Our Mission

The compelling purpose of Presbyterian College Physician Assistant Studies Program, as part of a church-related college, is to develop within the framework of the Christian faith the medical, mental, moral, physical, and spiritual capacities of each student in preparation for a lifetime of service to our patients and those in need in our society.

In order to fulfill our mission, our top priority is the creation of an environment and opportunities that stimulate our faculty, students, and practitioners to learn, maintain, and expand upon the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to meet the health care needs of the patients they serve.

Medical – Knowledge & Application

For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul. Discretion will protect you, and understanding will guard you.” Proverbs 2:10-11

Mental – Resilience & Life Balance

“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” 2 Timothy 12:7

Moral – Honesty & Integrity

“While we live, we serve” PC Motto

Spiritual – Faith & Hope

“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in various forms.” 1 Peter 4:10

Physical – Fun & Fitness

“Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God?  You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So, glorify God in your body.” 2 Corinthians 6:19-20

Our Vision

Our vision is to be a national leader in physician assistant education, scholarship, and service. Our faculty and graduates will be recognized as servant leaders in their communities.

Our Values

  • Quality education
  • Culture of service
  • Commitment to scholarship
  • Integrity
  • Teamwork
Experience Grad PC

Join us for our Fall open house for the graduate programs on Saturday, November 23.

Visit PC

To schedule a visit or learn more, please contact:

Josh Tyson
Director of Graduate Enrollment
jhtyson@presby.edu
864-938-3746

The Admissions Office is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. 

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Accreditation

The Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA) has granted Accreditation-Continued status to the Presbyterian College Physician Assistant Studies Program sponsored by Presbyterian College. Accreditation-Continued is an accreditation status granted when a currently accredited program is in compliance with the ARC-PA Standards.

Accreditation remains in effect until the program closes or withdraws from the accreditation process or until accreditation is withdrawn for failure to comply with the Standards. The approximate date for the next validation review of the program by the ARC-PA will be September 2033. The review date is contingent upon continued compliance with the Accreditation Standards and ARC-PA policy.

The program’s accreditation history can be viewed on the ARC-PA website.

Presbyterian College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Presbyterian College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.

Questions about the accreditation of Presbyterian College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).