilling all professional and financial obligations.