Drexel University PA Program
Requirements, class size and deadline for the Drexel University Physician Assistant program, PA.
This program is on ARC-PA probationThe program remains accredited. Students enrolled there graduate and sit for the PANCE, and programs can and do return to full standing. Confirm the current status with the program and on the
ARC-PA accredited program list before you apply.
Program at a glance
- Location
- PA
- Max class size
- 90 students
- Starts
- August
- CASPA deadline
- September 1, 2026
- Minimum GPA
- 3.00
- Average accepted GPA
- 3.74
- Patient-care hours
- 500 required
Prerequisite courses
8 required courses, as published by the program.
- General Biology I
- General Biology II
- General Chemistry OR Organic Chemistry OR Biochemistry
- Genetics (general, human, or medical)
- Human Anatomy and Physiology (all major body systems)
- Medical Terminology
- Microbiology (general, intro, or medical)
- Psychology (general, intro, developmental, or abnormal)
Frequently asked questions
- How many students does the Drexel University PA program accept?
- Drexel University is accredited for a maximum entering class of 90 students. This is the cap approved by ARC-PA; the actual entering class can be smaller.
- When does the Drexel University PA program start?
- Students matriculate in August.
- What GPA do you need for the Drexel University PA program?
- Admitted students average a 3.74 GPA. The stated minimum to apply is 3.00.
- What is the Drexel University PA school application deadline?
- The CASPA deadline is September 1, 2026. Many programs review on a rolling basis, so applying earlier is generally better.
- How many patient-care hours does Drexel University require?
- Drexel University requires 500 patient-care hours.
- Is the Drexel University PA program accredited?
- Drexel University holds ARC-PA Accreditation-Probation. It is still accredited, and students graduate and sit for the PANCE, but check the program's current status on the ARC-PA site before applying.
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