Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science PA Program
Requirements, class size and deadline for the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science Physician Assistant program, CA.
Program at a glance
- Location
- CA
- Max class size
- 26 students
- Starts
- August
- Last cycle's deadline
- September 1, 2026
- Minimum GPA
- 3.00
- Average accepted GPA
- 3.40
- Patient-care hours
- 2000 required
Prerequisite courses
10 required courses, as published by the program.
- Behavioral Sciences (Psychology, Sociology, or Anthropology)
- College Algebra or higher
- English Composition
- General Biology
- General Chemistry
- Human Anatomy
- Human Physiology
- Introduction to Statistics OR Biostatistics
- Medical Terminology
- Microbiology
Frequently asked questions
- How many students does the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science PA program accept?
- Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science is accredited for a maximum entering class of 26 students. This is the cap approved by ARC-PA; the actual entering class can be smaller.
- When does the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science PA program start?
- Students matriculate in August.
- What GPA do you need for the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science PA program?
- Admitted students average a 3.40 GPA. The stated minimum to apply is 3.00.
- What is the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science PA school application deadline?
- The CASPA deadline last cycle was September 1, 2026. Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science has not posted the next cycle's date yet, so use it as a guide and confirm the new date on the program's site when the next CASPA cycle opens.
- How many patient-care hours does Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science require?
- Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science requires 2000 patient-care hours.
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