About the program
The Barry University PA program is described in PAEA's published program data; full curriculum details, faculty, and admissions cycle specifics are maintained on the program's own website.
From the program's mission statement: "The Barry University Physician Assistant Program educates students in the practice of collaborative medicine and encourages life-long learning and professional development. It fosters a technology rich environment and clinical training experiences among diverse patient populations. The Program enables students to develop competencies required to meet the health care needs of contemporary society."
One aspect that separates us from other programs is our Medical Spanish course that is offered prior to clinical rotations. We also believe we have strong relationships with our students and are committed to their success once they enter our program.
Matriculant data
Actual stats for students who enrolled in the most recently reported cohort, sourced from PAEA's published program data.
Admission policies
Out-of-state applicants are accepted. International applicants: yes, with exceptions. please visit the program's website. DACA status applicants are considered. Distance learning is not offered. Part-time enrollment is not available. On-campus housing is available. Transfer students are accepted. Veteran support programs are available; consult the program directly for details.
Prerequisite coursework
Recency: 10 Years
Program overview
Barry University's PA program in Florida awards a Master of Clinical Medical Science degree upon completion of its 28-month curriculum, which begins in August 2027. The program holds continued ARC-PA accreditation and accepts both out-of-state and international applicants, with some conditions applying to the latter group, making it a broadly accessible option for candidates across the country and beyond.
The incoming class size of 100 students is relatively large, which suits applicants who are comfortable learning in a sizable cohort. The curriculum blends case-based, team-based, organ/systems-based, and traditional instructional methods, reflecting a practical orientation toward collaborative medicine - a theme that runs directly through the program's mission. That mission emphasizes preparing graduates to serve diverse patient populations and to meet contemporary healthcare demands, with a stated commitment to technology-integrated training and lifelong professional development. One concrete expression of this mission is a Medical Spanish course offered before clinical rotations, a meaningful differentiator for students who anticipate working in communities where Spanish is widely spoken, particularly relevant in Florida's demographic context.
The academic bar for admission is moderate. The minimum GPA required is 3.0 in both overall and science coursework, and matriculants have arrived with a 3.4 overall and 3.5 science GPA, suggesting the program enrolls students who exceed the minimums but does not demand a near-perfect academic record. Paid direct patient care is recommended but not required, and healthcare experience follows the same recommended-but-not-required standard, making this a more accessible entry point for applicants still building their clinical hours compared with programs that mandate specific hour thresholds.
Required prerequisites include general chemistry (3 credits), human anatomy with lab (4 credits), human physiology with lab (3 credits), and microbiology with lab (4 credits), all completed within the past ten years. The PA-CAT is required, and applicants must submit at least three reference letters. Interviews include both a traditional individual format and a group interview component; notably, the onsite interview is not required, allowing for remote participation. Admission is rolling on a first-come, first-served basis with a deadline of December 1, 2026, so early application is a practical advantage.
Total tuition is $91,000 with a $1,000 seat deposit, and there is no separate tuition rate for out-of-state students. The program does not offer part-time enrollment or distance learning options.
Applicants should weigh whether a large cohort environment, flexible patient-care requirements, and the Medical Spanish offering align with their learning style and career goals before applying.