Masters of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies - LMU-Tampa Catalog

Volume II, May 19, 2026

This catalog/handbook is a supplement to the Lincoln Memorial University General Graduate Catalog, which students should consult for information on matters not covered in this document.

General Information

Heritage

Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination Policy

Unauthorized Use of a Restroom or Changing Facility

Anti-Hazing

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) - Tampa Physician Assistant (PA) Program

Accreditation

LMU-Tampa PA Program Mission Statement

LMU-Tampa PA Program Goals

Leadership, Faculty and Staff

PA Program Curriculum

Curriculum Overview and Components

Academic Calendar

Master of Medical Science (MMS) in Physician Assistant Studies

PA Program Learning Outcomes and Graduate Competencies

Admission Requirements

Prerequisite Courses

Patient Contact Hours

International Applicants

Reference Letters

English as a Secondary Language

Admissions Application Packet Components

Technical Standards and Competencies

Semester to Semester Progression

Academic/Professional Probation

Cost of Attendance

Advanced Placement Policy

Credential Awarded

Supervised Clinical Practice Experiences (SCPEs)

Clinical Site Recruitment Policy And Procedures {A3.08}

Match Process for SCPE Assignments

Clinical Rotation Sites, Housing, Transportation, and Meals

Affiliation Agreements

Clinical Rotation Sites and Preceptors: Development and Evaluation

End of Semester (EOS) Activities

Academic Policies and Procedures

Assessment of Student Performance

Summative Assessment

Dissemination of Examination Results

Grading System

Remediation Policies and Procedures {A3.14c}

Faculty Advising {A2.05 D, E, F }{A3.07}

Academic and Professionalism Curriculum and Professionalism Mentoring

Academic Conduct Policy/Examination Honor Code/Gen AI Policy

Student Grievance (Academic and Non-Academic)

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) {A3.17}

Registrar Information

Course Registration

Change of Name or Address

Student Services

Academic Support Services

Accessible Education Services {A3.07}

Financial Services {A3.10}

Veterans Benefits

Refund of Institutional Tuition

The Return of Title IV Funds (Federal)

Refund of Credit Balance

Health Services

Verification of Program Completion and Transcript Requests

Student Organizations

Professional Physician Assistant Organizations

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