Department of Physician Assistant

For more than 50 years, Western Michigan University's Physician Assistant program has prepared highly skilled, compassionate clinicians to meet the growing health care needs of communities across Michigan and the nation.

Through a combination of rigorous classroom instruction and immersive clinical rotations, students gain the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to provide exceptional patient care in a variety of settings. Philanthropic support helps expand clinical learning opportunities, invest in state-of-the-art training resources, and reduce financial barriers for students, ensuring graduates are ready to make an immediate impact in the lives of their patients.