PA Programs in Maryland: Every ARC-PA Accredited Program
All 6 ARC-PA accredited PA programs in Maryland — current accreditation status, official admissions links, and application guidance for each program.
Last verified against the ARC-PA directory: August 2026 · Source: ARC-PA Entry-Level Program Directory and official university admissions websites.
Maryland PA Programs at a Glance
| Program | Location | ARC-PA Status | Apply Via | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frostburg State University | Frostburg, MD | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | AcademicsARC-PA |
| Towson University | Towson, MD | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
| University of Maryland Baltimore | Baltimore, MD | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | AcademicsARC-PA |
| University of Maryland Eastern Shore | Princess Anne, MD | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
| Mount St. Mary's University | Emmitsburg, MD | Accreditation-Provisional | CASPA | AcademicsARC-PA |
| Notre Dame of Maryland University | Baltimore, MD | Accreditation-Provisional | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
GPA averages, acceptance rates, tuition, and patient care hour minimums are not publicly reported by most Maryland PA programs. Do not rely on third-party estimates — verify all requirements directly with each program.
Program Profiles
Dr. Tomei's Perspective
Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD
Frostburg State University holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is located in Frostburg, MD, in western Maryland. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Towson University
Towson, MD
Towson University holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is located in Towson, MD, in the Baltimore metro area. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
University of Maryland Baltimore
Baltimore, MD
The University of Maryland Baltimore holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is part of the University of Maryland School of Graduate Studies in Baltimore, MD. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Princess Anne, MD
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is located in Princess Anne, MD, on the Eastern Shore. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Mount St. Mary's University
Emmitsburg, MD
Mount St. Mary's University holds Accreditation-Provisional status from ARC-PA. Accreditation-Provisional is an accreditation status granted by ARC-PA 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 Emmitsburg, MD. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Notre Dame of Maryland University
Baltimore, MD
Notre Dame of Maryland University holds Accreditation-Provisional status from ARC-PA. Accreditation-Provisional is an accreditation status granted by ARC-PA 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 Baltimore, MD. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Last verified against the ARC-PA directory: August 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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