Application Requirements

In addition to the University’s minimum requirements, applicants must meet the following admissions requirements:

Education

• Prior master’s degree from an ARC‐PA accredited program prior to matriculation.

Transcripts

• Final, official transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended, even if a degree was not awarded or expected.

Academics

• Average minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale upon completion of the PA program.
• PAs who graduated in good standing from an ARC‐PA accredited will be considered on an individual basis with an average minimum GPA less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Certification and Licensure

• Current NCCPA certification.
• Current unencumbered license as a PA in the United States, its territories or protectorates.

Resume or Curriculum Vitae

• A resume or curriculum vitae outlining experience as a PA and any other healthcare experience.

Early Decision Programs

• An early decision can be made for current second year RFU PA students each spring if they wish to matriculate directly to the DMS program after graduation.