Director Academic Education
Clinical Assistant Professor
Physician Assistant, MS
Our physician assistant program in Westchester offers students from diverse backgrounds a rigorous course of study designed to prepare graduates for roles as compassionate, ethical primary care providers.
Location
Westchester
Duration
102 Credits
27 Months, Full-Time
Modality
In-Person
Start Date
Fall
F1 Visa
Yes
STEM Designated Program
No
Join a Rapidly Growing Field with a Degree That Stands Out
The demand for Physician Assistants is expected to grow 28% through 2033 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. With clinical placement relationships with 200 healthcare systems in the tri-state area, Pace's Physician Assistant鈥檚 master鈥檚 degree offered by the College of Health Professions will not only prepare you with the skills needed to succeed, but empower you to forge connections necessary to fulfill your potential as a trusted and highly skilled primary care provider.
You鈥檒l be joining a field that not only makes an impact, but is widely regarded as one of the most satisfying careers out there U.S. News and World Report has ranked Physician Assistant as the #2 best healthcare job in 2024, and the #5 best job overall. And with a median salary of over $130,000 as per the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, your degree will also translate into great earning potential.
#5
Best Job
(U.S. News & World Report, 2024)
$130,020
Median Salary for Physician Assistants
(U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
28%
Job growth from 2023鈥2033
(Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
Curriculum
Building upon the core competencies of the physician assistant profession, this curriculum exposes you to an interdisciplinary didactic and clinical curriculum. You鈥檒l learn the process of critical thinking as it pertains to being an exemplary physician assistant, a skill fundamental to the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of illnesses.
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Unique PA Program Opportunities
Students in our program learn anatomy through the use of a virtual cadaver lab and practice their physical exam skills in our state-of-the-art Center for Excellence in Healthcare Simulation.
Take part in community outreach with initiatives such as 鈥淏e the Match鈥 bone marrow donation drive, LiveOnNY organ donor enrollment drive, and many more, as part of our active student society.
PA Academic Prerequisites
Learn more about the PA academic prerequisites.
Accreditation
The Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA) has granted Accreditation-Continued status to the 吃瓜头条911 Physician Assistant Program-Pleasantville sponsored by 吃瓜头条911. Accreditation-Continued is an accreditation status granted when a currently accredited program is in compliance with the ARC-PA Standards.
Accreditation remains in effect until the program closes or withdraws from the accreditation process or until accreditation is withdrawn for failure to comply with the Standards. The approximate date for the next validation review of the program by the ARC-PA will be March 2032. The review date is contingent upon continued compliance with the Accreditation Standards and ARC-PA policy.
The program鈥檚 accreditation history can be viewed on the .
Careers
Graduate physician assistants work clinically in a wide range of specialties. Upon earning their degree, our graduates obtain leadership roles within hospital systems, conduct research, and are offered corporate opportunities. As a Pace student, you鈥檒l have the opportunity to work with our robust career services team to determine the career path right for you.
Our graduates are prepared for jobs like:
- Primary Care and Family Medicine
- Surgical PA
- Emergency Medicine
- Internal Medicine and Hospitalist PA
- Pediatric PA
- Research PA
- Academic and Education Roles
- Healthcare Administration
- Telemedicine
- Public Health and Policy
Where Pace Graduates are Employed
- Mount Sinai
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
- NewYork-Presbyterian
- NYU Langone Hospital
- New York Gastroenterology
- Lenox Hill Hospital
- New York Sports and Joints
Your Learning Pathway
If you are just beginning your journey in higher education and your career goal is to become a physician assistant, you can start at 吃瓜头条911 with a bachelor鈥檚 degree.
Featured Faculty
Clinical Associate Professor
Clinical Associate Professor
Medical Director
Admission and Financial Aid
You're ready for a new level of success鈥攚hether it's advancing in your current field or launching a new career. Pace is with you every step of the way, providing a world-class education and the skills your industry will be looking for far into the future.
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(Centralized Application Service for Physician Assistants)
- A personal statement explaining to the Graduate Admission Committee why you would like to pursue the program of graduate study you have chosen. Additional information regarding your academic performance, as well as professional experience, may also be included in the supplement.
- A resume or outline describing at least the past five years of your employment history and any significant community, professional, or college extracurricular activities.
- Applicants need 2 letters of recommendation. Letters should be from academic or professional references that can knowledgeably comment on your ability to successfully complete graduate study. Include recognitions and achievements (e.g. licenses, publications, and awards).
- All Official Transcripts: Transcripts from every accredited college or university attended (not just the degree granting institution) must be sent either to CASPA, directly from the academic institution electronically or by mail, or forwarded by the applicant in sealed envelopes from the academic institution.
- Completion of all prerequisite requirements and patient care hours.
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Total cost of program: $117,500
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Pace has many internal scholarships and awards to help its students meet their college expenses. Some Pace assistance is meant specifically for College of Health Professions undergraduate and graduate students.
Learn more about CHP-specific scholarships and how to apply.