Missouri State University (formerly SWMS) PA Program

Requirements, class size and deadline for the Missouri State University (formerly SWMS) Physician Assistant program, MO.

Program at a glance

Location

MO

Max class size

34 students

CASPA deadline

August 12, 2026

Minimum GPA

3.00

Average accepted GPA

3.70

Patient-care hours

500 required

GRE

Optional

Prerequisite courses

10 required courses, as published by the program.

• Additional Social Science course (6 hours total required)
• Anatomy
• Developmental/Abnormal Psychology OR Sociology OR Ethics
• General Chemistry (2-3 semester sequence)
• General/Introductory Psychology
• Genetics
• Microbiology
• Organic Chemistry OR Biochemistry
• Physiology
• Statistics

Frequently asked questions

How many students does the Missouri State University (formerly SWMS) PA program accept?

Missouri State University (formerly SWMS) is accredited for a maximum entering class of 34 students. This is the cap approved by ARC-PA; the actual entering class can be smaller.

What GPA do you need for the Missouri State University (formerly SWMS) PA program?

Admitted students average a 3.70 GPA. The stated minimum to apply is 3.00.

What is the Missouri State University (formerly SWMS) PA school application deadline?

The CASPA deadline is August 12, 2026. Many programs review on a rolling basis, so applying earlier is generally better.

Does the Missouri State University (formerly SWMS) PA program require the GRE?

The GRE is optional for Missouri State University (formerly SWMS).

How many patient-care hours does Missouri State University (formerly SWMS) require?

Missouri State University (formerly SWMS) requires 500 patient-care hours.

Sourced from the program's official admissions pages and checked regularly. Requirements change, so always confirm on the program's own site before you apply.