ARC-PA AccreditedProfile reviewed • Jul 12, 2026
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University of Charleston

PA Program

Program at a Glance

Admitted Class Size
33
Duration
28 mo
Total Cost to Complete Program
$90k
Competitiveness
Moderately selective
Campus
On-campus

Application Timeline

Review Process
Rolling
Application Opens
Unlisted
Application Deadline
September 1, 2026
Program Start
January

What to Expect

Program Highlights

  • The mission of the University of Charleston Physician Assistant Program is to prepare competent physician assistants who value and provide comprehensive, patient-centered, culturally sensitive primary care, and are committed to lifelong-learning, professional growth, community health, and caring for underserved populations.

Prerequisite Courses

Science Courses8 courses · 33 credits
Biology (general)+ Lab
4 credits
Chemistry (general)+ Lab
8 credits
Human Anatomy+ Lab
4 credits
Human Physiology+ Lab
4 credits
Microbiology
3 credits
Organic Chemistry+ Lab
4 credits
Psychology
3 credits
Statistics
3 credits

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Other Admissions Requirements

GPA Requirements
Cumulative GPA
3.0
Healthcare Experience
Shadowing
Recommended
Standardized Tests
GRE
Required
PA-CAT
Not Required
TOEFL
Not Required
GRE or MCAT
Required

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Accreditation

Next ARC-PA review: January 2027

Financial Investment

Total Cost to Complete Program$89,950
Seat Deposit$1,000(Non-refundable)
Scholarships & Financial Aid

None added.

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10 years
Est. Monthly Payment$0

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Contact

University of Charleston
2300 MacCorkle Ave SE \r\n Charleston West Virginia 25304
Visit Program Websitepaprogram@ucwv.edu

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Frequently asked questions about the University of Charleston PA program

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What GPA do you need for the University of Charleston PA program?

The University of Charleston PA program requires a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA to apply. Recently admitted students had a median GPA of 3.6 and a median science GPA of 3.5.

How much does the University of Charleston PA program cost?

The total cost to complete the University of Charleston PA program is about $89,950 in tuition and fees, excluding housing and other living costs.

How long is the University of Charleston PA program?

The University of Charleston PA program is 28 months long (about 2.3 years) from matriculation to graduation.

How competitive is the University of Charleston PA program?

The University of Charleston PA program is moderately selective. It admits a class of 33 students.

Is the GRE required for the University of Charleston PA program?

Yes. The GRE is required for admission to the University of Charleston PA program.

When is the application deadline for the University of Charleston PA program?

The application deadline for the University of Charleston PA program is September 1, 2026. The program uses rolling admissions, so applications are reviewed as they arrive and applying early is an advantage.

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