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#1 #1 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Arcadia University Glenside, PA Every year, Arcadia University grants around 66 degrees to those studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Public Health, General, and Actuarial Science....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 98 SAT Score 1,090–1,280 Median Starting Salary $61,510
#2 #2 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Bethel University McKenzie, TN At Bethel University, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Organizational Leadership....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 147 SAT Score 1,040–1,310 Median Starting Salary $56,489
#3 #3 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. King's College Wilkes-Barre, PA At King's College, the most popular majors students pursue are Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, Business Administration and Management, General, and Accounting....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 68 SAT Score 1,080–1,280 Median Starting Salary $64,095
#4 #4 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Lincoln Memorial University Harrogate, TN At Lincoln Memorial University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant....view more Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 139 SAT Score 980–1,190 Median Starting Salary $56,589
#5 #5 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Butler University Indianapolis, IN At Butler University, the most popular majors students study are Finance, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General. In fact, Butler University awards 78 degrees annually to graduating Finance, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 72 SAT Score 1,190–1,370 Median Starting Salary $66,751
#6 #6 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Yale University New Haven, CT Yale offers students seventy possible majors, which must be declared by sophomore or junior years, but students are always welcome to change. Some of the top majors currently are Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Computer and Information Sciences, General, Political Science and Government, General, History, General,......view more Acceptance Rate 4% Annual Degrees Awarded 113 SAT Score 1,470–1,570 Median Starting Salary $52,162
#7 #7 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Duke University Durham, NC Two schools at Duke University are devoted to undergraduates: Trinity College of Arts and Sciences and Pratt School of Engineering. Combined they offer fifty majors, fifty-two minors, and the ability for students to design their own interdisciplinary majors....view more Acceptance Rate 6% Annual Degrees Awarded 90 SAT Score 1,520–1,560 Median Starting Salary $55,259
#8 #8 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. South College Knoxville, TN Each year, South College awards about 237 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies, Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, and Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer....view more Acceptance Rate 54% Annual Degrees Awarded 182 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#9 #9 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. MCPHS University Boston, MA Each year, MCPHS University grants around 298 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Pharmacy, Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies, and Dental Hygiene/Hygienist....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 204 SAT Score 1,090–1,320 Median Starting Salary $59,000
#10 #10 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Kettering College Kettering, OH At Kettering College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 56 SAT Score 1,040–1,180 Median Starting Salary $58,402
#11 #11 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Le Moyne College Syracuse, NY Each year, Le Moyne College awards about 99 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 72 SAT Score 1,160–1,320 Median Starting Salary $61,759
#12 #12 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. DeSales University Center Valley, PA Annually, DeSales University grants about 110 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 73 SAT Score 1,090–1,260 Median Starting Salary $61,726
#13 #13 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Wingate University Wingate, NC At Wingate University, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science. In fact, Wingate University awards 64 degrees every year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 57 SAT Score 990–1,210 Median Starting Salary $62,121
#14 #14 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Evansville Evansville, IN At the University of Evansville, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health and Physical Education/Fitness, Other, and Mechanical Engineering....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 40 SAT Score 1,090–1,330 Median Starting Salary $60,452
#15 #15 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Wake Forest University Winston-Salem, NC Each year, Wake Forest University awards about 156 degrees to those studying Finance, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business/Commerce, General, Communication, General, Political Science and Government, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 22% Annual Degrees Awarded 84 SAT Score 1,410–1,510 Median Starting Salary $66,055
#16 #16 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Mount Union Alliance, OH At the University of Mount Union, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 40 SAT Score 1,000–1,210 Median Starting Salary $63,378
#17 #17 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Touro University New York, NY Annually, Touro University grants around 273 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, Biology/Biological Sciences,......view more Acceptance Rate 62% Annual Degrees Awarded 158 SAT Score 1,290–1,450 Median Starting Salary $56,509
#18 #18 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA Annually, the University of Washington-Seattle Campus grants around 480 degrees to those studying Computer Science, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Informatics, and Biochemistry....view more Acceptance Rate 39% Annual Degrees Awarded 143 SAT Score 1,310–1,510 Median Starting Salary $53,796
#19 #19 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Rocky Mountain College Billings, MT Each year, Rocky Mountain College awards about 27 degrees to students majoring in Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 45 SAT Score 970–1,180 Median Starting Salary $61,841
#20 #20 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Trine University Angola, IN Each year, Trine University grants about 45 degrees to those studying Kinesiology and Exercise Science, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 37 SAT Score 1,110–1,310 Median Starting Salary $58,901
#21 #21 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Seton Hill University Greensburg, PA Each year, Seton Hill University awards around 29 degrees to those studying Pre-Physician Assistant, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 52 SAT Score 1,050–1,250 Median Starting Salary $64,410
#22 #22 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Presbyterian College Clinton, SC At Presbyterian College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, Presbyterian College grants 45 degrees every year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 33 SAT Score 990–1,220 Median Starting Salary $60,987
#23 #23 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Gannon University Erie, PA Every year, Gannon University awards around 132 degrees to students studying Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 86 SAT Score 1,060–1,290 Median Starting Salary $62,114
#24 #24 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Marietta College Marietta, OH Each year, Marietta College awards around 27 degrees to students studying Petroleum Engineering, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Psychology, General, and Communication Management and Strategic Communications....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 960–1,190 Median Starting Salary $60,529
#25 #25 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Wagner College Staten Island, NY At Wagner College, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 40 SAT Score 1,150–1,310 Median Starting Salary $63,890
#26 #26 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA At the University of Southern California, the most popular majors students study are Management Science, Computer Science, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric. In fact, the University of Southern California awards 1221 degrees annually to Management Science majors....view more Acceptance Rate 10% Annual Degrees Awarded 61 SAT Score 1,440–1,550 Median Starting Salary $53,300
#27 #27 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Stephens College Columbia, MO Every year, Stephens College awards about 9 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Film/Cinema/Video Studies, Teacher Education, and Multiple Levels....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 30 SAT Score 1,100–1,270 Median Starting Salary $57,806
#28 #28 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Franklin College Franklin, IN Annually, Franklin College awards around 22 degrees to students studying Kinesiology and Exercise Science, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, and Sociology....view more Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 23 SAT Score 1,060–1,240 Median Starting Salary $64,212
#29 #29 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Nova Southeastern University Fort Lauderdale, FL Every year, Nova Southeastern University grants about 391 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Public Health, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 238 SAT Score 1,030–1,310 Median Starting Salary $55,728
