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Bachelor of Physician Assistant
Rochester Institute of Technology
- Rochester, United States
- 5 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A 27-month professional programme preparing physician assistants.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational knowledge and practical skills related to Physician Assistant.
Career outcomes
- Physician assistant
Curriculum
- Seven continuous full-time semesters: three of classroom training and four of clinical rotations
- 112 graduate credit hours (66 didactic
- 46 clinical)
- No advanced placement or credit for prior experience.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Completion of secondary school (high school diploma or equivalent) with a college-preparatory record: about 4 years English
- 3 social studies or history
- 3-4 mathematics and 2-3 science
- With specific mathematics and science by college
- One recommendation
- Portfolio for art and design majors
- SAT/ACT optional
- English test unless exempt (Duolingo 120
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79/4.5
- PTE Academic 58).
Accepted academic background
Secondary school completion with official transcript, One recommendation letter, Required high school mathematics and science vary by college (e.g. 3-4 years of math), Transfer applicants need college transcripts, Proof of funds of at least 78, 000 USD for the I-20.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79 (4.5 on new 6-point scale)
- Duolingo 120
- PTE Academic 58
- IELTS Academic 7
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Graduation certificate when applicable
- Passport copy
- English proficiency evidence
- Financial documentation
- Program-specific supporting materials when required.
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements and deadlines: Early Decision I and Early Action 1 Nov
- Early Decision II 1 Jan
- Regular Decision 15 Jan (official website 2. Apply online through the Common Application or the RIT application. The application fee is 65 USD. Upload transcripts
- A recommendation
- English test scores (official website and a portfolio where the major requires one. Receive the decision and pay the 500 USD deposit to enrol (1 May for Regular Decision). Submit the declaration of financial support
- Obtain the I-20 and apply for the F-1 student visa (official website.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $64,608 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $65 USD |
| Deposit | $1,000 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Rochester |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Health Sciences and Technology |
| Department | Academic Department |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 181 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Rochester Institute of Technology may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Jan 2027
63 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 5 years.
The next deadline is 15 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $64,608 USD per year. The application fee is $65 USD. The deposit is $1,000 USD. The estimated living cost is $20,392 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79 (4.5 on new 6-point scale), Duolingo 120, PTE Academic 58, IELTS Academic 7. An interview is required.