Physician Assistant Program
The Master of Physician Assistant Studies (PA) program prepares students to be knowledgeable, competent, patient-centered, compassionate physician assistants, committed to excellence in the delivery of comprehensive health care.
Our Flexible Program
Learn more about our three full-time campus options (UW–Madison, UW-Stevens Point and UW-Platteville), as well as part-time and MPH-MPAS dual degree options.
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Learning and Practice
Our primary care-oriented curriculum emphasizes public health, evidence-based medicine and rural health. Hands-on clinical rotations build competencies in emergency medicine, family medicine, internal medicine and surgery, and allow you to explore subspecialties.
Points of Pride
First-attempt pass rate on PANCE*
Students who are Wisconsin residents**
*Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE), 5-year average
**Consistent with our mission and the Wisconsin Idea, we focus on training PAs to serve the health needs of Wisconsin.
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Emphasis on Social Impact
We place an emphasis on primary health care for populations across the state of Wisconsin and strive to create a culture of belonging in our learning community and beyond.
Our mission
Student Life
Our students work hard, collaborate and build an incredibly strong foundation for future careers. We are committed to supporting you, connecting you with opportunities and helping you grow your network.
Our People
Your experience is shaped by the people who teach, mentor and support you. Our faculty and staff are committed to helping each student define their interests and reach their full potential.
Meet our people
Julia Welsh, MPAS-MPH Candidate