PA Programs in Connecticut (2026–2027)
Every accredited PA program in Connecticut — official admissions links, current ARC-PA accreditation status, and physician-led guidance for pre-PA students applying to Connecticut physician assistant programs.
Last verified: September 6, 2026 · Source: ARC-PA Entry-Level Program Directory and official university admissions websites.
Connecticut PA Programs at a Glance
Tuition, GPA averages, acceptance rates, GRE policies, patient care hour minimums, and program length are not publicly reported by most accredited PA programs in Connecticut. Do not rely on third-party estimates — verify all requirements directly with each program before applying.
| Program | Location | ARC-PA Status | Apply Via | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quinnipiac University | Hamden, CT | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | School of Health SciencesARC-PA |
| Sacred Heart University | Fairfield, CT | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | College of Health ProfessionsARC-PA |
| University of Bridgeport | Bridgeport, CT | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
| University of New Haven | West Haven, CT | Accreditation-Provisional | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
| University of Saint Joseph | West Hartford, CT | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
| Yale University — Physician Associate Program (campus-based) | New Haven, CT | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
| Yale University — Physician Assistant Online ProgramNot accepting new students — accreditation withdrawal effective September 30, 2026 | Online (Yale School of Medicine) | Accreditation-Probation — withdrawal effective September 30, 2026 | Not applicable | AdmissionsARC-PA |
Program Profiles
Dr. Tomei's Perspective
Connecticut physician associate programs are spread across the state — from Yale School of Medicine in New Haven to Sacred Heart University in Fairfield and the University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford. The six programs open to applicants for the 2026–2027 cycle all use CASPA for applications. Yale's online PA program is not accepting new students and is not listed as an application option. Before applying to any physician assistant programs in Connecticut, review each program's official admissions page for current prerequisites, deadlines, and requirements — program details change and third-party summaries are frequently outdated.
Looking for more context on your application? See our guides on PA school prerequisites in Connecticut, how to build patient care hours in Connecticut, and PA application strategy for Connecticut students. For a national view, the PA schools by state directory covers accredited programs across every state.
Quinnipiac University Physician Assistant Program
Hamden, CT
Quinnipiac University holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is located on the North Haven Health Sciences campus in Hamden, CT. Quinnipiac's interprofessional health sciences campus means PA students train alongside students in medicine, nursing, physical therapy, and occupational therapy. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Sacred Heart University Physician Assistant Program
Fairfield, CT
Sacred Heart University holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is part of the College of Health Professions and is located in Fairfield, CT. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
University of Bridgeport Physician Assistant Program
Bridgeport, CT
The University of Bridgeport holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is located in Bridgeport, CT. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
University of New Haven Physician Assistant Program
West Haven, CT
The University of New Haven holds Accreditation-Provisional status from ARC-PA. Accreditation-Provisional is granted to a qualified program that has demonstrated sufficient progress toward compliance with ARC-PA Standards. Applicants should verify the program's current status directly with ARC-PA. The program is located in West Haven, CT. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
University of Saint Joseph Physician Assistant Program
West Hartford, CT
The University of Saint Joseph holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is part of the School of Health and Natural Sciences and is located in West Hartford, CT. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Yale University Physician Associate Program
New Haven, CT
Yale University's campus-based Physician Associate Program holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is located at Yale School of Medicine in New Haven, CT, and trains students alongside Yale medical students with access to Yale New Haven Hospital and Yale's clinical faculty. Note: Yale uses the title "Physician Associate" rather than "Physician Assistant." Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Yale University Physician Assistant Online Program
Online (Yale School of Medicine)
The Yale Physician Assistant Online Program will not accept any new students for enrollment. ARC-PA has accepted the program's voluntary withdrawal from accreditation. The program remains accredited on probation through September 30, 2026, and ARC-PA will withdraw its accreditation effective September 30, 2026. This program is not an application option for the 2026–2027 cycle or any future cycle. It is listed here for historical and accreditation-record accuracy only. Sources: ARC-PA Entry-Level Program Directory; Yale School of Medicine PA Online program page.
Last verified: September 6, 2026 · Source: ARC-PA Entry-Level Program Directory and official university admissions websites. Accreditation statuses, program details, and admissions requirements change — always verify directly with each program and on the ARC-PA directory before applying.
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