Physician Assistant

The Physician Assistant (PA) program at Wichita State University is the only one of its kind in Kansas. The program offers a Master of Physician Assistant (MPA) degree and prepares students to practice medicine in collaboration with a licensed physician.

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Physician Assistant

With more than 150 years of combined clinical and more than 85 years of healthcare education experience, the department of Physician Assistant (PA) at Wichita State University has a highly competitive master’s program ranked in the top 35 percent of the nation.

Students gain a competitive advantage by learning from practicing faculty who care about their achievement. Our dedicated faculty, program affordability, strong community affiliations and location are key reasons our program has a 20:1 applicant ratio. A rewarding career as a PA offers graduates the opportunity for an excellent salary. Strong demand for PA continues to grow.

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PA student has passion for community and giving back

Abby Warkentine is a clinical student and majoring Physician Assistant. Winner of the Bright Futures Innovation award, Warkentine talks about her love for the community and giving back.

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