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Keck School of Medicine of USC

Physician Assistant Program

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We strive to provide excellence in education, both in the classroom and on rotations, by promoting diversity, equity and inclusion and being drivers of change in service and leadership through the strong efforts of our entire team.

Mitzi D’Aquila, MACM, PA-C
Director, Primary Care Physician Assistant Program
Mitzi D'Aquila Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Medicine (Clinician Educator) Director of the Physician Assistant Program.

Admissions

The PA Program has a holistic process in selecting future PAs. Learn about what makes a strong program candidate

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Our Mission

We are dedicated to advancing physician assistant education and providing service to the medically underserved.

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Curriculum

The program curriculum emphasizes primary care and takes place in a variety of clinical settings.

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Cost of Attendance

The program is a 33-month academic program. Find the breakdown of tuition and fees here.

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Accreditation and PANCE Results

Since the program’s inception in 1972, our graduates have consistently performed well on the PANCE.

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