PA Schools in Kentucky

All 5 accredited physician assistant programs in Kentucky, with GPA, class size, GRE policy and CASPA deadline for each.

Accredited programs

5

Avg accepted GPA range

3.50 to 3.80

Combined max seats

211

Kentucky PA programs

• Brescia UniversityProvisional
  Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 30 · 27 months · Deadline April 1, 2027
• Sullivan University
  Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 65 · 24 months · Deadline July 31, 2026
• University of Kentucky
  Avg accepted GPA 3.80 · Max class 56 · Deadline July 15, 2026
• University of the Cumberlands
  Avg accepted GPA 3.60 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 30 · 27 months · Deadline August 1, 2026
• University of the Cumberlands, Northern Kentucky CampusOn probation
  Avg accepted GPA 3.50 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 30 · 27 months · Deadline March 1, 2027

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 Kentucky?

Kentucky has 5 ARC-PA accredited physician assistant programs, 1 of them on accreditation-probation.

What GPA do you need for PA school in Kentucky?

Among the 3 Kentucky programs that publish it, the average GPA of admitted students ranges from 3.50 to 3.80. Each program's own minimum and average are listed above.

When are Kentucky PA school deadlines?

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

Are any Kentucky PA programs on probation?

1 program in Kentucky holds ARC-PA Accreditation-Probation: University of the Cumberlands, Northern Kentucky Campus. 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.