The University of Lynchburg offers a full-time, 27-month Master of PA Medicine in Lynchburg, Virginia. Applicants apply through CASPA and must meet GPA, prerequisite, patient-care, PA-shadowing, and GRE-or-qualifying-alternative requirements. Qualified applicants complete a supplemental application; selected candidates attend an on-site interview. The program publishes class-profile figures, while its separately published tuition breakdown lists additional costs beyond tuition.
- Program
- Master of PA Medicine (MPAM)
- Credential
- MPAM
- Location
- Lynchburg, Virginia, United States
- Casper
- Not required
- Next deadline
- January 15, 2027 (Verified CASPA application deadline)
- Interview
- Multiple mini interview (MMI)
- Seats
- 40 enrolled
- Length
- 27 months
Casper Requirement for University of Lynchburg Physician Assistant
University of Lynchburg Physician Assistant does not require Casper for the 2026-2027 cycle.
University of Lynchburg Physician Assistant Application Deadlines 2026-2027
- Apply through
- CASPA
- Applications open
- April 30, 2026
- Application fee
- $50 nonrefundable supplemental application fee; CASPA fees also apply.
| What | When |
|---|---|
| Verified CASPA application deadline | January 15, 2027upcoming |
Apply through CASPA. All application items must be verified before admissions review; verification can take up to four weeks. Qualified applicants receive a supplemental application by email and must return it within 15 days with the fee. Admissions are rolling.
University of Lynchburg Physician Assistant Admissions Statistics
Period: Most recent published class profile; class year not specified
- Seats / class size: 40 enrolled
- Applicants: 1,314 total applications
- Interviewed: 94
- Average GPA: 3.68 median GPA
- Verified applications: 646
- Average matriculant age: 24
- GPA 25th to 75th percentile: 3.55 to 3.83
- Healthcare experience, median: 2,260 hours
Figures describe the most recent class profile published by Lynchburg; its class year is not labeled.
Eligibility Requirements for University of Lynchburg Physician Assistant
- Degree / credits
A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S. or Canada is required before enrollment.
- Citizenship
International applicants are accepted with exceptions; DACA-status applicants are not considered.
- Language proficiency
International applicants must submit a TOEFL score of at least 80 to CASPA.
Applicants with coursework outside the U.S. must submit a WES or ECE transcript evaluation to CASPA. Evaluated foreign credits do not satisfy program prerequisites, which must be completed at an accredited U.S. or Canadian institution. Transfer credit, experiential credit, and advanced placement are not accepted.
Other requirements
- Technical standards: Applicants affirm that they can meet the program’s technical standards.
- After admission: Before enrollment, complete the required background check, provide evidence of good health and current immunizations, and maintain health insurance. Drug testing and orientation are required as directed by the program.
Selection Factors University of Lynchburg Considers
Prerequisites
| Course | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Biology with labs | 8 semester hours Two biology-with-lab courses; excludes anatomy and physiology. |
| General or introductory chemistry with lab | 4 semester hours Science-major-equivalent course. |
| Organic chemistry or biochemistry with lab | 4 semester hours Organic chemistry with lab or biochemistry at the 200 level or higher with lab. |
| Human anatomy with lab | 4 semester hours Grade of B or better preferred. |
| Human physiology with lab | 4 semester hours Grade of B or better preferred. |
| Microbiology with lab | 3 to 4 semester hours |
| Genetics | 3 semester hours |
| General or developmental psychology | 3 semester hours |
| Introductory statistics | 3 semester hours An equivalent course in another discipline is accepted. |
| Social sciences | 3 semester hours Economics, sociology, political science, or similar coursework. |
GPA
- How it is calculated
Cumulative GPA includes all courses; science and prerequisite GPAs are also evaluated, each on a 4.0 scale.
- Minimum
- 3.0 cumulative, 3.0 science, and 3.0 prerequisite GPA.
- Competitive
- The most recent published class profile reports a 3.68 median GPA and a 3.55 to 3.83 25th to 75th percentile range.
Prerequisites require at least a C; a B or better in anatomy and physiology is preferred. Courses completed within five years of application are preferred, not required. AP credit must appear on a transcript; CLEP and pass/fail prerequisite courses are not accepted.
Admissions tests
- GRE (required for some applicants): Submit official scores to CASPA using PA Medicine code 3874; scores must be within five years of the CASPA application. No minimum score. Waived for applicants with a prior graduate degree or official MCAT scores submitted to CASPA.
- MCAT (optional): Official MCAT scores submitted to CASPA waive the GRE requirement.
- TOEFL (required for some applicants): International applicants must submit an official score to CASPA; minimum total score 80.
Experience and volunteer hours
Required.
