ACHE School of Physician Associate Practice

Our Mission

The mission of the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education Physician Associate (PA) program is to graduate, clinically proficient, and community-focused PAs, prepared to serve as regional and national leaders.

Live & