Our Phoenix Campus
Join an inclusive student community at our Phoenix campus.
Our newly established Phoenix campus, with the second floor built specifically for PA program students, is designed to provide an exceptional learning environment. With innovative labs and advanced clinical training equipment, you’ll be equipped with the tools and knowledge needed for success as a PA.
Phoenix Campus
Contact Information
Address
20410 N 19th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85027
Toll Free:
877.751.5783
Hours of Operation
Mon - Fri: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Phoenix MPAS FAQs
Where is the Phoenix campus?
The Chamberlain Phoenix campus is located in North Phoenix, Arizona, in the Deer Valley area, offering easy access from both the 17 and 101 freeways. The campus also provides ample free parking, making it a hassle-free experience for those commuting by car.
Is Chamberlain’s Phoenix campus state-of-the-art?
The Phoenix Chamberlain MPAS program is recognized as state-of-the-art, featuring cutting-edge facilities and advanced technology designed to offer PA students an immersive, hands-on learning experience.
How many students are in the Phoenix campus MPAS program?
The planned cohort size for the Phoenix campus MPAS program is for a maximum of 50 students, however, this will be confirmed by the accrediting body ARC-PA. This maximum cohort size is designed to ensure a high-quality educational experience, with the ability to provide tailored support and resources to each student as they progress through the program.
Does the MPAS program provide housing at clinical sites?
No. Chamberlain makes every effort to place students as close as possible to the campus location and/or as geographically accessible as possible, however, the MPAS is a specialized program, and some clinical clerkship sites may be located a significant distance from the campus. Students should note that significant travel may be required, and that they may be required to secure temporary housing near their clinical site to complete clinical learning experiences. Students are expected to attend clinical clerkships at the site assigned to them. Clinical site locations vary; contact the MPAS clinical coordinator for additional information. Students are responsible for obtaining their own housing for the clinical year unless housing is provided by the clinical site.
PA Program Requirement FAQs
What prerequisites are required?
The following courses are required to have been completed within the last 10 years with a grade of C or better for our PA program in Arizona:
| Area of Study | Courses | Semester Credit Hours |
| Biology (choose one) | General Biology – with lab Genetics – with lab Cell Biology – with lab Molecular Biology – with lab Immunology – with lab | 3 |
Anatomy & Physiology (choose one) | Human Anatomy and Physiology Human Anatomy - with lab and Human Physiology – lab optional | 8 |
| Microbiology | Microbiology – with lab | 3 |
| Chemistry (choose one) | Biochemistry – lab preferred Organic Chemistry I – with lab | 3 |
| Statistics (choose one) | Statistics Biostatistics | 3 |
Psychology (choose one) | General Psychology Developmental Psychology | 3 |
Are there any groups that will be given preference in admission?
With limited seats available, applicants who meet the following criteria may have an advantage for our PA school in Phoenix:
- 300+ hours of clinical healthcare experience
- 16+ hours shadowing a physician assistant
- Military or veterans
- Chamberlain students and alumni
- Resident of a designated medically underserved area
We encourage you to apply early to secure a spot. Request information to get started.
Does the Phoenix PA program offer Advanced Placement?
The Chamberlain University — Phoenix Master of Physician Assistant Studies Program does not offer Advanced Placement.
MPAS Program Performance, Goals and Outcomes
Program Performance
Goals and Program Competencies
View Chamberlain’s Master of Physician Assistant Studies program goals and outcomes.
Exam Performance (PANCE)
The Chamberlain University - Phoenix MPAS program will publish first-time pass rates after graduation of first cohort in Fall of 2028.
Attrition
The Chamberlain University - Phoenix MPAS program has not yet enrolled students. Attrition rates will be published after the first class is enrolled.
MPAS Policies
There are three documents that include the policies, procedures, rules, and regulations that apply to physician assistant students regarding academic, professional, and behavioral performance. These include the Chamberlain University Academic Catalog, the Master of Physician Assistant Studies Student Handbook and the Master of Physician Assistant Studies Clinical Handbook.
Taken as a whole, these documents should provide the student with the guidance necessary to thrive in Chamberlain’s physician assistant program. The program policies apply to all students, principal faculty, instructional faculty, Program Director, and Medical Director regardless of location. During the clinical year, it is possible that certain program policies will be superseded by those at the clinical site.
See a list of our Master of Physician Assistant Studies program policies.
Meet the Faculty
Learn from experienced healthcare educators
Fran Angerer-Fuenzalida PhD, MPH, PA-C
Executive Dean, Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) Degree Program
Jed Grant
Program Director, Master Of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) Degree Program – Phoenix Campus
Jon Caldwell
Medical Director, Master Of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) Degree Program – Phoenix Campus
Christopher Lewis
Assistant Professor, MPAS Degree Program
Steve De Francis
Assistant Professor, MPAS Degree Program
Accreditation
Learn more about accreditation and approvals
Chamberlain University-Phoenix has applied for Accreditation - Provisional from the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA). Chamberlain University-Phoenix anticipates matriculating its first class in September 2026, pending achieving Accreditation - Provisional status at the April 2026 ARC-PA meeting. Accreditation - Provisional is an accreditation status granted when the plans and resource allocation, if fully implemented as planned, of a proposed program that has not yet enrolled students appear to demonstrate the program’s ability to meet the ARC-PA Standards or when a program holding accreditation-provisional status appears to demonstrate continued progress in complying with the Standards as it prepares for the graduation of the first class (cohort) of students.
If ARC-PA withholds accreditation at its April 2026 commission meeting, Chamberlain University will cease recruitment of students and will not enroll students in the MPAS-PHX program during the September 2026 session. Chamberlain will inform prospective students offered admission that they will not be enrolled and will refund their deposits. CASPA application fees will not be refunded to applicants by Chamberlain University or by CASPA.