Physician Assistant Studies, M.S.

Accreditation Status

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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.

The Lenoir-Rhyne PA Studies program will not commence in the event that provisional accreditation is not received, and the enrollment deposit will be refunded in full.

Program Outcomes

First-time PANCE pass rates and student attrition information forthcoming.

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News & Events

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ӣ�� to celebrate the Class of 2025 in May commencement ceremonies

Lenoir-Rhyne will honor the Class of 2025 with commencement ceremonies in Columbia on May 8, Hickory on May 9 and Asheville on May 10.

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Lenoir-Rhyne offers support and a path forward for Limestone and St. Andrews students

ӣ�� is saddened by the news of the Limestone University and St. Andrews University closures. LR is dedicated to providing a path forward for affected students.

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