How many PA schools are in Ohio?

Ohio has 17 ARC-PA accredited physician assistant programs.

What GPA do you need for PA school in Ohio?

Among the 16 Ohio programs that publish it, the average GPA of admitted students ranges from 3.36 to 3.85. Each program's own minimum and average are listed above.

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

Every Ohio program with a published GRE policy (10) requires it. Check each program's site for the others.

When are Ohio PA school deadlines?

CASPA deadlines for Ohio 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.

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PA Schools in Ohio

All 17 accredited physician assistant programs in Ohio, with GPA, class size, GRE policy and CASPA deadline for each.

Accredited programs: 17
Avg accepted GPA range: 3.36 to 3.85
Combined max seats: 631

Ohio PA programs

Ashland University
Avg accepted GPA 3.55 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 36 · 24 months · GRE required · Deadline April 1, 2027
Baldwin Wallace University
Avg accepted GPA 3.85 · Min GPA 3.50 · Max class 38 · GRE required · Deadline September 1, 2026
Case Western Reserve University
Avg accepted GPA 3.68 · Max class 44 · Deadline September 1, 2026
Cedarville UniversityProvisional
Avg accepted GPA 3.60 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 30 · Deadline March 1, 2027
Kettering College
Avg accepted GPA 3.65 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 60 · GRE required · Deadline October 1, 2026
Lake Erie College
Avg accepted GPA 3.59 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 26 · Deadline November 1, 2026
Marietta College
Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 40 · 26 months · GRE required · Deadline January 15, 2027
Mercy College of Ohio
Avg accepted GPA 3.36 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 30 · GRE required · Deadline December 1, 2026
Miami UniversityProvisional
Avg accepted GPA 3.70 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 36 · 27 months · GRE required · Deadline December 1, 2026
Mount St. Joseph University
Avg accepted GPA 3.52 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 32 · GRE required · Deadline September 1, 2026
Ohio Dominican University
Avg accepted GPA 3.73 · Max class 50 · GRE required · Deadline October 1, 2026
Ohio University
Avg accepted GPA 3.85 · Max class 35 · GRE required · Deadline August 1, 2026
University of Dayton
Avg accepted GPA 3.80 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 40 · 27 months · Deadline October 1, 2026
University of Findlay
Avg accepted GPA 3.84 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 24 · 28 months · Deadline October 1, 2026
University of Mount Union
Avg accepted GPA 3.50 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 40 · 27 months · GRE required · Deadline October 1, 2026
University of Toledo
Avg accepted GPA 3.82 · Max class 40 · Deadline September 1, 2026
Ursuline CollegeProvisional
Avg accepted GPA 3.50 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 30 · Deadline September 1, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

How many PA schools are in Ohio?: Ohio has 17 ARC-PA accredited physician assistant programs.
What GPA do you need for PA school in Ohio?: Among the 16 Ohio programs that publish it, the average GPA of admitted students ranges from 3.36 to 3.85. Each program's own minimum and average are listed above.
Which PA schools in Ohio don't require the GRE?: Every Ohio program with a published GRE policy (10) requires it. Check each program's site for the others.
When are Ohio PA school deadlines?: CASPA deadlines for Ohio 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.

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