About the program
The Wingate 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 Wingate University Physician Assistant Program is dedicated to developing educated, productive and ethical physician assistants to serve the healthcare needs of the community in which they practice."
Ultrasound (POCUS)integrated into the curriculum, Robust simulation/task trainer utilization, Clinical Transition Course, Students offered two elective rotations and eight core rotations, Student-centered program with robust advising/remediation processes, two campus environments, student mentorship 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. Veteran support programs are available; consult the program directly for details.
Prerequisite coursework
Recency: 7 Years · up to 2 outstanding at application
Program overview
Wingate University offers a 27-month MPAS program in North Carolina that holds ARC-PA continued accreditation and accepts students from out of state and, with some exceptions, internationally. The program is scheduled to begin in August 2027, with a rolling admissions process that reviews applications on a first-come, first-served basis through a January 15, 2027 deadline - a structure that rewards applicants who submit early rather than waiting until the window closes.
The typical matriculant carries an overall GPA of 3.67 and a science GPA of 3.63, and the program sets a minimum prerequisite GPA floor of 3.20. Required prerequisites include human anatomy with lab, human physiology with lab, microbiology with lab, and statistics, each with specific credit minimums. Coursework must have been completed within the past seven years, and applicants may carry no more than two outstanding prerequisites at the time of application. The GRE is required; the MCAT is not accepted. At least two letters of reference are needed, and applicants must demonstrate a minimum of 500 hours of paid direct patient care - making the paid requirement a firm threshold, not a preference. General healthcare experience is recommended but not mandatory.
The curriculum follows an organ-based and systems-based learning model. Distinguishing features include point-of-care ultrasound integrated throughout the didactic and clinical phases, substantial use of simulation and task trainers, and a clinical transition course designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and rotations. Students complete eight core rotations plus two elective rotations, giving some flexibility in clinical exposure. The program operates across two campus environments and emphasizes student support through a mentorship program and robust advising and remediation processes. The mission is grounded in producing ethical, practice-ready clinicians oriented toward serving community healthcare needs.
Total tuition is $101,150 with no differentiated in-state or out-of-state rate, and a seat deposit of $1,500 is required upon acceptance. The incoming class size is approximately 40 students. Interviews are conducted in both traditional and multiple mini interview formats and do not require an on-site visit.
Applicants who have completed their prerequisites recently, meet the paid patient care requirement, and want a program with active simulation training, POCUS exposure, and structured student support should assess whether Wingate's community-focused mission and two-campus environment align with their professional goals and preferred learning style.