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Everything you need to choose a physician assistant training program in South Dakota: state requirements, licensing costs, expected timelines, and salary data.
Median Salary
$128,130
in South Dakota
Licensing Fees
$1,763
gov't fees only
Timeline
2.6 years – 3.1 years
to licensed
Job Outlook
+21.3%
Very High DemandPANCE (Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination) — National pass rate: 92%
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Compare approved training programs and find one that fits your schedule and budget. South Dakota physician assistants earn a median salary of $128,130.
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South Dakota Median
$128,130
National Median
$133,260
South Dakota pays 4% below the national median.
Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024
Government licensing fees in South Dakota typically range from $1,763. This includes application fees, exam fees, and initial licensing fees. Education and training program costs are additional.
The total time from starting education to receiving your license is typically 2.6 years – 3.1 years in South Dakota, including education, exam preparation, and application processing.
The median annual salary for a physician assistant in South Dakota is $128,130, compared to the national median of $133,260 (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
South Dakota requires the PANCE (Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination) with a national pass rate of 92%. Approved education programs will prepare you for this exam.
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Salary data from BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. Licensing costs derived from official South Dakota licensing board data. Timelines include education, examination, and application processing. Individual program costs and durations may vary. Always verify requirements with the state licensing authority.