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Master of Science in Physician Associate Studies (STEM) Keck Graduate Institute Keck Graduate Institute, USA

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USD 55095

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 75 Waived

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27 months

Duration

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70%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Chan Family Master of Science in Physician Associate Studies degree program will prepare students to become integral members of the healthcare team and provide compassionate care for their communities. This 27-month program integrates leadership skills, innovative and entrepreneurial approaches to problem-solving, and interprofessional collaboration. MSPA program graduates develop a better understanding of the social determinants of health and patient-centered medicine, leaving fully prepared to play a leadership role in the community and public health.

What Can You Do With An MSPA Degree?

Your Master of Science in Physician Associate Studies degree offers the competencies and strategic-thinking skills needed to pursue roles in several areas of primary care, surgical specialties, emergency medicine, and many more areas. Explore the careers and salary information that many of our graduates continue into after obtaining their KGI MSPA degree

Accreditation Status

The ARC-PA has granted Accreditation-Provisional status to the Keck Graduate Institute Physician Associate Program sponsored by Keck Graduate Institute.

Accreditation-Provisional is an accreditation status granted when the plans and resource allocation, if fully implemented as planned, of a proposed program that has not yet enrolled students appear to demonstrate the program’s ability to meet the ARC-PA Standards or when a program holding Accreditation-Provisional status appears to demonstrate continued progress in complying with the Standards as it prepares for the graduation of the first class (cohort) of students.

Accreditation-Provisional does not ensure any subsequent accreditation status. It is limited to no more than five years from matriculation of the first class.

The program’s accreditation history can be viewed on the ARC-PA website at http://www.arc-pa.org/accreditation-history-keck-graduate-institute.

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 10 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Aug 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    70% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    55095

    Tuition Fee
    (USD)

    USD 75 Waived

    Application Fee
    (USD)

    19350 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

    Check program website for more information about funding options.

    Scholarships

    1. Scholarship: Henry E. Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences and School of Health Sciences

    Keck Graduate Institute understands the importance of financial aid in assisting students to cover the cost of attendance. KGI will award the incoming class with a variety of limited funds through endowed, gift, and KGI funded scholarships based on the admitted program of interest.

    All applicants are encouraged to submit their applications in the priority round in order to receive first consideration for KGI scholarships. All KGI scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit and the overall promise shown by an applicant.

    General criteria for potential awards include:

    • Academic Potential
    • Work and/or relevant research experience
    • Leadership/community involvement

    All admitted students will receive an aid package that is unique to him or her.

    2. Scholarships: School of Pharmacy

    Merit Scholarships

    Presidential Access Scholarship for Incoming Students: PharmD

    Presidential Access Scholarships are awarded to top applicants based on the school’s comprehensive standard selection criteria for admission and who will be entering the PharmD program directly from community college.

    Award

    • 5 awards
    • $10,000 per year for four years, amounting to a total award of $40,000
    • Divided evenly over four consecutive academic years beginning with the incoming semester; contingent upon the student’s enrollment, maintenance of a GPA of 2.5 or higher, and completion of each of the Fall and Spring semesters through their fourth year

    Eligibility

    • Awarded to top applicants based on the school’s comprehensive standard selection criteria for admission
    • Must be a student applying to the PharmD program directly from community college (no Bachelor’s degree)
    • Preference is given to applicants with an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher

    Deadline

    • Students must accept their admission and award within the timeframe indicated on their admission or award letter

    Cannot be combined with another Presidential Scholarship or with the Dean’s or Walgreens Scholarship for Incoming Students.

    Presidential Excellence Scholarship for Incoming Students: PharmD

    Presidential Excellence Scholarships are awarded to top applicants based on the school's comprehensive standard selection criteria for admission.

    Award

    • 5 awards
    • $10,000 per year for four years, amounting to a total award of $40,000
    • Divided evenly over four consecutive academic years beginning with the incoming semester; contingent upon the student's enrollment, maintenance of a GPA of 2.5 or higher, and completion of each of the Fall and Spring semesters through their fourth year

    Eligibility

    • Awarded to top applicants based on the school's comprehensive standard selection criteria for admission
    • Preference is given to applicants with an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher

    Deadline

    • Students must accept their admission and award within the timeframe indicated on their admission or award letter

    Cannot be combined with another Presidential Scholarship or with the Dean's or Walgreens Scholarship for Incoming Students.

    Presidential Distinction Scholarship for Incoming Students: PharmD

    Presidential Distinction Scholarships are awarded to applicants based on the school's comprehensive standard selection criteria for admission and support the KGI School of Pharmacy's efforts to increase diversity among student pharmacists.

    Award

    • 5 awards
    • $10,000 per year for four years, amounting to a total award of $40,000
    • Divided evenly over four consecutive academic years beginning with the incoming semester; contingent upon the student's enrollment, maintenance of a GPA of 2.5 or higher, and completion of each of the Fall and Spring semesters through their fourth year

    Eligibility

    • Awarded to top applicants based on the school's comprehensive standard selection criteria for admission who are also members of a minority group underrepresented in pharmacy
    • Preference is given to applicants with an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher

    Deadline

    • Students must accept their admission and award within the timeframe indicated on their admission or award letter

    Cannot be combined with another Presidential Scholarship or with the Dean's or Walgreens Scholarship for Incoming Students.

    Dean's Scholarship for Incoming Students: PharmD

    Dean's Scholarships are awarded to top applicants based on the school's comprehensive standard selection criteria for admission.

    Award

    • 3 awards
    • $5,000 per year for four years, amounting to a total award of $20,000
    • Divided evenly over four consecutive academic years beginning with the incoming semester; contingent upon the student’s enrollment, maintenance of a GPA of 2.5 or higher, and completion of each of the Fall and Spring semesters through their fourth year

    Eligibility

    • Awarded to top applicants based on the school's comprehensive standard selection criteria for admission
    • Preference is given to applicants with an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher

    Deadline

    • Students must accept their admission and award within the timeframe indicated on their admission or award letter

    Cannot be combined with the Walgreen's Scholarship or the Presidential Excellence or Distinction Scholarships for Incoming Students.

    *Applicants accepted via Early Decision will receive priory consideration for scholarships.

    Presidential Future Pharmacist Scholarship: PharmD

    Presidential Future Pharmacist Scholarships are awarded to top applicants based on the school’s comprehensive standard selection criteria for admission.

    Award

    • 20 awards
    • $10,000 per year for four years, amounting to a total award of $40,000
    • Divided evenly over four consecutive academic years beginning with the incoming semesters, contingent upon the student's enrollment, maintenance of a GPA of 2.5 or higher, and completion of each of the Fall and Spring semesters through their fourth year

    Eligibility

    • Awarded to top applicants based on the school's comprehensive standard selection criteria for admission
    • Preference is given to applicants with an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher

    Deadline

    • Students must accept their admission and award within the timeframe indicated on their admission or award letter

    Cannot be combined with another Presidential Scholarship or with the Dean's or Walgreens Scholarship for Incoming Students.
     

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