About the program
The University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City 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 develop extraordinarily competent and compassionate physician associates to provide evidence-based healthcare to Oklahomans, emphasizing rural and underserved communities."
The Clinical Skills Education and Testing Center (CSETC) is a 22,000 square-foot facility at the OU Health Sciences Center where students and practicing clinicians engage in simulation to enhance their skills in patient care. Simulation provides its users with cutting-edge technology and quality interactions that shape the future of health care delivery.
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. Veteran support programs are available; consult the program directly for details.
Prerequisite coursework
Recency: No Requirement · up to 9 outstanding at application
Program overview
The University of Oklahoma's PA program in Oklahoma City awards a Master of Health Science degree and runs 27 months, with the next cohort beginning in May 2027. The program holds ARC-PA Continued accreditation and accepts an incoming class of approximately 57 students. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis once the September 1, 2026 deadline has passed, meaning there is no advantage to applying early within a given cycle - all materials are considered together after the cutoff.
The program's mission centers explicitly on producing competent and compassionate physician associates who deliver evidence-based care to Oklahomans, with particular emphasis on rural and underserved communities. Applicants who have a genuine interest in serving these populations will find the program's identity well-aligned with that goal. Pedagogy is built around case-based, problem-based, and team-based learning with early clinical exposure woven in, which suits students who learn well through active, collaborative methods rather than traditional lecture-heavy formats.
A standout facility is the Clinical Skills Education and Testing Center, a 22,000-square-foot simulation center at the OU Health Sciences Center. Students work alongside practicing clinicians using advanced simulation technology, providing structured opportunities to develop hands-on patient care skills before and during clinical rotations.
The average matriculant carries a 3.89 overall GPA and a 3.85 science GPA, both meaningfully above the 3.00 minimums set across overall, science, and prerequisite categories. Competitive applicants should interpret those averages honestly. Paid direct patient care and broader healthcare experience are recommended but not required, giving some flexibility to applicants still building their hours. Required prerequisites include eight credits of general chemistry with lab, four credits each of human anatomy with lab, human physiology with lab, and microbiology with lab. There is no time limit on when these courses were completed, and up to nine outstanding prerequisites are permitted at the time of application, which offers practical flexibility for applicants still finishing coursework.
The program accepts out-of-state and international applicants, though separate tuition rates apply, so out-of-state candidates should verify cost differences carefully. No distance learning or part-time options are available. Admission requires a minimum of three reference letters and an onsite traditional-format interview, so applicants should plan for in-person travel. The seat deposit is $300.
An applicant should pursue this program if they have strong science fundamentals, a genuine commitment to rural and underserved Oklahoma communities, and are prepared to engage in a collaborative, case-based learning environment within a large cohort.