Welcome to the Master of Medical Science Program
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Saint Francis University
The Master of Medical Science (MMS) Program, located within the Department of Physician Assistant Sciences at Saint Francis University, provides a challenging opportunity for students of the affiliated Physician Assistant Programs to obtain graduate education concurrently with their clinical clerkship experiences. The 30-credit collaborative program between Saint Francis University and affiliated institutions is designed to enable full-time physician assistant students to complete their MMS studies in just over one year and to graduate with their MMS degree upon successful completion of their PA training.
This graduate level program is offered completely online. Students who enroll in the program must be highly motivated and organized individuals who will be able to dedicate time, during their clinical rotations, to completing course requirements. Students should anticipate spending 5-8 hours per week on MMS coursework.
Graduates of the program will have demonstrated competence in both scholarship and research and are prepared to deliver health care more effectively in a variety of clinical practice and administrative settings.
Mission Statement
The Master of Medical Science (MMS) Program at Saint Francis University offers students within affiliated physician assistant programs the opportunity to obtain graduate education in an affordable, flexible, online format. Consistent with the Franciscan tradition, the MMS Program encourages students to identify and address service needs, utilizing an evidence-based approach, while capitalizing on the student’s clinical competence. This unique strategy prepares graduates to creatively and effectively respond to complex practice issues, both now and in the future.
The MMS faculty and staff are here to assist you in any way we can.
