Master's

Physician Assistant Studies Hybrid Program

Pitt’s Physician Assistant Hybrid program combines flexible online learning with immersive in-person training and clinical rotations to prepare you for patient-centered practice.

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High Demand

A popular program within Pitt that often fills classes quickly.

In-Person Experience

In-person projects or clinicals at non-campus sites required to complete your program.

On-Campus Immersion

Students are required to visit the Pitt campus to conduct hands-on classwork with faculty supervision.

Scheduled Live Courses

Synchronous class time with a professor online.

Next Application Date

August 1 for Spring Term

Credits

Pacing

Full-time

Format

Hybrid

Type of Program

Master's

Advance Your Expertise in Physician Assistant Studies Hybrid Program

Earn your Master of Science in the Physician Assistant Studies Hybrid Program (PAS-Hybrid), a program for aspiring physician assistants who desire the confidence to lead health care forward. We pair interactive virtual lectures with hands-on immersion opportunities with clinical placements in various health care settings across the country.

Some on-campus attendance is required so you to engage with your cohort, apply hands-on skills and get face time with your various faculty members and mentors.

Each immersion is five (5) days long and is held across multiple University of Pittsburgh campus locations to support the student learning experience.

All students in the cohort are required to attend in-person. Students will work directly with faculty, instructors and staff to practice the hands-on skills they have been learning on their own at home.

Eligibility

Requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

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On-Campus

Experience

Three hybrid immersions, during Term 1, Term 3 and Term 6 (lasting five days each).

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Accreditation

The Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) has granted Accreditation-Provisional status to the University of Pittsburgh Physician Assistant Studies Hybrid Program sponsored by the University of Pittsburgh.

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The Physician Assistant Studies Hybrid Program has one application cycle per year.  You can start the program spring (Janurary).

Application deadline

August 1

Class start

Spring Term

What to Expect in Your Classes 

This program offers 27 courses, totaling 82 credits. All coursework is delivered in a hybrid format, giving you the flexibility to study from anywhere. Classes run for 15 weeks (except summer terms), allowing you to complete the program in 2 years (6 terms, including 2 summer terms). Students will study and then participate in eight (8) clinical rotations to experience a variety of settings including internal medicine, family medicine, emergency medicine, pediatrics, surgery, behavioral health, OBGYN medicine and an elective rotation.

Total Courses 27
Credit Hours 82
Format Hybrid
Class Lengths 15 weeks
Time to Completion 2 years
Pace Options Full-Time

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Plan Your Education With Confidence in Cost 

The Physician Assistant Studies Hybrid Program current tuition rates are listed for in-state and out-of-state students. To support students in financing their education, the University of Pittsburgh offers a range of financial aid options and payment plans, making it easier to manage tuition costs while completing your studies.

2026-27 tuition rates are pending approval by the Board of Trustees, expected in July 2026.

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