About the program
The Delaware Valley 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 Delaware Valley University Physician Assistant Program is dedicated to the pillars of scholarship, service and professionalism. The program strives to train clinicians who are versed in leadership in the complex healthcare environment. The program is committed to educating graduates to provide compassionate team-based and evidence-based patient care, meeting the needs of society and their diverse communities."
Small cohort size with personal attention and a focus on flipped-classroom, active learning, and early clinical experiences and application of knowledge.
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. DACA status applicants are considered. Distance learning is not offered. Part-time enrollment is not available. Veteran support programs are available; consult the program directly for details.
Prerequisite coursework
Recency: 10 Years · up to 3 outstanding at application
Program overview
Delaware Valley University offers a 24-month program leading to a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, currently holding Provisional ARC-PA accreditation. The program accepts its first cohort in October 2027, with a rolling admissions process and an application deadline of April 1, 2027 - meaning candidates who apply earlier in the cycle have a practical advantage over those who wait.
With matriculant GPAs sitting at 3.25 overall and 3.09 in the sciences, this program is accessible to applicants whose academic record falls in the mid-range, provided the prerequisite coursework has been completed within the past ten years. Up to three outstanding prerequisites are permitted at the time of application, which offers some flexibility for applicants still finishing their science foundation. Required coursework includes general chemistry, biology, human anatomy, human physiology, microbiology, and statistics. Notably, paid direct patient care and broader healthcare experience are recommended but not required, making this a program worth considering for career changers or applicants who have had difficulty accumulating logged clinical hours.
The program's mission centers on scholarship, service, and professionalism, with a specific emphasis on training clinicians prepared for leadership in complex healthcare settings. Graduates are expected to deliver compassionate, team-based, and evidence-based care to diverse communities. Curriculum delivery blends asynchronous and hybrid learning with organ- and systems-based organization, and the program incorporates early clinical exposure alongside flipped-classroom and active learning strategies. A defining structural feature is the small cohort of approximately 20 students, which the program explicitly connects to personalized attention and a collaborative learning environment.
Total tuition is $85,900 with no separate rate structure for in-state versus out-of-state students, and a seat deposit of $1,500 is required upon acceptance. Both out-of-state and international applicants are welcomed, though the program is entirely on-site with no distance learning or part-time options available. Interviews are conducted in a traditional format and do not require an onsite visit, which reduces logistical burden for applicants traveling from a distance. Three letters of reference are required at the minimum.
Applicants should weigh whether the small cohort environment, early clinical integration, and flexible patient care requirements align with their learning style and current preparation before applying.