PA Programs in Minnesota: Every ARC-PA Accredited Program
All 5 ARC-PA accredited PA programs in Minnesota — 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.
Minnesota PA Programs at a Glance
| Program | Location | ARC-PA Status | Apply Via | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augsburg University | Minneapolis, MN | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
| Bethel University | St. Paul, MN | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
| College of St. Scholastica | Duluth, MN | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | University websiteARC-PA |
| Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences | Rochester, MN | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | University websiteARC-PA |
| Saint Catherine University | St. Paul, MN | Accreditation-Probation | CASPA | University websiteARC-PA |
GPA averages, acceptance rates, tuition, and patient care hour minimums are not publicly reported by most Minnesota PA programs. Do not rely on third-party estimates — verify all requirements directly with each program.
Program Profiles
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Augsburg University
Minneapolis, MN
Augsburg University holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is located in Minneapolis, MN. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Bethel University
St. Paul, MN
Bethel University holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is located in St. Paul, MN. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
College of St. Scholastica
Duluth, MN
The College of St. Scholastica holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is located in Duluth, MN. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences
Rochester, MN
Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is located in Rochester, MN, embedded within the Mayo Clinic health system. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Saint Catherine University
St. Paul, MN
Saint Catherine University currently holds Accreditation-Probation status from ARC-PA. Probation status indicates the program is not in compliance with one or more ARC-PA Standards. Applicants should verify the current accreditation status directly on the ARC-PA directory and with the program before applying. Not publicly reported — verify directly with the program.
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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