Physician Assistant Program
In Fall 2027, we will launch our new Masters of Physician Assistant (PA) program—an exciting addition that reflects our deep commitment to expanding access to high-quality care across the state. The PA program will prepare graduates to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care in a variety of settings. With a focus on training clinicians to serve in rural and underserved areas, the program aims to strengthen Wyoming’s healthcare infrastructure and expand access to essential services. This initiative underscores our commitment to advancing rural health, building a resilient health workforce, and contributing to Wyoming’s long-term well-being and economic vitality. It also builds on our tradition of excellence and reinforces our mission to improve health and well-being through education, service, and discovery.
OCCUPATIONAL therapy
The University of Wyoming and University of North Dakota (UND) are collaborating to transition the doctorate of occupational therapy doctorate program UND has long operated in Casper, transferring the program to the UW College of Health Sciences, ensuring continued access to this vital health care training in Wyoming. The program is fully accredited with exceptional outcomes: Recent National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy exam pass rates have ranged from 96 percent to 100 percent, and graduates report nearly 100 percent job placement within a year of completing the program. UND and UW are working to ensure this accreditation and quality continue!
Frequently Asked questions
The occupational therapy program is an existing program. If you are ready to start, please see the University of North Dakota's OT information. This program will transition to University of Wyoming management in the Fall of 2027. The physicians assistant program is under development and plans to accept its first cohort of students in the Fall of 2027.
Both the masters of physician assistant and the doctorate of occupational therapy are graduate programs. You will need to complete academic prerequisites, complete a certain amount of undergraduate coursework and gain relevant work/observational experiences prior to applying. Please contact the University of Wyoming's Pre-Health Advising Office to assess your progress and plan next steps.
The occupational therapy program is located in Casper, Wyoming in partnership with Casper College and the University of Wyoming at Casper. Location of the physician assistant program is to be determined.
The University of Wyoming provides a high quality education at an affordable tuition in friendly small towns with lower costs of living than is typical for the Mountain West. Our health care programs provide a strong rural/underserved focus that will give you the skills to take anywhere in the world and practice your chosen field!
