Program Outcomes

Together, we’ve got this: preparing you to be a physician assistant

The IU Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) program is designed to help you succeed as a physician assistant (PA). After graduation, you will be ready to take the national certifying exam necessary to become a licensed PA and have the competencies to practice health care.

A closer look at our program outcomes

PANCE performance

IU MPAS students exceed the national pass rate on the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE).

Graduation statistics

We track statistics such as graduation rates, attrition rates, and placement rates for our most recent graduating class.

Program competencies

The profession has defined the knowledge, skills, and attitudes expected of entry-level PAs at the time of graduation.