#30 #30 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Pace University New York, NY Every year, Pace University grants about 218 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Finance, General, and Accounting....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 117 SAT Score 1,190–1,360 Median Starting Salary $59,610
#31 #31 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Ohio Dominican University Columbus, OH At Ohio Dominican University, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 49 SAT Score 1,040–1,310 Median Starting Salary $59,448
#32 #32 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Bryant University Smithfield, RI At Bryant University, the three most popular college majors students study are Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 46 SAT Score 1,200–1,330 Median Starting Salary $68,012
#33 #33 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Detroit Mercy Detroit, MI Every year, the University of Detroit Mercy grants around 208 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 65 SAT Score 1,040–1,270 Median Starting Salary $57,066
#34 #34 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Marquette University Milwaukee, WI Annually, Marquette University grants about 161 degrees to those studying Biomedical Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Finance, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 68 SAT Score 1,230–1,390 Median Starting Salary $63,707
#35 #35 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Methodist University Fayetteville, NC At Methodist University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other, Biological and Biomedical Sciences, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 39 SAT Score 1,100–1,250 Median Starting Salary $58,097
#36 #36 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. George Washington University Washington, DC At George Washington University, the most popular majors students pursue are International Relations and Affairs, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Political Science and Government, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 47% Annual Degrees Awarded 62 SAT Score 1,360–1,490 Median Starting Salary $58,090
#37 #37 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Drexel University Philadelphia, PA At Drexel University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Computer Science, and Mechanical Engineering. In fact, Drexel University awards 469 degrees per year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 76 SAT Score 1,250–1,440 Median Starting Salary $56,262
#38 #38 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Stony Brook University Stony Brook, NY At Stony Brook University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Stony Brook University awards 518 degrees every year to Psychology, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 49% Annual Degrees Awarded 69 SAT Score 1,320–1,490 Median Starting Salary $53,851
#39 #39 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Pennsylvania College of Technology Williamsport, PA Annually, Pennsylvania College of Technology awards about 55 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score 1,040–1,220 Median Starting Salary $59,213
#40 #40 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Shenandoah University Winchester, VA At Shenandoah University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Exercise Physiology....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 56 SAT Score 990–1,270 Median Starting Salary $64,080
#41 #41 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Emory & Henry University Emory, VA At Emory & Henry University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, and Sport and Fitness Administration/Management....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 30 SAT Score 970–1,170 Median Starting Salary $60,517
#42 #42 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Union Adventist University Lincoln, NE At Union Adventist University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and International Public Health/International Health....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 29 SAT Score 940–1,220 Median Starting Salary $59,811
#43 #43 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Emory University Atlanta, GA At Emory University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Neuroscience. In fact, Emory University grants 422 degrees annually to Business Administration and Management, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 10% Annual Degrees Awarded 51 SAT Score 1,460–1,550 Median Starting Salary $55,744
#44 #44 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Saint Francis University Loretto, PA Each year, Saint Francis University grants around 42 degrees to students majoring in Physician Assistant, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapy/Therapist, and Early Childhood Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 48 SAT Score 1,050–1,250 Median Starting Salary $62,451
#45 #45 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI At Concordia University Ann Arbor, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 30 SAT Score 1,010–1,180 Median Starting Salary $62,124
#46 #46 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Mercer University Macon, GA Each year, Mercer University grants around 191 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Engineering, General, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 67 SAT Score 1,180–1,370 Median Starting Salary $55,545
#47 #47 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Florida Gainesville, FL At the University of Florida, the most popular majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, the University of Florida grants 616 degrees per year to Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 24% Annual Degrees Awarded 58 SAT Score 1,330–1,480 Median Starting Salary $53,756
#48 #48 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Tufts University Medford, MA Every year, Tufts University grants about 177 degrees to those majoring in Computer Science, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and International Relations and Affairs....view more Acceptance Rate 12% Annual Degrees Awarded 50 SAT Score 1,470–1,560 Median Starting Salary $59,401
#49 #49 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Hofstra University Hempstead, NY At Hofstra University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Finance, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General. In fact, Hofstra University grants 100 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 63 SAT Score 1,240–1,410 Median Starting Salary $60,867
#50 #50 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, PA Every year, Thomas Jefferson University awards around 296 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 134 SAT Score 1,170–1,340 Median Starting Salary $56,714
#51 #51 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Each year, Pacific University awards about 46 degrees to those studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Business Administration and Management, General, and Dental Hygiene/Hygienist....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 59 SAT Score 940–1,290 Median Starting Salary $61,528
#52 #52 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Chapman University Orange, CA At Chapman University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 53 SAT Score 1,280–1,440 Median Starting Salary $61,999
#53 #53 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Barry University Miami, FL At Barry University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 96 SAT Score 910–1,120 Median Starting Salary $56,860
#54 #54 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Florida State University Tallahassee, FL At Florida State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Finance, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General. In fact, Florida State University grants 767 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 24% Annual Degrees Awarded 56 SAT Score 1,300–1,420 Median Starting Salary $55,540
#55 #55 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI Each year, the University of Wisconsin-Madison awards around 645 degrees to students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 45% Annual Degrees Awarded 54 SAT Score 1,350–1,480 Median Starting Salary $62,271
#56 #56 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, PA Annually, the University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus grants around 446 degrees to those studying Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 55 SAT Score 1,300–1,460 Median Starting Salary $60,236
#57 #57 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX Every year, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley grants about 473 degrees to students studying Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 102 SAT Score 870–1,090 Median Starting Salary $55,693
#58 #58 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Lynchburg Lynchburg, VA Annually, the University of Lynchburg awards about 39 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 43% Annual Degrees Awarded 40 SAT Score 1,000–1,250 Median Starting Salary $62,353
#59 #59 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. St. John's University-New York Queens, NY Each year, St- John's University-New York grants around 250 degrees to those majoring in Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 61 SAT Score 1,160–1,340 Median Starting Salary $58,816
#60 #60 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Daemen University Amherst, NY At Daemen University, the most popular majors students study are Natural Sciences, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. In fact, Daemen University grants 110 degrees every year to graduating Natural Sciences students....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 57 SAT Score 1,110–1,310 Median Starting Salary $60,000
