GPA and Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination Performance Among Physician Assistant Students With Disability Accommodations

These results echo national data from undergraduate students, and medical students, namely that PA students with disability accommodations have lower GPAs and lower scores on the PANCE compared with their nonaccommodated peers. Recognizing this trend is an essential step in identifying areas for improvement as the academic community strives to support the success of diverse students, while ensuring excellent training and preparation for the workforce.