Master in Physician Associate/Assistant (Master's)

Tuition is Tuition for the 2026-2027 academic year is $55,000 for the full programme..

This programme is designed for individuals with a bachelor's degree who seek a career in clinical medicine. Students complete a structured curriculum combining classroom instruction with hands-on clinical training. The programme prepares graduates to work as physician assistants in a variety of healthcare settings. Clinical rotations occur in diverse medical specialties during the final two years.

The programme requires 108 credits, including 60 credits of didactic coursework and 48 credits of clinical rotations. Students complete a capstone project as part of the clinical phase.

Graduates work as physician assistants in primary care, emergency medicine, surgery, and other clinical specialties.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Required prerequisites include biology, chemistry, and anatomy. Applicants must submit transcripts, GRE scores, and letters of recommendation.

The programme totals about 108 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, two-year programme. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 85% of applicants.

Trine University in Angola, Indiana, was founded in 1884 and offers a close-knit academic environment to about 8,400 students, including an international cohort. Trine provides a range of undergraduate and graduate programmes in engineering, business, health sciences, arts and sciences, with particular strengths in applied technologies and professional preparation. The university prioritizes hands-on learning, small class sizes and faculty mentorship.

Experiential education lies at the heart of Trine's approach, with lab-based instruction, internships and cooperative experiences that connect students with regional and national employers. Industry partnerships and applied research opportunities help students build practical skills and professional confidence. Faculty members provide individualized guidance, and the campus culture supports leadership development and collaborative projects.

Campus life at Trine is student-focused, combining solid academic support with extracurricular activities, athletics and clubs. International students find tailored orientation, advising and housing options while benefiting from strong career services and internship pathways. With 46 programmes spanning technical and liberal disciplines, Trine is well suited for students who seek personalized instruction, experiential training and direct connections to employment.