#61 #61 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Quinnipiac University Hamden, CT Every year, Quinnipiac University grants about 289 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 52 SAT Score 1,110–1,310 Median Starting Salary $67,035
#62 #62 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL At the University of Alabama at Birmingham, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Biomedical Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 68 SAT Score 1,120–1,380 Median Starting Salary $55,352
#63 #63 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford offers students seven schools under the university, which include Business, Earth Sciences, Education, Engineering, Humanities and Science, Law, and Medicine. Undergraduates must complete at least 180 units. This will include their major courses, writing and rhetoric, a year of foreign language, and more....view more Acceptance Rate 4% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 1,510–1,570 Median Starting Salary $52,175
#64 #64 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ At Rutgers University-New Brunswick, the three most popular college majors students study are Computer and Information Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 50 SAT Score 1,280–1,480 Median Starting Salary $55,138
#65 #65 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Campbell University Buies Creek, NC Annually, Campbell University awards around 64 degrees to students majoring in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 51 SAT Score 1,020–1,220 Median Starting Salary $58,040
#66 #66 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. South University-Savannah Savannah, GA Each year, South University-Savannah awards around 9 degrees to students studying Health/Health Care Administration/Management, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 70 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#67 #67 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT At the University of Utah, the most popular majors students study are Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Communication, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, the University of Utah awards 442 degrees every year to Research and Experimental Psychology, Other majors....view more Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 63 SAT Score 1,130–1,350 Median Starting Salary $55,126
#68 #68 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. North Greenville University Tigerville, SC At North Greenville University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 29 SAT Score 1,060–1,270 Median Starting Salary $59,851
#69 #69 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Seton Hall University South Orange, NJ At Seton Hall University, the three most popular college majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 53 SAT Score 1,230–1,400 Median Starting Salary $60,197
#70 #70 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Xavier University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA At Xavier University of Louisiana, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Public Health, and General. In fact, Xavier University of Louisiana awards 145 degrees per year to Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 31 SAT Score 990–1,160 Median Starting Salary $56,901
#71 #71 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Northwestern University Evanston, IL At Northwestern University, the most popular majors students study are Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia, and Computer Science. In fact, Northwestern University grants 281 degrees annually to Econometrics and Quantitative Economics majors....view more Acceptance Rate 7% Annual Degrees Awarded 32 SAT Score 1,480–1,560 Median Starting Salary $55,133
#72 #72 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Kentucky Lexington, KY At the University of Kentucky, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, and General. In fact, the University of Kentucky grants 387 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 57 SAT Score 1,080–1,310 Median Starting Salary $59,335
#73 #73 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Annually, Johnson & Wales University-Providence grants about 77 degrees to those majoring in Culinary Arts/Chef Training, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 920–1,180 Median Starting Salary $58,825
#74 #74 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Chatham University Pittsburgh, PA At Chatham University, the most popular majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science. In fact, Chatham University grants 34 degrees annually to graduating Biology/Biological Sciences, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 62% Annual Degrees Awarded 44 SAT Score 1,080–1,320 Median Starting Salary $61,345
#75 #75 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction, CO At Colorado Mesa University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 98% Annual Degrees Awarded 24 SAT Score 920–1,180 Median Starting Salary $59,927
#76 #76 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Saint Louis University Saint Louis, MO At Saint Louis University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 45 SAT Score 1,140–1,400 Median Starting Salary $61,147
#77 #77 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Milligan University Milligan, TN Each year, Milligan University awards around 38 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 26 SAT Score 1,080–1,340 Median Starting Salary $60,194
#78 #78 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University Baton Rouge, LA Every year, Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University grants around 87 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 28 SAT Score 970–1,140 Median Starting Salary $56,938
#79 #79 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Northeastern University Boston, MA Annually, Northeastern University awards about 957 degrees to students majoring in Business/Commerce, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Computer and Information Sciences, General, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 5% Annual Degrees Awarded 48 SAT Score 1,450–1,540 Median Starting Salary $58,331
#80 #80 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Lake Erie College Painesville, OH Annually, Lake Erie College grants around 15 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 64% Annual Degrees Awarded 26 SAT Score 970–1,160 Median Starting Salary $61,666
#81 #81 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Lipscomb University Nashville, TN Each year, Lipscomb University awards about 51 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 47 SAT Score 1,090–1,350 Median Starting Salary $57,806
#82 #82 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. High Point University High Point, NC Each year, High Point University grants about 157 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Communication, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 43 SAT Score 1,110–1,310 Median Starting Salary $68,571
#83 #83 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Northern Arizona University Flagstaff, AZ Each year, Northern Arizona University awards about 428 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 59 SAT Score 1,040–1,250 Median Starting Salary $58,506
#84 #84 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Elon University Elon, NC At Elon University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Communication Management and Strategic Communications, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 66% Annual Degrees Awarded 36 SAT Score 1,150–1,340 Median Starting Salary $67,723
#85 #85 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Idaho State University Pocatello, ID At Idaho State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 74 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $57,607
#86 #86 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. New York Institute of Technology Old Westbury, NY Every year, New York Institute of Technology awards about 158 degrees to those studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 50 SAT Score 1,120–1,360 Median Starting Salary $56,089
#87 #87 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of New England Biddeford, ME At the University of New England, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Biomedical Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 45 SAT Score 1,050–1,240 Median Starting Salary $65,023
#88 #88 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of South Florida Tampa, FL At the University of South Florida, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Biomedical Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 43% Annual Degrees Awarded 47 SAT Score 1,150–1,330 Median Starting Salary $54,060
#89 #89 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Samford University Birmingham, AL Annually, Samford University grants about 105 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Pharmaceutical Sciences, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 1,100–1,300 Median Starting Salary $64,173
#90 #90 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Saint Joseph's University Philadelphia, PA Each year, Saint Joseph's University awards around 142 degrees to those studying Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, Other, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 38 SAT Score 1,140–1,330 Median Starting Salary $66,707
#91 #91 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Mercy University Dobbs Ferry, NY At Mercy University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Mercy University awards 318 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 55 SAT Score 940–1,210 Median Starting Salary $55,882
#92 #92 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Marywood University Scranton, PA At Marywood University, the most popular majors students study are Architecture, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist. In fact, Marywood University awards 50 degrees per year to graduating Architecture students....view more Acceptance Rate 61% Annual Degrees Awarded 46 SAT Score 1,070–1,250 Median Starting Salary $62,448
#93 #93 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of the Pacific Stockton, CA At the University of the Pacific, the three most popular college majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 41 SAT Score 1,180–1,470 Median Starting Salary $56,470
#94 #94 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Carroll University Waukesha, WI Every year, Carroll University awards about 128 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 28 SAT Score 1,070–1,280 Median Starting Salary $64,599
#95 #95 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Case Western Reserve University Cleveland, OH At Case Western Reserve University, the three most popular college majors students study are Computer Science, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 38% Annual Degrees Awarded 32 SAT Score 1,440–1,550 Median Starting Salary $60,077
#96 #96 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Baldwin Wallace University Berea, OH At Baldwin Wallace University, the most popular majors students pursue are Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 33 SAT Score 1,090–1,300 Median Starting Salary $60,115
#97 #97 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Saint Elizabeth University Morristown, NJ At Saint Elizabeth University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 30 SAT Score 890–1,090 Median Starting Salary $57,287
#98 #98 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Saint Joseph West Hartford, CT At the University of Saint Joseph, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Social Work. In fact, the University of Saint Joseph grants 81 degrees annually to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 44 SAT Score 1,070–1,280 Median Starting Salary $59,066
#99 #99 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. AdventHealth University Orlando, FL At AdventHealth University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 23% Annual Degrees Awarded 30 SAT Score 1,030–1,150 Median Starting Salary $57,137
#100 #100 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. The University of Tampa Tampa, FL Each year, The University of Tampa grants around 167 degrees to students majoring in Marketing/Marketing Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Finance, General, Criminology, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 40% Annual Degrees Awarded 42 SAT Score 1,100–1,270 Median Starting Salary $62,195
#101 #101 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Dayton Dayton, OH At the University of Dayton, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Mechanical Engineering, Finance, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General. In fact, the University of Dayton awards 166 degrees per year to Mechanical Engineering majors....view more Acceptance Rate 66% Annual Degrees Awarded 38 SAT Score 1,180–1,400 Median Starting Salary $66,736
#102 #102 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Creighton University Omaha, NE At Creighton University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Finance, General, and Exercise Physiology. In fact, Creighton University awards 265 degrees every year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 28 SAT Score 1,250–1,410 Median Starting Salary $64,130
#103 #103 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Springfield College Springfield, MA Each year, Springfield College awards around 50 degrees to those majoring in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 1,080–1,330 Median Starting Salary $59,450
#104 #104 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX At Hardin-Simmons University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 30 SAT Score 970–1,190 Median Starting Salary $60,766
#105 #105 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Pfeiffer University Misenheimer, NC Each year, Pfeiffer University grants around 26 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 33 SAT Score 800–1,080 Median Starting Salary $59,159
#106 #106 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI At Grand Valley State University, the most popular majors students study are Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General. In fact, Grand Valley State University awards 252 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 48 SAT Score 1,110–1,370 Median Starting Salary $60,895
#107 #107 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC At the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Behavioral Sciences, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 15% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 1,350–1,520 Median Starting Salary $57,150
#108 #108 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of South Alabama Mobile, AL At the University of South Alabama, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Exercise Physiology, Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 56 SAT Score 1,040–1,240 Median Starting Salary $55,957
#109 #109 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Bethel University Saint Paul, MN At Bethel University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 31 SAT Score 1,110–1,310 Median Starting Salary $62,624
#110 #110 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Sacred Heart University Fairfield, CT At Sacred Heart University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Exercise Physiology, Research and Experimental Psychology, and Other. In fact, Sacred Heart University grants 252 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 39 SAT Score 1,180–1,310 Median Starting Salary $68,999
#111 #111 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Duquesne University Pittsburgh, PA Each year, Duquesne University grants around 259 degrees to those studying Nursing Science, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, Other, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Biology/Biological......view more Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 1,180–1,360 Median Starting Salary $63,885
#112 #112 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Florida International University Miami, FL Each year, Florida International University awards about 1536 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Finance, General, Hospitality Administration/Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 55% Annual Degrees Awarded 45 SAT Score 1,080–1,270 Median Starting Salary $54,151
#113 #113 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Each year, Dominican University of California grants around 120 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 32 SAT Score 1,170–1,280 Median Starting Salary $62,275
#114 #114 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock, PA At Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, the three most popular college majors students study are Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician, Health and Wellness, General, Special Education and Teaching, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 41 SAT Score 980–1,200 Median Starting Salary $62,966
#115 #115 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Oklahoma City University Oklahoma City, OK Every year, Oklahoma City University grants about 102 degrees to those majoring in Adult Health Nurse/Nursing, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Music Performance, General, Dance, General, and Acting....view more Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 33 SAT Score 1,140–1,240 Median Starting Salary $61,042
#116 #116 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA At Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus, the most popular majors students study are Finance, General, Information Science/Studies, Psychology, and General. In fact, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus awards 577 degrees annually to Finance, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 61% Annual Degrees Awarded 28 SAT Score 1,250–1,430 Median Starting Salary $58,035
#117 #117 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Trevecca Nazarene University Nashville, TN At Trevecca Nazarene University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 47 SAT Score 980–1,190 Median Starting Salary $57,803
#118 #118 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA At James Madison University, the most popular majors students study are Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 31 SAT Score 1,180–1,340 Median Starting Salary $64,645
#119 #119 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Every year, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor awards about 152 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Clinical Psychology, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and General Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 37 SAT Score 990–1,220 Median Starting Salary $59,644
#120 #120 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Temple University Philadelphia, PA Each year, Temple University grants around 355 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 1,130–1,370 Median Starting Salary $61,394
#121 #121 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Wayne State University Detroit, MI Every year, Wayne State University grants around 328 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Public Health, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Organizational Behavior Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 46 SAT Score 1,070–1,280 Median Starting Salary $55,426
