Rush University PA Program
Requirements, class size and deadline for the Rush University Physician Assistant program, IL.
Program at a glance
- Location
- IL
- Max class size
- 32 students
- CASPA deadline
- October 1, 2026
- Minimum GPA
- 3.00
- Average accepted GPA
- 3.63
- Patient-care hours
- 1000 required
Prerequisite courses
6 required courses, as published by the program.
- Biochemistry
- Human Anatomy
- Human Physiology
- Microbiology
- Psychology
- Statistics
Frequently asked questions
- How many students does the Rush University PA program accept?
- Rush University is accredited for a maximum entering class of 32 students. This is the cap approved by ARC-PA; the actual entering class can be smaller.
- What GPA do you need for the Rush University PA program?
- Admitted students average a 3.63 GPA. The stated minimum to apply is 3.00.
- What is the Rush University PA school application deadline?
- The CASPA deadline is October 1, 2026. Many programs review on a rolling basis, so applying earlier is generally better.
- How many patient-care hours does Rush University require?
- Rush University requires 1000 patient-care hours.
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