Medical Science, M.M.S.

Saint Francis University offers a Master of Medical Science (MMS) degree through a collaborative agreement with various academic institutions. This degree is offered to physician assistant students enrolled in their clinical year of training who hold a bachelor’s degree.

Students will progress through the MMS program as a cohort starting when they begin their clinical rotations at their affiliated PA program.

Major Requirements

Students will progress through the MMS program as a cohort starting when they begin their clinical rotations at their affiliated PA program.

MHS 503 - Research Methodology
MHS 507 - Advanced Pharmacology
MHS 513 - Clinical Residency Project
The MMS program also requires the completion of the primary core program. This includes the successful completion of a number of clinical simulations. Once completed and competency demonstrated, the MMS Program can accept 20 credits of transferred from clinical coursework.