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Lake Erie College

PA Program

Program at a Glance

Admitted Class Size
26
Duration
27 mo
Total Cost to Complete Program
$104k
Competitiveness
Highly competitive
Campus
On-campus

Application Timeline

Review Process
Rolling
Application Opens
Unlisted
Application Deadline
November 1, 2026
Program Start
May

What to Expect

Program Highlights

  • The Lake Erie College Physician Assistant (PA) Program develops motivated individuals into competent, compassionate PAs who practice patient-centered, evidence-based medicine. We foster an environment of academic excellence, leadership, and collaboration dedicated to meeting the healthcare needs of the community.

Prerequisite Courses

Science Courses9 courses · 33 credits
Biology (general)+ Lab
6 credits
Chemistry (general)+ Lab
6 credits
English
3 credits
Human Anatomy+ Lab
3 credits
Human Physiology+ Lab
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
Healthcare Experience
Shadowing
Required
Standardized Tests
GRE
Not Required
PA-CAT
Not Required
TOEFL
Not Required

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Accreditation

Next ARC-PA review: October 2028

Program Outcomes

100%first-time, class of 2024
Program-reported · source
3 first-time test-takers
Cohort Year
PANCE Pass Rate
Class of 2024LATEST3 takers
100%
Class of 2022
92%

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: Program's published outcomes, 2024

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$104,160
Seat Deposit$1,000(Non-refundable)
Scholarships & Financial Aid
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10 years
Est. Monthly Payment$0

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Contact

Lake Erie College
391 West Washington Street Painesville Ohio 44077
Visit Program Websitepaeducation@lec.edu

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Frequently asked questions about the Lake Erie College PA program

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

What GPA do you need for the Lake Erie College PA program?

The Lake Erie College PA program requires a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA to apply. Recently admitted students had a median GPA of 3.59 and a median science GPA of 3.51.

How much does the Lake Erie College PA program cost?

The total cost to complete the Lake Erie College PA program is about $104,160 in tuition and fees, excluding housing and other living costs.

How long is the Lake Erie College PA program?

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

How competitive is the Lake Erie College PA program?

The Lake Erie College PA program is highly competitive. It admits a class of 26 students.

Is the GRE required for the Lake Erie College PA program?

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

When is the application deadline for the Lake Erie College PA program?

The application deadline for the Lake Erie College PA program is November 1, 2026. The program uses rolling admissions, so applications are reviewed as they arrive and applying early is an advantage.

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