#122 #122 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of the Cumberlands Williamsburg, KY Each year, the University of the Cumberlands awards around 215 degrees to those majoring in General Studies, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 53 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Median Starting Salary $58,315
#123 #123 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Northwestern College Orange City, IA Every year, Northwestern College awards about 49 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Elementary Education and Teaching, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Social Work....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 24 SAT Score 1,040–1,210 Median Starting Salary $64,560
#124 #124 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Maryland Eastern Shore Princess Anne, MD At the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, the most popular majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Criminal Justice/Police Science, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score 850–1,010 Median Starting Salary $58,564
#125 #125 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Harding University Searcy, AR Each year, Harding University awards about 48 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Elementary Education and Teaching, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 39% Annual Degrees Awarded 34 SAT Score 1,080–1,310 Median Starting Salary $62,051
#126 #126 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Charleston Southern University Charleston, SC Each year, Charleston Southern University grants around 80 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 34 SAT Score 1,000–1,140 Median Starting Salary $58,146
#127 #127 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA At Saint Ambrose University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Psychology, and General. In fact, Saint Ambrose University grants 77 degrees annually to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 29 SAT Score 980–1,190 Median Starting Salary $62,917
#128 #128 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Marist College Poughkeepsie, NY Each year, Marist College grants about 288 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Communication, General, Psychology, General, and Fashion Merchandising....view more Acceptance Rate 57% Annual Degrees Awarded 49 SAT Score 1,200–1,360 Median Starting Salary $69,069
#129 #129 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Mercyhurst University Erie, PA Each year, Mercyhurst University awards around 59 degrees to students majoring in Intelligence, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 1,080–1,300 Median Starting Salary $60,117
#130 #130 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Clarkson University Potsdam, NY At Clarkson University, the three most popular college majors students study are Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, General, and Chemical Engineering. In fact, Clarkson University awards 137 degrees per year to graduating Mechanical Engineering students....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 24 SAT Score 1,210–1,400 Median Starting Salary $60,294
#131 #131 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY At Rochester Institute of Technology, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Modeling, and Virtual Environments and Simulation. In fact, Rochester Institute of Technology awards 195 degrees per year to Computer Science majors....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 36 SAT Score 1,280–1,460 Median Starting Salary $58,349
#132 #132 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Every year, the University of South Carolina-Columbia grants around 435 degrees to students studying Public Health, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Finance, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Experimental Psychology....view more Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 1,200–1,390 Median Starting Salary $60,645
#133 #133 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Radford University Radford, VA Every year, Radford University grants around 258 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 41 SAT Score 960–1,180 Median Starting Salary $61,140
#134 #134 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, MN At The College of Saint Scholastica, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 28 SAT Score 1,080–1,280 Median Starting Salary $60,417
#135 #135 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Valparaiso University Valparaiso, IN At Valparaiso University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Valparaiso University awards 119 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 22 SAT Score 1,140–1,360 Median Starting Salary $60,674
#136 #136 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Augsburg University Minneapolis, MN At Augsburg University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, Augsburg University grants 38 degrees per year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 32 SAT Score 940–1,190 Median Starting Salary $57,992
#137 #137 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of St Francis Joliet, IL At the University of St Francis, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of St Francis grants 122 degrees annually to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 900–1,160 Median Starting Salary $60,462
#138 #138 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Monmouth University West Long Branch, NJ At Monmouth University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 28 SAT Score 1,150–1,320 Median Starting Salary $62,732
#139 #139 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN Annually, Indiana University-Indianapolis awards around 564 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 45 SAT Score 1,050–1,240 Median Starting Salary $58,219
#140 #140 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Christian Brothers University Memphis, TN Annually, Christian Brothers University awards about 52 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Mechanical Engineering....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 33 SAT Score 1,020–1,200 Median Starting Salary $56,294
#141 #141 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. South University-West Palm Beach Royal Palm Beach, FL Annually, South University-West Palm Beach awards about 67 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 40% Annual Degrees Awarded 39 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#142 #142 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. St Bonaventure University Saint Bonaventure, NY Annually, St Bonaventure University grants around 33 degrees to students studying Accounting, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, General, Special Education and Teaching, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 24 SAT Score 1,090–1,300 Median Starting Salary $63,665
#143 #143 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Mississippi College Clinton, MS At Mississippi College, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biomedical Sciences, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science. In fact, Mississippi College grants 96 degrees per year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more Acceptance Rate 49% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Median Starting Salary $57,035
#144 #144 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, OH Each year, Ohio University-Main Campus grants around 1396 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 1,110–1,310 Median Starting Salary $59,771
#145 #145 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. St Catherine University Saint Paul, MN Every year, St Catherine University awards around 163 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Social Work, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 32 SAT Score 1,040–1,230 Median Starting Salary $57,978
#146 #146 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver, CO At the University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 44 SAT Score 1,050–1,270 Median Starting Salary $55,714
#147 #147 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Mary Baldwin University Staunton, VA At Mary Baldwin University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Social Work, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 34 SAT Score 980–1,220 Median Starting Salary $56,783
#148 #148 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. East Carolina University Greenville, NC Annually, East Carolina University grants around 351 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 36 SAT Score 1,020–1,220 Median Starting Salary $59,454
#149 #149 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Towson University Towson, MD Each year, Towson University awards around 482 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Social Sciences, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 32 SAT Score 950–1,240 Median Starting Salary $60,880
#150 #150 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Every year, the University of Iowa grants around 393 degrees to students studying Kinesiology and Exercise Science, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Finance, General, Behavioral Sciences, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 23 SAT Score 1,100–1,320 Median Starting Salary $61,233
#151 #151 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI Every year, Western Michigan University grants about 212 degrees to those majoring in Finance, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, Accounting, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 40 SAT Score 980–1,230 Median Starting Salary $59,127
#152 #152 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Canisius University Buffalo, NY Each year, Canisius University awards about 44 degrees to students majoring in Finance, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, and Animal Behavior and Ethology....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 25 SAT Score 1,010–1,250 Median Starting Salary $61,083
