Where PA Clinicians Become Change Agents
The Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) program at Augsburg University is a streamlined, high-impact curriculum created by PAs, for PAs. Designed to empower you to excel in your current role and prepare for future leadership positions, this 16-month program is structured to fit seamlessly into your professional life.
Delivered in a cohort model through an asynchronous online format, the program spans 36 credits over four academic semesters. Expert interdisciplinary faculty lead the curriculum, which integrates practical, real-world application with cutting-edge knowledge and skills.
Each semester includes three focused courses, allowing you to apply core concepts to your daily professional practice immediately. Whether aiming to expand your leadership capabilities, advance in healthcare administration, or contribute to healthcare scholarship, the DMSc program equips you to lead with confidence and impact.

A doctoral degree that matters—
in just 16 months
The program's mission is to cultivate versatile professionals capable of driving positive change, ensuring inclusive healthcare environments, and implementing impactful, evidence-based practices in the healthcare field.
The curriculum is delivered by an interdisciplinary group of expert faculty and is designed to equip each student with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to excel as healthcare leaders and scholars.
Program Competencies
Our program aligns core competencies with defined learning outcomes to provide DMSc professionals with a comprehensive skill set, empowering them to excel in their roles and make a meaningful impact on the healthcare industry.
Capacity to assess and evaluate the impact of community-centered healthcare initiatives. Skill in modifying strategies to drive positive change within diverse communities, considering their unique needs.
Proficiency in ethical leadership, effective communication, decision-making, conflict resolution, and team management within healthcare settings. Ability to collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary teams to comprehensively address psychological wellness.
Competence in creating inclusive teaching strategies catering to diverse learners. Ability to design healthcare environments integrating social justice principles into practice and policy.
Proficiency in employing diverse scholarly communication modes (peer-reviewed publications, presentations, digital media) to effectively disseminate research findings in practical settings.
Capability to design and implement effective quality improvement initiatives using data-driven methodologies to enhance healthcare outcomes and drive continuous advancements.
Tuition and Financial Aid
The DMSc program is a 36-credit program over four academic semesters. Please refer to the Student Financial Services webpage for the current tuition and fees. Financial assistance including federal loans is available to degree-seeking students. If your employer provides tuition assistance, you can participate in Augsburg’s employer tuition reimbursement program.
PA Studies
Augsburg offers a 27-month-long physician assistant program focused on primary care.
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Accreditation
Augsburg University and the Doctor of Medical Science Degree is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
For a complete list of Augsburg’s accreditations, approvals, and memberships, see the listing in the Accreditation, Approvals, and Memberships section of the graduate catalog.