Admissions
The program accepts one group of students each year. They begin classes in the fall semester. The application process requires two applications – one to the Graduate School at JMU, the other to the PA Program through the Centralized Application Service for Physician Assistant (CASPA). Application deadlines are available at the following link,
More Information about the application procedure
Admission to the Master of Physician Assistant Studies program is limited to a maximum of 25 students per year. Students are selected through a competitive process that includes two separate applications and admission processes - one to the Graduate School, the second to the PA Program through CASPA. Candidates must complete both applications in order to be considered.
Pre-application advising may be obtained as follows:
- For general information about the program and the application process read this website thoroughly or contact the PA Program for a written brochure.
- If you are currently a JMU student or live close to the university, attend an information session. For times and dates contact the PA Program or refer to question 15 under Frequently Asked Questions.
- After familiarizing yourself with the general information, if you have questions specific to your own situation contact the PA Program for an in-person or telephone appointment.
Contact the PA Program at:
James Madison University
Physician Assistant Program
Dept. of Health Sciences,
701 Carrier Drive,
MSC 4301
Health and Human Services Building, Rm. 3116
Harrisonburg, VA 22807
Phone: (540)568-2395
Fax: (540)568-3336
Email: paprogram@jmu.edu
Information about the elements of the application and admission process can be found at:
