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Louisiana State University - New Orleans

PA Program

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Program at a Glance

Admitted Class Size
35
Duration
29 mo
Total Cost to Complete Program
$50k
Competitiveness
Highly competitive
Campus
On-campus

Application Timeline

Review Process
Standard
Application Opens
Unlisted
Application Deadline
August 1, 2026
Program Start
January

What to Expect

Program Highlights

  • The Mission of the LSU Health-New Orleans Master of Physician Assistant Studies Department is to recruit and educate individuals of the highest quality to provide evidence-based, patient-centered healthcare to the people of Louisiana.

Prerequisite Courses

Science Courses11 courses · 51 credits
Behavioral Sciences+ Lab
6 credits
Biochemistry+ Lab
4 credits
Chemistry (general)+ Lab
8 credits
Genetics
3 credits
Human Anatomy+ Lab
4 credits
Human Physiology+ Lab
4 credits
Math (general)
3 credits
Microbiology+ Lab
4 credits
Organic Chemistry+ Lab
4 credits
Statistics
3 credits
Upper-level biology courses (BIO- prefix, 300/3000 level or greater, related to the human body or medicine)
8 credits

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Other Admissions Requirements

GPA Requirements
Cumulative GPA
3.0
Science GPA
3.0
Healthcare Experience
Patient Care (PCE) — 80 hrs min
Required
Shadowing
Recommended
Standardized Tests
GRE
Required
PA-CAT
Required
TOEFL
Not Required
GRE or MCAT
Required

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Accreditation

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Next ARC-PA review: April 2027

Financial Investment

In-State Tuition$50,450
Out-of-State Tuition$50,450
Total Cost to Complete Program$50,450
Seat Deposit$500(Non-refundable)
Scholarships & Financial Aid

None added.

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Est. Monthly Payment$0

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Contact

Louisiana State University - New Orleans
411 S. Prieur Street \r\n New Orleans Louisiana 70112
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Frequently asked questions about the LSU PA program

Answers generated from this program's profile data on Meshwell.

What GPA do you need for the LSU PA program?

The LSU PA program requires a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA to apply. Recently admitted students had a median GPA of 3.76 and a median science GPA of 3.7.

How many patient care hours does the LSU PA program require?

The LSU PA program requires at least 80 hours of hands-on patient care experience.

How much does the LSU PA program cost?

The total cost to complete the LSU PA program is about $50,450 in tuition and fees, excluding housing and other living costs. Tuition is $50,450 for both in-state and out-of-state students.

How long is the LSU PA program?

The LSU PA program is 29 months long (about 2.4 years) from matriculation to graduation.

How competitive is the LSU PA program?

The LSU PA program is highly competitive. It admits a class of 35 students.

Is the GRE required for the LSU PA program?

Yes. The GRE is required for admission to the LSU PA program.

When is the application deadline for the LSU PA program?

The application deadline for the LSU PA program is August 1, 2026. Applications are reviewed after the deadline rather than on a rolling basis.

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