#153 #153 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Toledo Toledo, OH Each year, the University of Toledo grants around 285 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Mechanical Engineering, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Pharmacy....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 40 SAT Score 1,040–1,280 Median Starting Salary $57,731
#154 #154 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of North Dakota Grand Forks, ND Annually, the University of North Dakota grants about 219 degrees to those majoring in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 34 SAT Score 1,050–1,250 Median Starting Salary $62,654
#155 #155 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Augusta University Augusta, GA At Augusta University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Augusta University grants 165 degrees every year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 40 SAT Score 1,020–1,230 Median Starting Salary $56,800
#156 #156 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Westfield State University Westfield, MA At Westfield State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Westfield State University awards 137 degrees per year to graduating Criminal Justice/Safety Studies students....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 28 SAT Score 1,000–1,210 Median Starting Salary $63,054
#157 #157 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI Each year, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse grants about 220 degrees to those majoring in Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 25 SAT Score 1,110–1,290 Median Starting Salary $63,854
#158 #158 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI At Central Michigan University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, and Community Organization and Advocacy. In fact, Central Michigan University grants 168 degrees per year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 38 SAT Score 980–1,210 Median Starting Salary $60,590
#159 #159 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Wichita State University Wichita, KS Every year, Wichita State University grants about 226 degrees to those studying Elementary Education and Teaching, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 44 SAT Score 970–1,220 Median Starting Salary $57,550
#160 #160 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. CUNY City College New York, NY Every year, CUNY City College grants about 414 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Fine/Studio Arts, General, and Computer Science....view more Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 1,060–1,280 Median Starting Salary $53,518
#161 #161 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. CUNY York College Jamaica, NY At CUNY York College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 64% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 870–1,050 Median Starting Salary $56,203
#162 #162 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Charleston Charleston, WV Each year, the University of Charleston grants around 336 degrees to students studying Organizational Leadership, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 29 SAT Score 1,000–1,150 Median Starting Salary $58,243
#163 #163 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of La Verne La Verne, CA Each year, the University of La Verne grants around 192 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Education, General, and Organizational Leadership....view more Acceptance Rate 48% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score 970–1,290 Median Starting Salary $56,539
#164 #164 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Dominican University River Forest, IL At Dominican University, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Natural Sciences. In fact, Dominican University grants 36 degrees per year to Psychology, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 31 SAT Score 930–1,140 Median Starting Salary $57,519
#165 #165 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Long Island University Brookville, NY Annually, Long Island University awards about 402 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 34 SAT Score 1,110–1,340 Median Starting Salary $55,500
#166 #166 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. George Fox University Newberg, OR At George Fox University, the three most popular college majors students study are Elementary Education and Teaching, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 1,060–1,340 Median Starting Salary $60,815
#167 #167 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN At the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health and Wellness, General, and Digital Arts....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 23 SAT Score 880–1,080 Median Starting Salary $60,437
#168 #168 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Carbondale, IL At Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, the most popular majors students pursue are Aviation/Airway Management and Operations, Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician, and Trade and Industrial Teacher Education....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 38 SAT Score 920–1,190 Median Starting Salary $57,032
#169 #169 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. The University of Findlay Findlay, OH At The University of Findlay, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Pre-Veterinary Studies, Animal Sciences, and General. In fact, The University of Findlay awards 77 degrees per year to Business Administration and Management, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Median Starting Salary $61,719
#170 #170 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Brenau University Gainesville, GA At Brenau University, the most popular majors students pursue are Nursing Practice, Elementary Education and Teaching, Psychology, and General. In fact, Brenau University grants 70 degrees per year to Nursing Practice majors....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 31 SAT Score 1,040–1,170 Median Starting Salary $57,739
#171 #171 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati, OH Every year, Mount St- Joseph University awards around 35 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 59% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 1,010–1,260 Median Starting Salary $60,097
#172 #172 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of South Dakota Vermillion, SD Each year, the University of South Dakota grants around 162 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 25 SAT Score 1,020–1,220 Median Starting Salary $62,022
#173 #173 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. College of Saint Mary Omaha, NE Annually, the College of Saint Mary grants about 61 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include General Studies, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 38% Annual Degrees Awarded 26 SAT Score 890–1,150 Median Starting Salary $58,549
#174 #174 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Nevada-Reno Reno, NV At the University of Nevada-Reno, the most popular majors students pursue are Public Health, General, Business/Commerce, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In fact, the University of Nevada-Reno awards 310 degrees per year to Public Health, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 24 SAT Score 1,020–1,250 Median Starting Salary $57,404
#175 #175 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA At the University of Dubuque, the three most popular college majors students study are Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew, Business Administration and Management, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 950–1,200 Median Starting Salary $59,588
#176 #176 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Bay Path University Longmeadow, MA Each year, Bay Path University awards around 51 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 31 SAT Score 1,040–1,180 Median Starting Salary $58,136
#177 #177 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Michigan-Flint Flint, MI At the University of Michigan-Flint, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Health/Health Care Administration/Management....view more Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 33 SAT Score 970–1,240 Median Starting Salary $56,671
#178 #178 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield, MO Annually, Missouri State University-Springfield grants about 259 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 26 SAT Score 1,020–1,250 Median Starting Salary $58,601
#179 #179 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. California State University-Monterey Bay Seaside, CA Each year, California State University-Monterey Bay grants about 290 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 25 SAT Score 900–1,210 Median Starting Salary $57,181
#180 #180 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. California Baptist University Riverside, CA Every year, California Baptist University grants about 179 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 30 SAT Score 930–1,210 Median Starting Salary $58,415
#181 #181 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Every year, Frostburg State University awards about 107 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 25 SAT Score 930–1,240 Median Starting Salary $60,421
#182 #182 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. West Liberty University West Liberty, WV At West Liberty University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Dental Hygiene/Hygienist....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 920–1,150 Median Starting Salary $60,084
