Master of Science [M.S] Physician Assistant
The role of physician assistants in the health system continues to grow in both value and need. Since 2011, the University of Bridgeport Physician Assistant Institute has offered the Physician Assistant Master's (MS) degree program in order to address this demand by providing a preventative approach to medicine.
Pursuing the degree at the Physician Assistant Institute allows a student to take advantage of the following benefits:
- Curriculum that emphasizes global health and preventive medicine
- Small class sizes that allow you to work closely with our diverse faculty
- On-site cadaver lab
- Integrative medicine approach to care
- 28-month schedule and January start date
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 |
| Tuition Fees | $14665 | $14665 | $14665 |
| Total Fees | $14665 | $14665 | $14665 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 80 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6 | 9 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 58 | 90 | 3 |
| Duolingo | Duolingo | 95 | 160 | 1 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students should have a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related STEM field from an accredited university or recognized international institution
- Students are recommended a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.90 or higher.
Indian Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed 4 years of a bachelor's degree in the first division in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.