About the program
The University of Mount Saint Vincent 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 Mission of the College of Mount Saint Vincent’s Master of Physician Assistant Program is to prepare and mentor students to deliver high-quality primary and specialty healthcare that is affordable, compassionate, and accessible in collaboration with physicians and other members of the interprofessional health care team. The program accomplishes this mission by building upon and prioritizing the Graduate Core Competencies of the physician assistant profession. The curriculum design places emphasis on preparing students to practice within diverse and culturally sensitive communities while also developing the critical thinking skills vital in today’s expanding healthcare environment."
Faculty still active clinically. On Campus Simulation Lab, Affiliated with Montefiore Medical Center and all their affiliated institutions, Numerous Family Medicine affiliations, Behavioral Health and Drug Rehab Center, Expansive elective rotations including but not limited to Cardiovascular, Orthopedic, Plastics, ENT, and surgical sub-specialties. Access Medicine. A Beautiful, Pristine and Safe Campus. Full Time College Dining Hall
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.
Prerequisite coursework
Recency: 10 Years · up to 1 outstanding at application
Program overview
The University of Mount Saint Vincent offers a 28-month Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, set to begin in September 2027, with a application deadline of April 1, 2027 and a rolling admissions process - meaning earlier applications receive priority review. The program is located in New York and accepts both out-of-state and international applicants, though prospective international students should consult the program's website for specific eligibility conditions. There is no part-time or distance learning option.
The program's mission centers on preparing graduates to deliver primary and specialty care that is affordable, compassionate, and accessible, with particular emphasis on serving diverse and culturally sensitive communities. This orientation toward underserved and varied patient populations runs through the curriculum, which draws on case-based, problem-based, organ-systems, and collaborative team-based learning approaches. Clinically active faculty bring real-world relevance to instruction, and students have access to an on-campus simulation lab. The program's affiliation with Montefiore Medical Center and its affiliated institutions provides a substantial clinical network, supplemented by numerous family medicine sites, behavioral health and drug rehabilitation placements, and expansive elective rotations spanning cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, plastics, ENT, and other surgical subspecialties.
The admissions bar is accessible but not minimal. Applicants need a 3.0 GPA across overall, science, and prerequisite coursework, and all prerequisite courses must have been completed within the past ten years. No more than one outstanding prerequisite is permitted at the time of application. The patient-care threshold of 200 hours is relatively modest compared to many programs, but paid direct patient care is required - volunteer or shadowing hours will not satisfy this requirement. General healthcare experience is not separately required beyond that paid direct care component. Prerequisite science coursework includes two semesters of general chemistry with lab, two semesters of general biology with lab, human anatomy with lab, human physiology, and microbiology.
An important practical consideration: the program currently holds ARC-PA accreditation on probation, which applicants should research carefully before applying, as probationary status can have implications for graduation credentials and licensure eligibility depending on how accreditation standing changes during a student's enrollment.
Total tuition is $118,300 with a $1,500 seat deposit required upon acceptance. The estimated incoming class size is 55 students. Three letters of reference are required, and admission includes a required on-site traditional interview. The estimated class size of 55 is relatively large, which may support a collegial cohort environment.
Applicants who are a strong fit here are likely community-oriented, comfortable in urban clinical settings, and drawn to a mission focused on accessible and culturally competent care - but they should weigh the program's current accreditation status carefully and monitor any updates before committing to a seat deposit.