#183 #183 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Annually, Mississippi State University awards about 346 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 1,090–1,350 Median Starting Salary $55,483
#184 #184 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Bridgeport Bridgeport, CT Each year, the University of Bridgeport grants about 133 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, General Studies, and Dental Hygiene/Hygienist....view more Acceptance Rate 64% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 960–1,170 Median Starting Salary $58,063
#185 #185 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. D'Youville University Buffalo, NY At D'Youville University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Physician Assistant, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and Other. In fact, D'Youville University awards 174 degrees annually to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 41 SAT Score 910–1,200 Median Starting Salary $58,921
#186 #186 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Gardner-Webb University Boiling Springs, NC At Gardner-Webb University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Community Psychology, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Gardner-Webb University awards 74 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 32 SAT Score 980–1,190 Median Starting Salary $57,835
#187 #187 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers, FL Every year, Florida Gulf Coast University awards around 285 degrees to those majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 1,040–1,210 Median Starting Salary $58,064
#188 #188 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Every year, Eastern Michigan University grants around 335 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, and Social Work....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 30 SAT Score 930–1,180 Median Starting Salary $58,237
#189 #189 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City, MO At the University of Missouri-Kansas City, the three most popular college majors students study are Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 1,060–1,330 Median Starting Salary $55,786
#190 #190 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Marshall University Huntington, WV At Marshall University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business/Commerce, General, General Studies, Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, and Other. In fact, Marshall University grants 166 degrees every year to graduating Business/Commerce, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 25 SAT Score 960–1,170 Median Starting Salary $58,505
#191 #191 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Indiana State University Terre Haute, IN At Indiana State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Construction Management, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General. In fact, Indiana State University grants 115 degrees every year to Construction Management majors....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 26 SAT Score 1,040–1,240 Median Starting Salary $58,572
#192 #192 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of New Mexico-Main Campus Albuquerque, NM At the University of New Mexico-Main Campus, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 910–1,180 Median Starting Salary $55,561
#193 #193 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Faulkner University Montgomery, AL Every year, Faulkner University awards around 110 degrees to students majoring in Business/Commerce, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 66% Annual Degrees Awarded 33 SAT Score 950–1,130 Median Starting Salary $55,440
#194 #194 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Northeastern State University Tahlequah, OK Every year, Northeastern State University awards around 133 degrees to students majoring in Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include General Studies, Accounting, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 930–1,140 Median Starting Salary $57,591
#195 #195 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Franklin Pierce University Rindge, NH At Franklin Pierce University, the most popular majors students study are Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score 1,020–1,170 Median Starting Salary $64,415
#196 #196 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Each year, West Virginia University awards about 194 degrees to students majoring in Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Exercise Physiology, and Mechanical Engineering....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 23 SAT Score 1,020–1,230 Median Starting Salary $59,385
#197 #197 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Western University of Health Sciences Pomona, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 95 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#198 #198 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Midwestern University-Glendale Glendale, AZ Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 170 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#199 #199 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Touro University Nevada Henderson, NV At Touro University Nevada, only one major is offered: Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. On average, 14 students receive a degree in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse every year. view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 75 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#200 #200 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Midwestern University-Downers Grove Downers Grove, IL Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 89 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#201 #201 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center Oklahoma City, OK Each year, the University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center awards about 343 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 70 SAT Score 1,140–1,350 Median Starting Salary $59,148
#202 #202 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science North Chicago, IL Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 66 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#203 #203 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Philadelphia, PA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 83 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#204 #204 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Medical University of South Carolina Charleston, SC At Medical University of South Carolina, only two majors are offered: Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 98% Annual Degrees Awarded 93 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,210
#205 #205 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. A T Still University of Health Sciences Kirksville, MO Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 73 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#206 #206 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Dallas, TX Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 52 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#207 #207 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston Galveston, TX At The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, only three majors are offered: Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical......view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 89 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,165
#208 #208 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center West Des Moines, IA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 58 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#209 #209 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Sullivan University Louisville, KY At Sullivan University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Business/Commerce, General, and Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 48 SAT Score 1,080–1,180 Median Starting Salary $59,213
#210 #210 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, NE At the University of Nebraska Medical Center, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer, and Dental Hygiene/Hygienist....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 71 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,163
#211 #211 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Albany Medical College Albany, NY Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 41 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#212 #212 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Baylor College of Medicine Houston, TX Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 40 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#213 #213 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Marshall B Ketchum University Fullerton, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#214 #214 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. South University-Richmond Glen Allen, VA Each year, South University-Richmond grants about 26 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Public Health, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 51% Annual Degrees Awarded 34 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#215 #215 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Eastern Virginia Medical School Norfolk, VA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 67 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#216 #216 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Red Rocks Community College Lakewood, CO At Red Rocks Community College, only two majors are offered: Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance, and Water Quality and Wastewater Treatment Management and Recycling......view more Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 31 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#217 #217 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-Shreveport Shreveport, LA At Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-Shreveport, only two majors are offered: Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist, and Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 36 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,146