Complete at least 500 hours of direct patient care and eight hours shadowing a licensed PA before matriculation. Paid or volunteer patient-care work may count; scribing and PA-shadowing hours are considered toward patient-care hours case by case. Patient-care hours may be verified; PA-shadowing verification is required with the supplemental application.
Supplementary application
Submit three recommendation letters through CASPA; one must be from a practicing PA, nurse practitioner, or physician. Qualified applicants receive a supplemental application by email, due with a $50 nonrefundable fee within 15 days. It requires verification of PA shadowing; submitting it does not guarantee an interview.
How applicants are ranked
Admissions are rolling. The committee reviews verified CASPA and supplemental applications using a rubric covering academics and the quality and quantity of direct patient care; eligible Lynchburg graduates and veterans receive five additional points, at most. The committee also evaluates GRE scores, references, service, leadership, and interview activities. Interview scores enter the rubric; decisions follow each interview session.
Interview Format at University of Lynchburg
Format: Multiple mini interview (MMI)
Required on-site interview. The program directory identifies multiple mini interviews; Lynchburg describes group interview activities conducted by PA faculty.
- Who is invited
- Qualified applicants selected after review of both CASPA and supplemental applications; a supplemental application does not guarantee an interview.
- When
- Invitations may be issued as applications are completed during rolling admissions.
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Start Practicing FreeCurriculum at University of Lynchburg Physician Assistant
- Program length
- 27 months
- Structure
Full-time, on-campus cohort: 101 credit hours in three sequential phases over 27 consecutive months.
- Campuses
- Lynchburg
Classes are scheduled weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Graduate Health Sciences facility. Students must pass each semester’s courses before progressing; advanced placement is not granted.
Campus and facilities
The on-campus Graduate Health Sciences facility has classrooms, a physical diagnosis lab, and simulation-training space.
Tuition and Funding at University of Lynchburg
- Estimated program tuition, seven semesters: $105,840
Tuition is $15,120 per semester at the published rate. Additional technology, laptop, software, lab, equipment, health, and living costs apply; the $1,500 nonrefundable enrollment deposit is credited toward tuition.
University of Lynchburg's Mission and Values
The Master of PA Medicine program's Technical Standards outlines the abilities and skills that students must possess in order to complete this rigorous curriculum.
What Applicants Are Saying
Matriculated students describe an intense curriculum demanding full-time commitment. They report the schedule's intensity precludes outside employment and that full-time dedication is essential. Student feedback highlights a manageable campus size fostering close faculty interaction.
Shared by applicants and students on forums and communities. It is anecdotal, not official program information.
How to Prepare Your University of Lynchburg Physician Assistant Application
- Check each prerequisite and the three 3.0 GPA minimums before applying.
- Complete and track at least 500 direct-patient-care hours and eight hours shadowing a licensed PA; retain shadowing verification.
- Arrange three references, including one from a practicing PA, nurse practitioner, or physician.
- Send eligible GRE scores, qualifying MCAT scores, or evidence of a prior graduate degree as applicable.
- Submit CASPA materials early enough for verification, and watch email for the supplemental application and interview invitation.
More About University of Lynchburg Physician Assistant
- Institution type
Private school
Frequently Asked Questions About University of Lynchburg Physician Assistant
Does the University of Lynchburg PA program require Casper?
Casper is not listed among the program’s published admissions requirements or required tests.
What GPA is required?
Minimum cumulative, science, and prerequisite GPAs are each 3.0; the most recent published class profile reports a 3.68 median GPA.
What is the interview format?
Selected applicants attend an on-site multiple mini interview; Lynchburg also describes faculty-led group activities.
How competitive is admission?
The most recent published profile reports 1,314 applications, 646 verified applications, 94 interviews, and 40 enrollments; it does not report an acceptance rate.
What is program tuition?
Estimated tuition is $105,840 across seven semesters at the published rate; additional fees and expenses apply.
Can students work during the program?
Classes are scheduled weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Students describe the full-time curriculum as difficult to combine with employment.
What are the prerequisites?
A U.S. or Canadian bachelor’s degree, the specified science, psychology, statistics, and social-science courses, 500 direct-patient-care hours, and eight hours shadowing a licensed PA are required.
Are international applicants accepted?
Yes, with exceptions. International applicants need a TOEFL score of at least 80; applicants with coursework outside the U.S. need a WES or ECE evaluation.
Sources
- Lynchburg Master of PA Medicine
- PAEA University of Lynchburg program directory
- Lynchburg Class Profiles
- Lynchburg Master of PA Medicine Cost Breakdown
- Liaison CASPA Application Cycle Dates
Last updated: September 26, 2026