PA Programs in Missouri: Every ARC-PA Accredited Program
All 5 ARC-PA accredited PA programs in Missouri — 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.
Missouri PA Programs at a Glance
| Program | Location | ARC-PA Status | Apply Via | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri State University | Springfield, MO | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | University websiteARC-PA |
| Saint Louis University | St. Louis, MO | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | Doisy College of Health SciencesARC-PA |
| Stephens College | Columbia, MO | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
| University of Missouri–Kansas City | Kansas City, MO | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
| Drury University | Springfield, MO | Accreditation-Provisional | CASPA | Graduate ProgramsARC-PA |
GPA averages, acceptance rates, tuition, and patient care hour minimums are not publicly reported by most Missouri PA programs. Do not rely on third-party estimates — verify all requirements directly with each program.
Program Profiles
Dr. Tomei's Perspective
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO
Missouri State University holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is located in Springfield, MO. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Saint Louis University
St. Louis, MO
Saint Louis University holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is part of the Doisy College of Health Sciences in St. Louis, MO. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Stephens College
Columbia, MO
Stephens College holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is located in Columbia, MO. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
University of Missouri–Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
The University of Missouri–Kansas City holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is part of the School of Medicine in Kansas City, MO. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Drury University
Springfield, MO
Drury 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. 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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