The Logan University PA Program requires that all applicants complete at least a bachelors degree from a United States accredited institution before September 1, prior to matriculation to the Logan University PA Program.

Foreign medical graduates, who are US Citizens or hold Permanent Resident status can apply to our program. However, the Logan University PA Program traditionally requires at least one full year of course work in the sciences being completed within the past 2 years from a US institution.

The Logan University PA Program requires that all pre-requisite courses are completed within 10 years of applying to the program. Specific questions can be sent to the Logan University Admissions Department at email address pa-admissions@logan.edu

Prerequisite Coursework:

• General Chemistry I with lab
• Organic Chemistry I with lab
• General Biology I with lab
• Basic (lower level 100-200) Human Anatomy with lab*
• Basic (lower level 100-200) Human Physiology*
• Microbiology with lab
• Psychology
• Upper-Level (300 – 400) Human Science Course
• (such as Human Anatomy, Physiology, Pathophysiology, Embryology, Genetics, Pharmacotherapeutics, Pharmacology)
• Medical Terminology

* Combined Human Anatomy and Physiology (A&P) courses may be accepted to satisfy both Human Anatomy and Human Physiology requirements if students complete a 2-semester series with lab included. (ex: A&P with lab 101/201 AND A&P with lab 102/202).

Recommended Coursework:

While these courses are not specifically required, they provide a solid foundation for the study of medicine.

• One or more upper-level human science courses (such as Human Anatomy, Physiology, Pathophysiology, Embryology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Pharmacotherapeutics, Pharmacology)
  • Only courses with a grade of “B” or higher will be considered
• Statistics
• Physics
• Pharmacology/Pharmacotherapeutics

Notes regarding prerequisites:

• All prerequisite courses must be completed within 10 years (science courses preferably within 5 years).
• All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better (not C minus). A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is still required.
• Applicants may have no more than TWO outstanding prerequisite courses upon application. All prerequisite coursework must be completed by September 1 (before January matriculation).
• Official transcripts must be submitted to the program by November 1 before January matriculation.
• All prerequisites must be completed with a grade option (no pass/fail).
• Any letter of acceptance issued prior to the completion of the entirety of the prerequisites is conditional and will be withdrawn if the courses are not completed in time or if the course grade is below C.

The Logan University PA Program requires that applicants have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher on a traditional 4.00 scale. (A=4.00)

The overall cumulative GPA is calculated from ALL courses taken at the collegiate level, no matter when the courses were completed.  The Logan University PA Program will determine what courses are calculated into a Cumulative GPA.

Preference will be given to applicants with an overall GPA > 3.20, with higher GPAs receiving increased consideration.

Applicants must have a Pre-requisite GPA of a 3.00 or higher on a 4.00 scale (A=4.00).  The Logan University PA Program requires that all pre-requisite courses are completed within 10 years of applying to the program. Specific questions can be sent to the Logan University Admissions Department at email address pa-admissions@logan.edu

• Preference will be given to applicants with a pre-requisite GPA exceeding 3.2, and higher GPAs will receive increased consideration.
• Preference will be given to applicants who have completed multiple upper-level human science courses with a grade of “B” or higher.

Direct patient health care experience hours are determined by the Logan University PA Program. The Logan University PA Program requires a minimum of 500 hours of direct patient health care experience.

Direct Patient Care Examples (could include but are not limited to):

• CNA, MA, LPN, RN, DC, PT, PTA, OT, OTA, EMT, military corpsman, paramedic, respiratory therapist, speech therapist, surgical technician, phlebotomist, radiology technician, athletic trainer, medical scribe.
• The experience can be traditional paid employment or research experience. Hours obtained as a student (for credit or certification) will not be counted toward the 500-hour minimum.
  • Supervised clinical residencies or fellowships (direct patient care) in professional training programs may be considered.
• Increased consideration will be given to those with >500 hours of direct patient care, or those with independent or degree-level practice (ex: EMT, BSN, etc.) 

