Physician Assistant MMS 26 months Postgraduate Programme By Temple University |TopUniversities
Subject Ranking

# 351-400QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

26 monthsProgramme duration

Application Deadline

15 Jan, 2026Application Deadline

Main Subject Area

MedicineMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Medicine

Degree

MMSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University has continued its history of excellence in medical education to deliver a Physician Assistant (PA) training program that leads to a Master of Medical Science degree (MMS). 


Predictions of physician workforce shortages have led to innovation in medical practice design and the call for expert physician assistants. This need is most pressing in our historically underserved urban community. When coupled with the School of Medicine’s call for patient-centered, interprofessional education and care, we see an intuitive link between the education of the trainees who will practice in these teams and the eventual practice setting.


What sets apart the School of Medicine’s physician assistant program? 



The PA training program at Katz is a unique, highly desirable option for PA candidates. The program has a reputation for excellence in medical science, clinical education and unparalleled commitment to the urban, underserved community. This master’s in medical science program serves to  


  • train outstanding PAs who will enhance patient care in our North Philadelphia community and beyond;  


  • facilitate innovative curriculum with the use of interprofessional exercises; and  


  • utilize existing Katz School of Medicine faculty, clinical training and physical plant resources.  


The details provided on our website frame the rationale and mission for this program, as well as provide an overview of the innovation in the curricular design that brings physician assistant students and medical students together to learn side-by-side, just as they will practice. 


Graduates of Katz’s physician assistant program are recognized as leaders, educators and innovators in the delivery of high-quality healthcare that is accessible, affordable, compassionate and respectful of cultural diversity.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Medicine

Degree

MMSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University has continued its history of excellence in medical education to deliver a Physician Assistant (PA) training program that leads to a Master of Medical Science degree (MMS). 


Predictions of physician workforce shortages have led to innovation in medical practice design and the call for expert physician assistants. This need is most pressing in our historically underserved urban community. When coupled with the School of Medicine’s call for patient-centered, interprofessional education and care, we see an intuitive link between the education of the trainees who will practice in these teams and the eventual practice setting.


What sets apart the School of Medicine’s physician assistant program? 



The PA training program at Katz is a unique, highly desirable option for PA candidates. The program has a reputation for excellence in medical science, clinical education and unparalleled commitment to the urban, underserved community. This master’s in medical science program serves to  


  • train outstanding PAs who will enhance patient care in our North Philadelphia community and beyond;  


  • facilitate innovative curriculum with the use of interprofessional exercises; and  


  • utilize existing Katz School of Medicine faculty, clinical training and physical plant resources.  


The details provided on our website frame the rationale and mission for this program, as well as provide an overview of the innovation in the curricular design that brings physician assistant students and medical students together to learn side-by-side, just as they will practice. 


Graduates of Katz’s physician assistant program are recognized as leaders, educators and innovators in the delivery of high-quality healthcare that is accessible, affordable, compassionate and respectful of cultural diversity.

Admission Requirements

All students must successfully complete the following to meet the graduation requirements for the degree of master of medical science.
  • Successful completion of all courses (117 credits) with a 3.0 GPA or higher
  • Successful completion of all supervised clinical experience
  • Pass a comprehensive written examination
  • Pass the Objective Standardized Clinical Examination (OSCE)
  • Demonstrate professional conduct throughout the program 

15 Jan 2026
26 Months
Jun

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

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