Accelerated Physician’s Assistant – Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

Our Accelerated Physician Assistant program puts you one step closer to your goals.

Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota’s Accelerated PA Program offers a streamlined path into the physician assistant profession. Students spend the first three years on Saint Mary’s Winona campus completing a Biology-Health Science bachelor’s degree, then transition to Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences for the final two years to earn a Master of Health Sciences in Physician Assistant Studies.

Build a strong foundation for your future PA role through an integrated blend of lab and classroom learning combined with hands-on practical experience, setting the stage for your professional success.

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota - Accelerated PA

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A direct path toward a top healthcare career.

Dual-degree program: Years 1-3 at Saint Mary’s Winona, focused on undergraduate foundational science; Years 4-5 at Mayo Clinic and SMU Rochester Campus.

Hands-on clinical exposure: Clinical labs, simulations, and mock-patient settings with access to Mayo Health instructors.

One-on-one advising: Experienced mentors keep you on track with your goals.

An innovative program for future PAs.

Our Accelerated Physician Assistant program puts you one step closer to your goals.

A direct path toward a top healthcare career.

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