PA Schools in South Carolina

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

Accredited programs

5

Avg accepted GPA range

3.70 to 3.90

Combined max seats

228

South Carolina PA programs

• Charleston Southern University
  Avg accepted GPA 3.90 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 35 · Deadline September 1, 2026
• Medical University of South Carolina
  Avg accepted GPA 3.74 · Min GPA 3.00 · Max class 97 · 21 months · Deadline September 1, 2026
• North Greenville University
  Avg accepted GPA 3.78 · Min GPA 3.30 · Max class 30 · Deadline August 1, 2026
• Presbyterian College
  Avg accepted GPA 3.70 · Min GPA 3.20 · Max class 36 · GRE required · Deadline April 1, 2027
• University of South Carolina, SOM
  Avg accepted GPA 3.80 · Min GPA 3.20 · Max class 30 · GRE required · Deadline August 1, 2026

Frequently asked questions

How many PA schools are in South Carolina?

South Carolina has 5 ARC-PA accredited physician assistant programs.

What GPA do you need for PA school in South Carolina?

Among the 5 South Carolina programs that publish it, the average GPA of admitted students ranges from 3.70 to 3.90. Each program's own minimum and average are listed above.

Which PA schools in South Carolina don't require the GRE?

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

When are South Carolina PA school deadlines?

CASPA deadlines for South Carolina 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.

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.