About the program
The University of Nebraska Medical Center 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: "Our mission is to lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care."
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. On-campus housing is available.
Prerequisite coursework
Recency: No Requirement
Program overview
The University of Nebraska Medical Center offers a 28-month MPAS program that accepts its next cohort beginning August 2027, with an application deadline of September 1, 2026. Applications are reviewed on a regular cycle after the deadline passes rather than on a rolling basis, which means applicants should submit complete materials before that cutoff rather than racing to be first in the queue.
The program seats 66 students per class and accepts both out-of-state and international applicants, though separate tuition rates apply depending on residency status - a practical detail worth researching early when budgeting. A $500 seat deposit is required upon acceptance. There is no part-time option and no distance learning component, so applicants must plan for a full-time, on-site commitment throughout the program.
Academically, the program sets a minimum GPA of 3.00 across overall, science, and prerequisite coursework, though incoming matriculants typically present stronger numbers - a 3.77 overall and 3.68 science GPA. Applicants near the minimum should be realistic about their competitiveness relative to the actual class profile. Prerequisite coursework includes general chemistry with lab (8 credits), general biology with lab (4 credits), human anatomy with lab, human physiology with lab, microbiology with lab, and statistics, with no time limit imposed on when those courses were completed. Paid direct patient care is recommended but not required, and the same applies to healthcare experience more broadly, making the program somewhat accessible to candidates still building clinical hours.
The curriculum blends traditional instruction with case-based learning, problem-based learning, systems-based organization, and early clinical exposure - a hybrid structure that suits students who learn well in collaborative, team-oriented environments. The program's mission frames its educational goals broadly, emphasizing transformation of individuals and communities through education, research, and patient care.
The interview process involves a required on-site visit that may include a traditional interview, a group interview, and multiple mini interviews, so candidates should prepare for varied formats on the same day. Three letters of reference are required at minimum.
An applicant should assess fit here by honestly comparing their GPA and clinical background against the matriculant averages, confirming they can relocate full-time to Nebraska, and determining whether the blended, team-based learning model matches how they perform academically.