All 11 ARC-PA accredited PA programs in Tennessee — 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.
| Program | Location | ARC-PA Status | Apply Via | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Memorial University | Harrogate, TN | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
| Lincoln Memorial University–Knoxville | Knoxville, TN | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
| Lipscomb University | Nashville, TN | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
| Milligan University | Milligan, TN | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
| South College–Knoxville | Knoxville, TN | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
| South College–Nashville | Nashville, TN | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
| University of Tennessee Health Science Center–Memphis | Memphis, TN | Accreditation-Continued | CASPA | University websiteARC-PA |
| Meharry Medical College | Nashville, TN | Accreditation-Provisional | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
| Middle Tennessee State University | Murfreesboro, TN | Accreditation-Provisional | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
| Bethel University | McKenzie, TN | Accreditation-Probation | CASPA | AdmissionsARC-PA |
| Trevecca Nazarene University | Nashville, TN | Accreditation-Probation | CASPA | University websiteARC-PA |
GPA averages, acceptance rates, tuition, and patient care hour minimums are not publicly reported by most Tennessee PA programs. Do not rely on third-party estimates — verify all requirements directly with each program.
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Harrogate, TN
Lincoln Memorial University (Harrogate campus) holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. This is a separate ARC-PA-accredited program from the Lincoln Memorial University–Knoxville program. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Knoxville, TN
Lincoln Memorial University–Knoxville holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. This is a separate ARC-PA-accredited program from the Lincoln Memorial University (Harrogate) program. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Nashville, TN
Lipscomb University holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is located in Nashville, TN. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Milligan, TN
Milligan University holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is located in Milligan, TN. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Knoxville, TN
South College–Knoxville holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. This is a separate ARC-PA-accredited program from the South College–Nashville program. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Nashville, TN
South College–Nashville holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. This is a separate ARC-PA-accredited program from the South College–Knoxville program. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Memphis, TN
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center–Memphis holds Accreditation-Continued status from ARC-PA. The program is part of the College of Health Professions in Memphis, TN. Verify all current admissions requirements, prerequisites, program length, and tuition directly with the program before applying.
Nashville, TN
Meharry Medical College 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.
Murfreesboro, TN
Middle Tennessee State 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.
McKenzie, TN
Bethel University currently holds Accreditation-Probation status from ARC-PA. Accreditation-Probation is a temporary accreditation status assigned by ARC-PA. Applicants should review the current ARC-PA record and contact the program directly before applying. Not publicly reported — verify directly with the program.
Nashville, TN
Trevecca Nazarene University currently holds Accreditation-Probation status from ARC-PA. Accreditation-Probation is a temporary accreditation status assigned by ARC-PA. Applicants should review the current ARC-PA record and contact the program directly 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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