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Stephens College

PA Program

Program at a Glance

Admitted Class Size
30
Duration
27 mo
Total Cost to Complete Program
$102k
Competitiveness
Moderately selective
Campus
On-campus

Application Timeline

Review Process
Rolling
Application Opens
Unlisted
Application Deadline
June 15, 2026
Program Start
January

What to Expect

Program Highlights

  • The Stephens College Physician Assistant program is dedicated to transforming students into excellent clinicians who practice with compassion. The program emphasizes leadership within the profession while working in an inter-professional team.

Prerequisite Courses

Science Courses10 courses · 29 credits
Biology (general)+ Lab
3 credits
Chemistry (general)
6 credits
CPR
1 credits
Genetics
3 credits
Human Anatomy+ Lab
3 credits
Human Physiology+ Lab
3 credits
Medical Terminology
1 credits
Microbiology
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
Prerequisite GPA
3.0
Healthcare Experience
Patient Care (PCE) — 750 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: January 2031

Program Outcomes

97%first-time, class of 2025
Official NCCPA report — verified by Meshwell
30 first-time test-takers
Cohort Year
PANCE Pass Rate
Class of 2025LATEST30 takers
97%
Class of 202429 takers
93%
Class of 202330 takers
90%
Class of 202230 takers
93%
Class of 202129 takers
100%
Class of 202029 takers
97%
Class of 201926 takers
100%
Class of 201820 takers
100%

PANCE Pass Rate refers to the percentage of graduates who passed the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination on their first attempt. This is a key indicator of program quality and student preparation.

Source: Official PANCE Scorecard, 2025

PANCE and NCCPA are registered trademarks of the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Meshwell is independent and is not affiliated with or endorsed by NCCPA.

Financial Investment

Total Cost to Complete Program$102,050
Seat Deposit$999(Non-refundable)
Scholarships & Financial Aid

None added.

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7.5%
10 years
Est. Monthly Payment$0

*Estimated payment based on standard repayment plan. Does not include origination fees or other factors.

Contact

Stephens College
1211 E Broadway Columbia Missouri 65215
Visit Program Websitecsmith@stephens.edu

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Frequently asked questions about the Stephens College PA program

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

What GPA do you need for the Stephens College PA program?

The Stephens College PA program requires a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA to apply. Recently admitted students had a median GPA of 3.66 and a median science GPA of 3.6.

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

The Stephens College PA program requires at least 750 hours of hands-on patient care experience.

How much does the Stephens College PA program cost?

The total cost to complete the Stephens College PA program is about $102,050 in tuition and fees, excluding housing and other living costs.

How long is the Stephens College PA program?

The Stephens College PA program is 27 months long (about 2.3 years) from matriculation to graduation.

How competitive is the Stephens College PA program?

The Stephens College PA program is moderately selective. It admits a class of 30 students.

Is the GRE required for the Stephens College PA program?

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

When is the application deadline for the Stephens College PA program?

The application deadline for the Stephens College PA program is June 15, 2026. The program uses rolling admissions, so applications are reviewed as they arrive and applying early is an advantage.

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