About the program
The Rutgers University PA program is described in PAEA's published program data; full curriculum details, faculty, and admissions cycle specifics are maintained on the program's own website.
From the program's mission statement: "Foster excellence in humanistic patient care through dynamic PA education, scholarship, and service in a supportive and collaborative environment."
• The Physician Assistant program was ranked No. 3 in the country by U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools survey in 2025. • 100 percent Ultimate Pass Rate on the PANCE from 2019 -2024. • The innovative curriculum delivers small-group learning, simulation, and clinical elective opportunities. • All principal faculty have earned or are currently pursuing doctoral degrees • Students engage with underserved communities through the H.O.P.E. (Health Outreach Patient Experience) Clinic.
Matriculant data
Actual stats for students who enrolled in the most recently reported cohort, sourced from PAEA's published program data.
Admission policies
Out-of-state applicants are accepted. International applicants: yes. DACA status applicants are considered. Distance learning is not offered. A part-time enrollment option is available. On-campus housing is available.
Prerequisite coursework
Recency: No Requirement · up to 2 outstanding at application
Program overview
Rutgers University's current PAEA listing describes a 33 Months program. Its published start is August 2027. These listing details were retrieved October 13, 2026. Accreditation labels use the August 13, 2026 baseline; verify the current status with ARC-PA.
The listing publishes an application deadline of 08/01/2026. This is a cycle-specific date; a date that has passed does not establish the next cycle deadline.