Master of Physician Assistant Program
Physician Assistants (PAs) are medically trained and licensed to provide high quality health care, treat illnesses, plan prevention strategies, and write prescriptions.
As nationally certified and state-licensed medical professionals, PAs are recognized as one of three primary care providers (PAs, Nurse Practitioners, and Physicians). PAs lead patient-centered medical teams and can practice autonomously or in collaboration with other members of a patient’s healthcare team. PAs undergo rigorous medical training to become certified as medical generalists with a foundation in primary care. Still, they also have the unique opportunity to practice in various specialty areas (surgery, pediatrics, dermatology, orthopaedics, etc.), giving them deep and fulfilling professional experiences and the flexibility to meet the changing needs of their patients, employers, and communities.
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Established in 1972 and accredited in 1973, the Augusta University College of Allied Health Sciences Physician Assistant Program provides a comprehensive education that prepares graduates for practice across a broad range of medical and surgical specialties. The Master of Physician Assistant program combines rigorous classroom instruction with extensive clinical training, emphasizing direct patient care and hands-on learning experiences. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates earn a Master of Physician Assistant degree.
As one of the nation's oldest PA programs, Augusta University has a long-standing tradition of excellence in physician assistant education. AU PA graduates consistently demonstrate exceptional performance on the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE), with 100% of graduates achieving certification over the past decade and 99% passing on their first attempt.
Demand for physician assistants continues to grow nationwide. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for Physician Assistants was $135,880 in May 2025, and employment is projected to grow 21% between 2025 and 2035, much faster than the average for all occupations. In its 2026 rankings, U.S. News & World Report ranked Physician Assistant as the #2 Best Health Care Job, #4 Best STEM Job, and #5 Best Job Overall in the United States.
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Physician assistant student partakes in Education Association fellowship
Physician assistant student partakes in Education Association fellowship
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