If you have questions about how your direct patient healthcare experiences would be evaluated by the Logan University PA Program, please contact the Logan University Admission Department at email address: pa-admissions@logan.edu

Three letters of recommendation must be submitted. References should highlight the qualities that would make you an excellent PA and enable you to handle the rigors of PA school.

Who should write your letters of recommendation?

• One letter must be from a professor, academic advisor, research mentor, or collegiate coach who can speak to your academic potential.
• We recommend at least one letter from a medical provider (PA/MD/DO/NP) who supervised you in a paid or volunteer clinical position.
• Letters from immediate family members or friends are not acceptable.

An international student seeking admission to Logan University must provide the following documentation in addition to all other admissions requirements:

• Documentation of English proficiency is required of all international applicants unless the applicant has earned a degree from an accredited University in any country whose primary national language is English.
  • Accepted forms of documentation include:
    • Successful completion of a prior degree at the baccalaureate level or higher delivered and assessed in English (either in the United States or as determined by U.S. equivalencies); or
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score; or
      • TOEFL score of 500 or higher on paper- based exams.
      • TOEFL score of 79 or higher on the iBT Test (sub- scores: Writing 18, Listening 21, Reading 21, and Speaking 19)
    • International English Language Testing System; or
      • Score of 6.5 or higher
    • Duolingo Test
      • Score of 110 or higher
• Transcript Evaluation for Admissions
  • When applying for a degree program, applicants with degrees earned outside the U.S. must complete all of the admission standards outlined for the degree program in which the student is applying; additionally transcripts from the degree(s) earned must be evaluated for U.S. equivalence by an international evaluator whom is a current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), and an official copy of the evaluation must be sent from the service directly to Logan University. Logan University does not require third party transcript evaluations for admissions for students transferring from Canadian providences where English is the major language. However, all international transcripts (including those from Canada) must be evaluated by a member of NACES if a student wishes to be considered for transfer credit.
  • In the event the program for which the student is applying has specific course pre-requisites, the evaluation must include a course-by-course evaluation.
    • Only those science courses that are specifically identified as laboratory courses in some way in the course-by-course evaluation may be counted toward science laboratory pre-requisite requirements.
    • Applications will not be complete and cannot be verified until the official documents are received by the evaluating organization.

For questions about Logan’s international applicant policy, contact: pa-admissions@logan.edu

Logan PA will give special consideration to applicants who are:

• Veterans
• Logan Graduates
• Low socioeconomic status (those with fewer resources for education, health, and social services)
• Educational disadvantaged background (those from rural or inner-city with limited access to educational opportunities or experiences barriers to academic success)

Interview Session Information

Logan University PA Program tries to ensure the interview experience is informative and welcoming. The Interview Process will consist of the following aspects:

• Program Information Session
• Multi-modal activities
• Faculty Interview Sessions
• Campus Tour
• Financial Aid Information

The Logan University PA Program offers interviews on a rolling basis. Decisions regarding admission will be made and students notified in August. Please remember that candidates selected for an interview are not automatically admitted into the program.  Candidates who meet admission selection criteria will be offered admission on a rolling basis.  The admissions process will continue until the end of the interview cycle. Once class capacity is reached, additional candidates from the interview cycle will be placed on our ranked Alternate List. If a spot becomes available from the time of admission through the start of classes, the PA Program Admission Committee will review all candidates on the Alternate List and select the top-ranked alternate candidate.  

Logan University is dedicated to cultivating highly proficient and empathetic Physician Assistants (PAs). Enrollment in our program presupposes a requisite level of cognitive and technical proficiency. Successful mastery of the program’s competencies culminates in the attainment of a Master of Medical Science Degree in Physician Assistant.

The PA Program is committed to identifying candidates and students who are best positioned to address societal needs and graduate as adept and capable PAs. Technical standards are used to assess the nonacademic qualifications of applicants and matriculating students. In conjunction with the academic standards, the following technical standards are requirements for admission, promotion, and graduation.

