WELCOME MESSAGE FROM PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Welcome to the Tarleton State University Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Medicine.
The ARC-PA has granted Accreditation-Provisional status to the Tarleton State University Physician Assistant Medicine Program sponsored by Tarleton State University.
Accreditation-Provisional is an accreditation status granted when the plans and resource allocation, if fully implemented as planned, of a proposed program that has not yet enrolled students appear to demonstrate the program’s ability to meet the ARC-PA Standards or when a program holding Accreditation-Provisional status appears to demonstrate continued progress in complying with the Standards as it prepares for the graduation of the first class (cohort) of students. Accreditation-Provisional does not ensure any subsequent accreditation status. It is limited to no more than five years from matriculation of the first class.
The program’s accreditation history can be viewed on the ARC-PA website at https://www.arc-pa.org/accreditation-history-tarleton-state-university/.
Our program offers a dynamic academic experience rooted in excellence in Physician Assistant education — preparing clinicians who deliver exceptional healthcare and serve as leaders in addressing health disparities in rural and underserved communities.
📢 Important Program Announcement
We have an exciting update regarding our upcoming cohort start date for 2027. Visit our Important Announcements tab to learn more.
Please explore the program’s website for more information. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Wishing you all the best in your future endeavors,
Dr. Brenda Diaz, DMSc, PA-C
Founding Program Director/Associate Professor
Tarleton State University
Program Overview
The Tarleton State University Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Medicine (Tarleton MMSc-PAM) is a 27-month continuous, ongoing residential program; committed to creating an academic experience known for its excellence in Physician Assistant education and scholarly activity in establishing best practice sustainable initiatives geared towards eliminating health disparities in rural communities and beyond.
Accreditation
The ARC-PA has granted Accreditation-Provisional status to the Tarleton State University Physician Assistant Program sponsored by Tarleton State University.
Accreditation-Provisional is an accreditation status granted when the plans and resource allocation, if fully implemented as planned, of a proposed program that has not yet enrolled students appear to demonstrate the program’s ability to meet the ARC-PA Standards or when a program holding Accreditation-Provisional status appears to demonstrate continued progress in complying with the Standards as it prepares for the graduation of the first class (cohort) of students.
Accreditation-Provisional does not ensure any subsequent accreditation status. It is limited to no more than five years from matriculation of the first class.
The program’s accreditation history can be viewed on the ARC-PA website at https://www.arc-pa.org/accreditation-history-tarleton-state-university/.
Contact Us
Please email PAMadmissions@tarleton.edu for admissions related questions, all other inquiries please email PA@tarleton.edu