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    Physician Assistant Studies, MPAS

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    Madison, USMPASIn-person2 years
    $88,653.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    72
    Cohort
    students
    96
    Credits

    Physician Assistant Studies, MPAS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is a 96-credit, 2-year, in-person MPAS program based in Madison, US. Tuition is $88,653.

    About the program

    The program provides one year of didactic training in primary care, public health, evidence-based medicine, and rural health, followed by one year of hands-on clinical rotations in emergency medicine, family medicine, internal medicine, surgery, and a student-elected subspecialty.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $21,600.00
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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Physician Assistant Studies, MPAS at University of Wisconsin-Madison cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Physician Assistant Studies, MPAS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is $88,653 across 96 required credits.
    Is Physician Assistant Studies, MPAS at University of Wisconsin-Madison online or in-person?
    Physician Assistant Studies, MPAS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is offered in-person.
    How long does Physician Assistant Studies, MPAS at University of Wisconsin-Madison take to complete?
    Physician Assistant Studies, MPAS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is structured around 2 years and 96 credits.
    What GPA is required for Physician Assistant Studies, MPAS at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum cumulative GPA of 3.20 or higher on a traditional 4.00 scale
    How large is the Physician Assistant Studies, MPAS at University of Wisconsin-Madison cohort?
    Physician Assistant Studies, MPAS at University of Wisconsin-Madison typically enrolls around 72 students per cohort.