This program offers a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies degree in a 28 consecutive month curriculum. The program is accredited by the ARC-PA, which means the program meets the defined standards.  Our ultimate goal is to graduate high quality and compassionate PAs who will successfully pass their certification exam and then serve their patients and their communities with pride.

The PA profession continues to be an important part of the teamwork required in improving healthcare in the US. Multiple publications and the US government continually produce articles and reports that demonstrate the value of PAs and the continuing need for more physician assistants in the future.

The Clarkson PA Program is located in Clarkson Hall at 59 Main Street in the village of Potsdam. Clarkson is the highest rated research university of its size in New York State.  The PA program benefits from the expertise of its faculty and local health care providers. We utilize clinical sites in St. Lawrence and surrounding counties. Our class size is small, so you will not be lost in the shuffle of a large classroom.