Overview

The Physician Assistant Science (3+2) accelerated program here at Saint Francis University is designed to provide three years of pre-professional study in which students will complete preparatory science courses, introduction to medicine classes, and all the components of our liberal arts education.

The didactic curriculum of Accelerated Health Science - Physician Assistant Science delivers content in an integrated holistic approach designed for the delivery of primary patient care.

Key Features

Our carefully crafted program is designed to support you with an appropriate knowledge base and sound clinical skills.
Hands-on experiences are woven throughout your academic career, providing the opportunity to apply what you have learned in the classroom.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Medical Terminology
Clinical Microbiology
Human Anatomy and Physiology
General Chemistry
Medicine

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Credits

197 SCH

99 - 103 first three years
94 Didactic Year and Clinical Year

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Altoona, United States

Disciplines

Public Health Health Sciences View 1578 other Bachelors in Health Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Completed application form.
Official transcripts.
SAT/ACT scores.
High school cumulative/core GPA.

For International Students:

Copy of passport photo page.
Transcripts must be converted to the U.S. Academic Scale using an official credential evaluation service.
TOEFL or the IELTS scores.
Certified financial affidavit with official bank statement, stamp, or seal.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

44600 USD / year

≈ 44600 USD / year
Out-of-State

44600 USD / year

≈ 44600 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

44600 USD / year

≈ 44600 USD / year

Living costs

Altoona

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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