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North Central College

PA Program

Program at a Glance

Admitted Class Size
32
Duration
24 mo
Total Cost to Complete Program
$130k
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 North Central College Master's Degree Physician Assistant program will prepare our diverse students to become competent medical providers who deliver humane, patient and relationship-centered primary care in collaboration with healthcare professionals while developing future leaders committed to community service, life-long learning and advancement of the PA profession. The Program’s Five Foundational Pillars of Excellence are as follows: Humanism, Scholarship, Innovation, Leadership, and Co

Prerequisite Courses

Science Courses11 courses · 36 credits
Biochemistry
3 credits
Chemistry (general)+ Lab
3 credits
Genetics
3 credits
Human Anatomy+ Lab
3 credits
Human Anatomy and Physiology I + II+ Lab
6 credits
Human Physiology+ Lab
3 credits
Humanities
3 credits
Microbiology+ Lab
3 credits
Organic Chemistry+ Lab
3 credits
Psychology
3 credits
Statistics
3 credits

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Other Admissions Requirements

GPA Requirements
Cumulative GPA
3.0
Science GPA
3.0
Healthcare Experience
Patient Care (PCE) — 500 hrs min
Required
Shadowing
Required
Standardized Tests
GRE
Not Required
PA-CAT
Not Required
TOEFL
Not Required

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Accreditation

Next ARC-PA review: April 2036

Financial Investment

Total Cost to Complete Program$130,000
Seat Deposit$1,500(Non-refundable)
Scholarships & Financial Aid

None added.

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10 years
Est. Monthly Payment$0

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Contact

North Central College
160 E. Chicago Avenue Naperville Illinois 60540
Visit Program Websitegrad@noctrl.edu

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Frequently asked questions about the North Central College PA program

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What GPA do you need for the North Central College PA program?

The North Central College PA program requires a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA to apply. Recently admitted students had a median GPA of 3.67 and a median science GPA of 3.57.

How many patient care hours does the North Central College PA program require?

The North Central College PA program requires at least 500 hours of hands-on patient care experience.

How much does the North Central College PA program cost?

The total cost to complete the North Central College PA program is about $130,000 in tuition and fees, excluding housing and other living costs.

How long is the North Central College PA program?

The North Central College PA program is 24 months long (2 years) from matriculation to graduation.

How competitive is the North Central College PA program?

The North Central College PA program is moderately selective. It admits a class of 32 students.

Is the GRE required for the North Central College PA program?

No. The North Central College PA program does not require the GRE for admission.

When is the application deadline for the North Central College PA program?

The application deadline for the North Central College 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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