Advanced Placement Policy (APP)

The University of Arizona Physician Assistant (PA) Program does not grant advanced placement to any applicant or enrolled student. While the program values the diverse experiences applicants bring, including prior health care experience, all students must complete the full didactic and clinical curriculum as a cohort. This structured, sequential learning approach ensures comprehensive education and competency, with each phase building upon the previous one. By reinforcing the program’s methodologies and fostering collaboration, this model prepares graduates for the demands of entry-level PA practice.