PA Schools in California

All 20 accredited physician assistant programs in California, with GPA, class size, GRE policy and CASPA deadline for each.

Accredited programs

20

Avg accepted GPA range

3.40 to 3.80

Combined max seats

1,044

California PA programs

• A.T. Still University of Health Sciences (Central Coast)
  Avg accepted GPA 3.40 · Max class 90
• California Baptist University
  Avg accepted GPA 3.74 · Min GPA 3.20 · Max class 60 · Deadline January 15, 2027
• Chapman University
  Avg accepted GPA 3.70 · Min GPA 3.20 · Max class 50 · 24 months · GRE required · Deadline August 1, 2026
• Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science
  Avg accepted GPA 3.40 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 26 · Deadline September 1, 2026
• Dominican University of California
  Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 35 · 28 months · Deadline October 1, 2026
• Keck Graduate InstituteProvisional
  Avg accepted GPA 3.51 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 40 · 28 months · Deadline November 1, 2026
• Loma Linda University
  Avg accepted GPA 3.76 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 50 · Deadline October 1, 2026
• Marshall B. Ketchum University
  Avg accepted GPA 3.60 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 50 · Deadline November 1, 2026
• Point Loma Nazarene University
  Avg accepted GPA 3.79 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 34 · Deadline October 1, 2026
• Samuel Merritt University
  Avg accepted GPA 3.57 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 44 · 27 months · Deadline October 1, 2026
• Southern California University of Health Sciences
  Avg accepted GPA 3.71 · Max class 50 · 28 months · Deadline January 15, 2027
• Stanford University
  Avg accepted GPA 3.80 · Max class 29 · GRE recommended
• Touro University California - Los AngelesProvisional
  Avg accepted GPA 3.78 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 45 · 28 months · Deadline December 1, 2026
• Touro University California Dual MSPAS/MPH, Vallejo
  Avg accepted GPA 3.43 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 48 · 33 months · Deadline November 1, 2026
• University of California-Davis
  Avg accepted GPA 3.70 · Max class 65 · Deadline August 1, 2026
• University of California-San DiegoProvisional
  Avg accepted GPA 3.79 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 30 · Deadline August 1, 2026
• University of Southern California (LA)
  Avg accepted GPA 3.60 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 60 · Deadline September 1, 2026
• University of the Pacific
  Avg accepted GPA 3.70 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 90 · GRE optional · Deadline August 1, 2026
• West Coast University - CaliforniaProvisional
  Avg accepted GPA 3.65 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 50 · 24 months
• Western University of Health Sciences
  Avg accepted GPA 3.63 · Max class 98 · Deadline November 1, 2026

Frequently asked questions

How many PA schools are in California?

California has 20 ARC-PA accredited physician assistant programs.

What GPA do you need for PA school in California?

Among the 19 California programs that publish it, the average GPA of admitted students ranges from 3.40 to 3.80. Each program's own minimum and average are listed above.

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

Of the 3 California programs with a published GRE policy, 2 do not require it. Programs marked GRE optional or No GRE above are the ones to look at.

When are California PA school deadlines?

CASPA deadlines for California programs this cycle run from August 1, 2026 to January 15, 2027. Many programs review on a rolling basis, so applying early is generally better.

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.