Physician Associate/Assistant
A physician assistant (PA) is a professional who practices medicine under a supervising physician. Their scope of practice varies by jurisdiction and healthcare setting.
In the United States, PAs are nationally certified and state licensed to practice medicine. A certified PA may add "C" at the end of his/her postnominal credentials. PAs are trained with the medical model and complete these qualifications in less time than a traditional medical degree. The educational model for PAs is based on the fast-tracked training of physicians during World War II. In Canada, Canadian Certified Physician Assistant (CCPA) is the credential awarded upon licensure.
The occupational title originated in the United States in the 1960s; similar occupations elsewhere include clinical officers in parts of Africa and feldshers in states of the former Soviet Union.
Several other countries including Australia and New Zealand have begun developing the new role of physician assistant or physician associate to fill actual or perceived deficiencies in rural medical care.
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Matching Physician Associate/Assistant Colleges
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Nova Southeastern University
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $33,510 average out-state tuition; $33,510 average in-state tuition |
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MCPHS University
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $34,700 average out-state tuition; $34,700 average in-state tuition |
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Touro College
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $18,283 average out-state tuition; $18,283 average in-state tuition |
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Pace University
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $46,978 average out-state tuition; $46,978 average in-state tuition |
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Rochester Institute of Technology
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $50,225 average out-state tuition; $50,225 average in-state tuition |
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University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Four or more years; Public; $38,757 average out-state tuition; $10,927 average in-state tuition |
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Thomas Jefferson University
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $41,900 average out-state tuition; $41,900 average in-state tuition |
Scholarships for Physician Associate/Assistant Majors
Edith Nourse Rogers STEM ScholarshipU.S. Department of Veterans Affairs |
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award Up to $30,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship is available to military veterans and their dependents who are pursuing studies in STEM fields. You must be a recipient of the Post-9/11 GI Bill or Fry Scholarship to be eligible for this award, which acts as an extension to expiring benefits of those programs. View Scholarship Details |
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AMA Foundation Underrepresented in Medicine Physicians of Tomorrow ScholarshipAmerican Medical Association Foundation |
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award $10,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe AMA Foundation Underrepresented in Medicine Physicians of Tomorrow Scholarship is available to medical students who are from historically underrepresented groups in the medical profession. You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and demonstrate a dedication to serving vulnerable or underserved populations to be eligible for this... View Scholarship Details |
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AMA Foundation Physicians of Tomorrow ScholarshipAmerican Medical Association Foundation |
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award $10,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe AMA Foundation Physicians of Tomorrow Scholarship is available to medical students in their final year of medical school. Selection for this award is based on academic achievement and/or financial need. Students pursuing a career in medical journalism may also apply. View Scholarship Details |
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Allman Medical ScholarshipMiss America Pageant |
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award Up to $10,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Allman Medical Scholarship is available to women who are competing at the local, state and or national level of the Miss America competition. You must wish to enter the field of medicine to become a medical doctor to be eligible for this award. Your application will be considered on your GPA, class rank, MCAT score, extracurricular... View Scholarship Details |
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Richard and Muriel Saunders Family ScholarshipColorado Mesa University |
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award $10,000 |
deadline September 01, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Richard and Muriel Saunders Family Scholarship is available to first generation students at Colorado Mesa University. To be considered for this award, you should demonstrate financial need. Preference will be given to students majoring in nursing, physician assistant, engineering, science or pre-medical. View Scholarship Details |
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St. David’s Scholar Program - Huston-Tillotson UniversityHuston-Tillotson University |
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award $7,500 |
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DescriptionThe St. David’s Scholar Program is available to incoming freshman students at Huston-Tillotson University who intend to pursue health careers. There are a limited amount of spots for rising sophomores to enter the program. This is a renewable award. View Scholarship Details |
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Delaney Medical School Scholarship FundGannon University |
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award $38,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Delaney Medical School Scholarship is available to students who have been accepted to allopathic medical school. You must be a graduate of an Erie County high school as well as Gannon University to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Excellence in Allied Health Scholarship - NMCNebraska Methodist College |
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award $6,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Excellence in Allied Health Scholarship is open to students at Nebraska Methodist College who are pursuing an associates degree in allied health. Freshmen must either have a minimum GPA of 3.2 in order to be considered for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Captain Sean P. Grimes Physician Assistant Educational ScholarshipSociety of Army Physicians Assistants (SAPA) |
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award $6,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Captain Sean P. Grimes Physician Assistant Educational Scholarship is open to SAPA members and their immediate family members. You must be training as a physicians assistant and have a minimum GPA of 2.5 in order to be considered for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Manhattan Graduate Scholars Program for Partners in HealthcareBinghamton University - State University of New York |
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award $5,250 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Manhattan Graduate Scholars Program for Partners in Healthcare is open to individuals who have attained a bachelor’s degree or will be completing a bachelor’s degree soon and those returning to seek an additional master’s degree. You must be actively employed in a healthcare field in order to be considered for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Physician Associate/Assistant Related Majors
- Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
- Physical Therapy/Therapist
- Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences
- Medicine
- Pharmacy
- Athletic Training/Trainer
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
- Pre-Nursing Studies
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management
- Occupational Therapy/Therapist
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
- Dentistry
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
- Public Health
- Pre-Pharmacy Studies
- Pre-Dentistry Studies
- Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
- Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
- Dental Assisting/Assistant
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
