School of Health and Medical Sciences
Advance your career as a physician assistant — one of the fastest growing professions in the United States. Seton Hall’s M.S. in Physician Assistant program, ranked No. 14 by U.S. News and World Report, prepares you for a field projected to grow 28% by 2033 (BLS, 2024).
Since 2001, Seton Hall’s P.A. program has trained students for clinical excellence and long-term success in a high-demand healthcare career. Our three-year, full-time program offers broad patient exposure, builds essential clinical skills and equips graduates to deliver compassionate, high-quality care to diverse populations.
- Expert-Led Instruction: Courses are taught by practicing P.A.s and nationally recognized faculty at our award-winning Interprofessional Health Sciences campus.
- Extensive Clinical Training: Guaranteed placement and access to 145+ sites support 14 months of core and elective clinical rotations.
- Excellent Outcomes: Our five-year PANCE pass rate is 98%, exceeding the national average of 93% on this key PA certification exam.
Accreditation & Awards
"It is an exciting time to enter the PA profession. The need for compassionate clinicians committed to high-quality patient care has never been greater."
Admissions Requirements
The M.S. in Physician Assistant program welcomes your application and questions about the admissions process. Our program is rigorous, and the admissions process is extremely selective.
In reviewing applications, the admissions committee considers academic performance, GRE scores, healthcare experience and letters of recommendation. Students with incomplete prerequisites may apply; however, they must state how they will satisfy the prerequisites by the June 1st prior to the start of the program.
Seton Hall University does not participate in CASPA; all applicants must complete the online application for graduate admission, selecting "School of Health and Medical Sciences" - "M.S." - "M.S. in Physician Assistant" within the appropriate drop-down menus when prompted.
Deadlines
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Application Portal Opens
June 1
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Application Deadline
December 1
Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
Curriculum Overview
Seton Hall’s P.A. program is team-taught by practicing P.A.s, physicians and doctoral-trained faculty. The curriculum builds a solid foundation in medical science, clinical skills and research — preparing graduates to become competent and compassionate P.A.s
This 96-credit, three-year program equips students to deliver high-quality care through continuous clinical training. From the first semester, students engage directly with patients, practicing history-taking and physical exam skills.
The second and third years build on that foundation with hands-on learning across varied clinical settings. Students complete a minimum of 52 weeks of core and elective rotations, gaining real-world experience in diverse areas of care.
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14
U.S. News Physician Assistant Programs Ranking
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33
Months to Degree Completion
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98%
Five-Year PANCE Pass Rate
State-of-the-Art Facilities
Our award-winning simulation center offers immersive, hands-on experiences that build clinical confidence and readiness.
Assessing a pediatric mannequin in the Hi-Fidelity Suite.
Practicing clinical skills in the Surgical Suite.
Role-playing in the Standardized Patient Center
Career Opportunities
P.A.s are essential healthcare providers. As licensed medical professionals who work under physician supervision, they diagnose, treat and care for patients — making an immediate and lasting impact across healthcare settings.
P.A.s work across the spectrum of medicine, including primary care, family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, OB-GYN, surgery, and medical and surgical subspecialties. As certified medical providers, their responsibilities include:
- Conducting physical exams
- Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests
- Diagnosing and treating illnesses
- Counseling patients on preventive healthcare
- Assisting in surgical procedures
- Prescribing medications and treatments
28%
Projected job growth over 10 years
$133,260
Median salary per year
153,400
Total jobs (BLS, 2024)
Our alumni work at the best organizations around the world.
Our Faculty and Students
Physician Assistant Graduate Leads with Advocacy and Service
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White House Drug Policy Director Speaks on Opioid Epidemic at University Event
Frequently Asked Questions
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Additional Resources
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About Seton Hall
One of the country's leading Catholic Universities, Seton Hall University has been developing students in mind, heart and spirit since 1856.
Home to over 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students and offering more than 90 undergraduate programs and over 130 graduate programs, Seton Hall's academic excellence has been singled out for distinction by The Princeton Review, U.S. News & World Report and Bloomberg Businessweek.
Seton Hall's 58-acre campus in the quaint town of South Orange, New Jersey, is only 14 miles from New York City — offering students a wealth of employment, internship, cultural and entertainment opportunities. The University’s nationally recognized School of Law is located in nearby Newark, New Jersey. The Interprofessional Health Sciences (IHS) campus in the owns of Clifton and Nutley, New Jersey, houses the University’s College of Nursing and School of Health and Medical Sciences.
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1856
Founded by James Roosevelt Bayley
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14
Miles from New York City
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90+
Career-Building Graduate Programs
