Rochester Institute of Technology PA Program: Requirements, Tuition & Stats
Who This Program May Be A Good Fit For
More forgiving on GPA: The average accepted overall GPA (3) is in the lower quarter nationally, which makes this a realistic target for applicants whose numbers are the weakest part of their file.
Longer runway: At 60 months, this is a longer program than average. Check whether the extra time buys a dual degree, a bridge/undergraduate component, or additional clinical time.
Higher cost: In-state tuition of $226,220 is in the most expensive quarter nationally. Worth weighing against your expected starting salary and loan burden.
Ask about board prep: The reported first-time PANCE pass rate is 82%. That is below the national average, a fair question to ask on interview day is what remediation and board prep look like.
Recency matters: Prerequisites expire after 5 years. Older science coursework may need to be retaken.
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Program Details
Rochester Institute of Technology is located in New York. The details below come straight from the program and are re-checked on a rolling basis.
At a glance
Location: New York
Institution type: Private
Program length: 60 months
Class size: 33 students
Start month: September
Application deadline: December
Rolling admissions: No
In-state tuition: $226,220
Average overall GPA: 3
Average science GPA: 3
Minimum overall GPA: 3
Minimum science GPA: 3
First-time PANCE pass rate: 82%
Accreditation status: Continued
Admission requirements
GRE: No
TOEFL (international applicants): Yes
Supplemental application: Yes
Shadowing: Recommended
Interview format: Traditional
Prerequisites
Prerequisite expiration: 5 years
AP or CLEP credit accepted: Yes
Pass/Fail coursework accepted: No
Required coursework
must complete the BS program with Rochester
Cost
In-state tuition: $226,220
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Program Contact
Program website: Rochester Institute of Technology
Admissions page: Admissions information
Prerequisite details: Prerequisite coursework
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 585-475-2411
Address: 1 Lomb Memorial Drive, Rochester, NY 14623
Program information last verified June 24, 2026. Requirements change, always confirm directly with the program before applying.
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