Join the Future of Healthcare at Drury University’s PA Program!
Our program’s mission is to educate students to become physician assistants who are innovative leaders in the profession, practice evidence-based medicine, and are dedicated to facilitating healthy futures for the residents of southwest Missouri and beyond.
We are a 27-month program with a maximum class size of 40 students. The Didactic phase is 14 months and includes traditional lectures across all organ systems, a cadaver lab, problem-based learning, point of care ultrasound, procedural skills, and more. The Clinical phase includes seven core rotations and two elective rotations.
Located in the heart of the Ozarks, Springfield, MO offers many opportunities for outdoor adventure and exploration. The cost of living in this area is significantly lower than the national average.
What Makes Us Unique?
Clinical Leadership Course – Develop the skills to lead in an evolving healthcare landscape. Customized Capstone Project – Pursue your passion with a tailored research or clinical initiative. Faculty with combined 200 Years of Diverse Clinical Experience – Learn from seasoned professionals dedicated to your success. Brand-New Facilities & Dedicated Study Spaces – Train in state-of-the-art labs and classrooms designed for student collaboration and success. Location Advantage – Springfield, MO offers affordable cost of living. Enjoy the natural beauty of the Ozarks with endless opportunities for outdoor adventures.
A 27-Month Journey to Your Future – Our dynamic curriculum blends traditional lectures, hands-on clinical experiences, and cutting-edge technology to prepare you for real-world patient care.
14-Month Didactic Phase – Engage in organ system-based learning, a full dissection cadaver lab (5:1 student ratio), problem- based learning, point-of-care ultrasound, and procedural skills training.
Clinical Training That Sets You Apart – Gain real-world experience through seven core rotations and two elective rotations, allowing you to tailor your education to your career interests.
At Drury, we don’t just train physician assistants—we develop leaders who will shape the future of healthcare. Are you ready to make an impact?
Apply today and take the next step toward your career as a PA!
The ARC-PA has granted Accreditation-Provisional status to the Drury University Physician Assistant Program sponsored by Drury University.
Accreditation-Provisional is an accreditation status granted when the plans and resource allocation, if fully implemented as planned, of a proposed program that has not yet enrolled students appear to demonstrate the program’s ability to meet the ARC-PA Standards or when a program holding Accreditation-Provisional status appears to demonstrate continued progress in complying with the Standards as it prepares for the graduation of the first class (cohort) of students.
Accreditation-Provisional does not ensure any subsequent accreditation status. It is limited to no more than five years from matriculation of the first class.
The program’s accreditation history can be viewed on the ARC-PA website.
Address: 729 N Drury Lane, Springfield, MO, 65802
