Best Value PA Programs in Minnesota

Top 3 programs combining affordable tuition with strong PANCE pass rates

Finding a PA program that delivers strong outcomes without breaking the bank isn't easy. We ranked every PA program in Minnesota by combining tuition cost with PANCE first-time pass rates to surface the best value. Saint Catherine University tops the list with a 98.5% pass rate at $109,487 in tuition.

Across Minnesota's 5 PA programs, average tuition is $112,401. The programs below beat that average while maintaining strong graduate outcomes — that's what makes them stand out.

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Programs in State

$104,944

Lowest Tuition

98.5%

Best PANCE Rate

$112,401

Avg Tuition

How We Rank Value

Our value score measures PANCE first-time pass rate relative to tuition cost. Programs with high pass rates and lower tuition rank highest. We only include programs that report both tuition and PANCE outcome data.

Top 3 Best Value PA Programs in Minnesota

#1 Best Value98.5% PANCE rate · $109,487 tuition
Location:St. Paul, MN
Deadline:Passed Aug 1, 2026
Min GPA:3.20
Tuition:$109,487
PANCE Rate:98.5%
Accreditation:Probation
Admission:Standard
Class Size:32
#2 Best Value98% PANCE rate · $109,113 tuition
Location:Duluth, MN
Deadline:Passed Aug 1, 2026
Min GPA:3.00
Tuition:$109,113
PANCE Rate:98.0%
Accreditation:Continued
Admission:Standard
Class Size:30
#3 Best Value94% PANCE rate · $104,944 tuition
Location:St. Paul, MN
Deadline:Passed Aug 1, 2026
Min GPA:3.25
Tuition:$104,944
PANCE Rate:94.0%
Accreditation:Continued
Admission:Standard
Class Size:40

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best value PA program in Minnesota?
Based on our analysis of tuition cost and PANCE first-time pass rates, Saint Catherine University offers the best value among PA programs in Minnesota, with a 98.5% pass rate and tuition of $109,487.
Which PA programs in Minnesota have high PANCE pass rates and low tuition?
The top programs combining strong outcomes with affordable tuition in Minnesota are Saint Catherine University, College of St. Scholastica, Bethel University (MN).
How much does PA school cost in Minnesota?
The average tuition for PA programs in Minnesota is approximately $112,401. The most affordable option starts at $104,944.
What is the highest PANCE pass rate among PA programs in Minnesota?
The highest two-year average PANCE first-time pass rate among PA programs in Minnesota is 98.5%.

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