A Message from Program and Department Leadership
At the Medical University of South Carolina, we are committed to developing educational programs that meet the highest standards of quality, innovation, and impact. Following thoughtful evaluation, we have made the decision to postpone the launch of the proposed Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies – Hybrid program and will not enroll a Spring 2027 cohort. Because of this postponement, MUSC has voluntarily withdrawn its application for provisional accreditation at this time.
This decision reflects our responsibility to ensure that any new program meets MUSC’s standards for academic quality, student support and long-term success. While a future launch date has not been announced, MUSC remains committed to continuing development of the hybrid PA program and will share updates as planning progresses.
We recognize the time and effort applicants have invested. MUSC will communicate directly with affected applicants and will automatically process eligible application fee refunds. Please refer to the FAQ below for additional information.
Sincerely,
Brian Sady, DMSc, PA-C,
Division Director, Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies – Hybrid
Associate Professor, College of Health Professions
Gabby Poole, DMSc, PA-C
Chair, Department of Clinical Sciences
Professor, College of Health Professions
FAQs
If you have questions that are not addressed in these FAQs, please contact chp-recruit@musc.edu.
Program leadership determined that postponing enrollment is the most responsible path to ensure the program is positioned to meet the university’s standards for quality, student support and long-term success.
No. The program will not enroll a January 2027 cohort.
No. MUSC voluntarily withdrew its application for provisional accreditation. The program will reapply for ARC-PA provisional accreditation at a future date.
No. This decision applies only to the proposed hybrid program. The residential program is fully accredited and will continue regular admissions and enrollment.
MUSC will issue refunds for both the MUSC supplemental application and the CASPA application for the hybrid program. Your residential application will remain unaffected. Please ensure you have completed both the CASPA and MUSC supplemental application to be considered for the residential program.
Yes, MUSC will provide a full refund via check for application fees paid to MUSC and fees paid to CASPA for your MUSC application. Refund processing may take up to 10 business days.
No. Refunds will be processed automatically by MUSC.
No, the future launch date and admissions timelines have not yet been determined. Updates will be shared when additional information becomes available.
MUSC remains committed to hybrid education and intends to continue development of the hybrid Physician Assistant Studies. A future launch date has not been announced.
Your hybrid program application will be closed, and no further action is required.
If you submitted your CASPA application, it will remain in your CASPA account for the entire cycle; however, it will not be considered for admission. If you have selected the program in CASPA but have not yet submitted your application, you will still see the hybrid program in your cart, and you will be unable to submit it.
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