PA Schools in Iowa
All 5 accredited physician assistant programs in Iowa, with GPA, class size, GRE policy and CASPA deadline for each.
- Accredited programs
- 5
- Avg accepted GPA range
- 3.70 to 3.80
- Combined max seats
- 182
Iowa PA programs
- Des Moines University
Avg accepted GPA 3.80 · Min GPA 2.80 · Max class 65 · GRE optional · Deadline March 1, 2027
- Northwestern College
Avg accepted GPA 3.73 · Min GPA 3.30 · Max class 32 · Deadline September 1, 2026
- St. Ambrose University
Avg accepted GPA 3.70 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 30 · 29 months · GRE optional · Deadline October 1, 2026
- University of Dubuque
Avg accepted GPA 3.70 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 30 · Deadline October 1, 2026
- University of Iowa
Avg accepted GPA 3.77 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 25 · Deadline October 1, 2026
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Frequently asked questions
- How many PA schools are in Iowa?
- Iowa has 5 ARC-PA accredited physician assistant programs.
- What GPA do you need for PA school in Iowa?
- Among the 5 Iowa programs that publish it, the average GPA of admitted students ranges from 3.70 to 3.80. Each program's own minimum and average are listed above.
- Which PA schools in Iowa don't require the GRE?
- Of the 2 Iowa 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 Iowa PA school deadlines?
- CASPA deadlines for Iowa programs this cycle run from September 1, 2026 to March 1, 2027. Many programs review on a rolling basis, so applying early is generally better.
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