#218 #218 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. South University-Tampa Tampa, FL At South University-Tampa, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Health/Health Care Administration/Management....view more Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 47 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#219 #219 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. San Juan Bautista School of Medicine Caguas, PR At San Juan Bautista School of Medicine, only one major is offered: Nursing Practice. Usually, 19 students are awarded a degree in Nursing Practice annually. view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,252
#220 #220 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions Provo, UT Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 49 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#221 #221 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science Rochester, MN Acceptance Rate 39% Annual Degrees Awarded 22 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#222 #222 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Southern California University of Health Sciences Whittier, CA At Southern California University of Health Sciences, only one major is offered: Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 46 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#223 #223 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of North Texas Health Science Center Fort Worth, TX Acceptance Rate 43% Annual Degrees Awarded 71 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#224 #224 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Salus University Elkins Park, PA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 47 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#225 #225 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania Bloomsburg, PA At Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 63 SAT Score 970–1,190 Median Starting Salary $59,213
#226 #226 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Rocky Vista University Parker, CO Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 34 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#227 #227 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Maryland, Baltimore Baltimore, MD At the University of Maryland- Baltimore, only three majors are offered: Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, and Clinical Laboratory......view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 59 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,206
#228 #228 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Lubbock, TX Every year, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center grants about 915 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 30% Annual Degrees Awarded 55 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,148
#229 #229 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. MGH Institute of Health Professions Boston, MA At MGH Institute of Health Professions, only one major is offered: Nursing Practice. On average, 174 students receive a degree in Nursing Practice every year. view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 45 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $56,898
#230 #230 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Weill Medical College of Cornell University New York, NY Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 39 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#231 #231 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio San Antonio, TX At The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (Emt Paramedic), and Dental Hygiene/Hygienist....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 41 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,204
#232 #232 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans New Orleans, LA Annually, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans awards around 236 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 24% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,184
#233 #233 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Touro University California Vallejo, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 36 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#234 #234 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Little Rock, AR At the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, the three most popular college majors students study are Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist....view more Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 37 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,199
#235 #235 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Brooklyn, NY At SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, only three majors are offered: Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, and......view more Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 42 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#236 #236 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Upstate Medical University Syracuse, NY Each year, Upstate Medical University grants about 20 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 33 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,189
#237 #237 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Morehouse School of Medicine Atlanta, GA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 29 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,213
#238 #238 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Oregon Health & Science University Portland, OR At Oregon Health & Science University, only two majors are offered: Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist....view more Acceptance Rate 66% Annual Degrees Awarded 40 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,241
#239 #239 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Samuel Merritt University Oakland, CA At Samuel Merritt University, only one major is offered: Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. On average, 511 students receive a degree in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse every year. view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 38 SAT Score 1,020–1,200 Median Starting Salary $56,709
#240 #240 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. The University of Tennessee Health Science Center Memphis, TN Each year, The University of Tennessee Health Science Center grants about 128 degrees to those studying Pharmaceutical Sciences, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 29 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,161
#241 #241 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Loma Linda University Loma Linda, CA At Loma Linda University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, and Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 39 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,176
#242 #242 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science Los Angeles, CA At Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science, only three majors are offered: Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biomedical Sciences, General, Public Health, and......view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 25 SAT Score 820–970 Median Starting Salary $59,213
#243 #243 Best College for Physician Assistant in the U.S. Rush University Chicago, IL At Rush University, only three majors are offered: Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, and Cardiovascular......view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 24 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $59,268
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About Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant programs prepare individuals to practice medicine, including diagnoses and treatment therapies, under the supervision of a physician. Includes instruction in the basic medical and clinical sciences and specialized preparation in fields such as family medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics, gynecology, general surgery, psychiatry, and behavioral medicine; the delivery of health care services to homebound patients, rural populations, and underserved populations; and community health services.

Pennsylvania awards the most Masters degrees in Physician Assistant of all US states with 1,193 degrees being awarded last year. Students wanting to major in Physician Assistant can expect around 24% percent of their fellow classmates to be men and 76% percent to be women. Most students graduating in this field earn a Masters degree. The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Physician Assistant is $85,200.

Popularity of Physician Assistant Degrees in the U.S.

This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Physician Assistant degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.

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Careers

Some top jobs related to Physician Assistant, include Physician Assistants, which have lots of job openings. Yet there are higher paying positions, like Physician Assistants. The most available position for Physician Assistant majors is Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Physician Assistant majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Physician Assistant majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students

11,542

Female Students

8,828 (76%)

Male Students

2,714 (23%)

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1,090–1,330

$60,452

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22%

84

1,410–1,510

$66,055

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80%

40

1,000–1,210