PA Schools in Arizona

All 7 accredited physician assistant programs in Arizona, with GPA, class size, GRE policy and CASPA deadline for each.

Accredited programs

7

Avg accepted GPA range

3.58 to 3.85

Combined max seats

454

Arizona PA programs

• Arizona School of Health Sciences
  Avg accepted GPA 3.62 · Max class 100 · 26 months
• Chamberlain University-PhoenixProvisional
  Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 50 · 24 months · GRE required · Deadline April 1, 2027
• Creighton University - PhoenixProvisional
  Avg accepted GPA 3.78 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 56 · Deadline August 1, 2026
• Franklin Pierce University (Goodyear)On probation
  Avg accepted GPA 3.58 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 48 · 24 months · Deadline September 1, 2026
• Midwestern University (Glendale)
  Avg accepted GPA 3.85 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 90 · GRE required · Deadline October 1, 2026
• Northern Arizona University
  Avg accepted GPA 3.76 · Max class 60 · Deadline September 1, 2026
• University of ArizonaProvisional
  Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 50 · Deadline October 1, 2026

Programs on ARC-PA probation remain accredited, and their students graduate and sit for the PANCE. Confirm any program's current status on the ARC-PA accredited program list.

Frequently asked questions

How many PA schools are in Arizona?

Arizona has 7 ARC-PA accredited physician assistant programs, 1 of them on accreditation-probation.

What GPA do you need for PA school in Arizona?

Among the 5 Arizona programs that publish it, the average GPA of admitted students ranges from 3.58 to 3.85. Each program's own minimum and average are listed above.

Which PA schools in Arizona don't require the GRE?

Every Arizona program with a published GRE policy (2) requires it. Check each program's site for the others.

When are Arizona PA school deadlines?

CASPA deadlines for Arizona programs this cycle run from August 1, 2026 to April 1, 2027. Many programs review on a rolling basis, so applying early is generally better.

Are any Arizona PA programs on probation?

1 program in Arizona holds ARC-PA Accreditation-Probation: Franklin Pierce University (Goodyear). Probation is not loss of accreditation; students still graduate and sit for the PANCE. Check current status on the ARC-PA site before applying.

PA schools in other states

Sourced from ARC-PA and each program's official admissions pages, and checked regularly. Requirements change, so always confirm on the program's own site before you apply. PA Path is a planning tool and does not guarantee admission.