The Department of Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) provides an outstanding educational opportunity for individuals eager to pursue a career in health care. With the increasing demand for clinicians in Nevada, our program equips students with training in key skills, empowering students to make a significant impact on patient care and community health.
We are dedicated to enhancing health care access for all Nevadans by training adaptable, community-focused clinicians, guided by our vision, mission and program goals.
We monitor student attrition closely to ensure the success of our cohorts, with detailed statistics available on the graduation rates and attrition rates for recent classes.
We prepare students for success on the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE), with detailed performance statistics available.
Accreditation (ARC-PA Standard 5th A3.12a)
The Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA) has granted Accreditation-Continued status to the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine Physician Assistant Studies Program sponsored by University of Nevada, Reno. Accreditation-Continued is an accreditation status granted when a currently accredited program is in compliance with the ARC-PA Standards.
Accreditation remains in effect until the program closes or withdraws from the accreditation process or until accreditation is withdrawn for failure to comply with the Standards. The approximate date for the next validation review of the program by the ARC-PA will be June 2033. The review date is contingent upon continued compliance with the Accreditation Standards and ARC-PA policy.
The program’s accreditation history can be viewed on the ARC-PA website.
With a diverse range of expertise and experience, our dedicated faculty and staff are committed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in their future health care careers.