For admission, the program will consider applicants who demonstrate the ability to acquire the knowledge necessary for the practice of medicine, as well as the ability to perform skills as described in this document. Evaluation of candidates/students encompasses not only academic achievements but also an assessment of their physical and emotional aptitude to fulfill the comprehensive requirements of the program’s curriculum and emerge as proficient clinicians.

PA candidates and students must meet all technical standards upon admission and throughout the program. These standards ensure that all students can fully engage in the educational process and provide safe, effective patient care. Logan University and the PA program are committed to student success and patient safety, recognizing that these requirements may be met with or without reasonable accommodations.

The use of intermediaries (such as personal aids, assistants, caregivers, readers, or interpreters) is deemed unacceptable due to concerns regarding patient privacy, independent task completion, and direct patient interaction, particularly during clinical training. This requirement ensures that PA students can independently perform essential functions, preserving the integrity of patient care and the educational process.

Candidates and students must demonstrate fundamental cognitive, physical, and professional capabilities essential for PA practice. The intellectual demands require the ability to effectively learn, analyze, and integrate complex medical information while applying critical thinking to clinical problem-solving. Students must process and synthesize multiple sources of information simultaneously to support sound clinical decisions. Physical and motor skills must be sufficient to safely perform patient care activities and clinical procedures while maintaining the stamina required for extended clinical and academic work.

Professional competence requires the ability to build and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients while working collaboratively within healthcare teams. Students must consistently demonstrate empathy, sensitivity, and mature judgment in patient interactions. The demanding nature of PA education and practice requires effective stress management skills, including the ability to function under time pressure and in high-stress environments while maintaining performance quality during long academic and clinical days. Students must adapt readily to rapidly changing situations and environments.

Clinical decision-making abilities must encompass appropriate application of medical knowledge to patient care, accurate interpretation of clinical information, and sound judgment across various medical settings and situations. Students must recognize their limitations and seek appropriate assistance when needed. These integrated capabilities ensure that candidates can fulfill the rigorous demands of PA education and provide safe, effective patient care. While these standards are essential requirements for program completion and clinical practice, students may achieve them with or without reasonable accommodations.

Candidates and students must not engage in substance abuse or be dependent on alcohol, controlled substances, or other mind-altering drugs. They must refrain from using any substances, whether legal or illegal, that could impair their clinical judgment, response time, cognitive function, or decision-making abilities. This requirement ensures patient safety and maintains the high standards of professional practice expected in healthcare settings.

Logan University recognizes its responsibility to provide equal access opportunities for persons with disabilities, under section 504 of the Rehabilitation act of 1973 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities act of 1990 as amended (2008). The staff and faculty work together to ensure students with disabilities have equal access to educational experiences. Logan makes reasonable academic adjustments for qualified individuals with disabilities, as required by law. Any qualified applicant or student with a disability may request a reasonable academic adjustment in order to perform the academic and technical standards requisite to admissions and/or participation in the educational program and activities. Logan University adheres to our obligations for reasonable accommodations while maintaining the essential functions required for safe and effective clinical practice.

A requested accommodation will not be granted where the accommodation requires a fundamental alteration of the program requirements. Some accommodations that are appropriate in for academic work may not be appropriate in assessing clinical competency requirements. For example, extended time on a written exam may be an appropriate reasonable accommodation, but allowing extended time in the performance of time-sensitive clinical competencies may be a fundamental alteration of program requirements, and therefore not a reasonable accommodation. Certain time-critical skills, including but not limited to, the performance of CPR and emergency response, are essential functions in the PA role and must meet the same standards required in patient care settings.  An accommodation that would change the standards applied to these time-critical skills may be a fundamental alteration of the PA program requirements.

The initial step in requesting accommodations is to complete the Disability Notification and Accommodation Request Form. It is the responsibility of individuals with disabilities to inform Logan of their needs, and to provide documentation of the disability such that we may engage in an interactive process regarding each student’s request.