Physician Associate Studies
Help fill healthcare shortages and improve access to care for patients everywhere
In this comprehensive program you’ll gain hands-on experience through clinical rotations, state-of-the-art simulation labs and a curriculum that emphasizes primary care, patient-centered care and medical ethics. Advanced clinical training based on evidence-based practice incorporates interprofessional collaboration preparing graduates to enter one of the fastest growing professions in the healthcare industry.
Visit Department WebsiteSample Courses
- Care Across the Lifespan
- Principles of Public Health
- Lifestyle Medicine
- Team-Based Practice
Special Admission Requirements
- A minimum overall and science grade point average of 3.0
- Good standing with the college or university last attended or currently enrolled.
- Completed CASPA application and TCU supplemental application submitted by deadline
- Prerequisite courses must be passed with letter grade "C" or better
- Prerequisite coursework must be completed within the last 5 years of the application submission deadline
Our Faculty
Personal attention from faculty who are not only educators, researchers, and practitioners — they’re committed to your success.
What Sets Us Apart
- You’ll learn in state-of-art classroom environments that simulate real-world health care experience.
- Hone your leadership skills through collaborations with peers, faculty, and alumni.
- Make valuable connections through our extensive community partnerships with regional health care agencies.
Career Prospects
Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to practice in hospitals, medical offices, community health centers, nursing homes, retail clinics, educational facilities, workplace clinics, and correctional institutions.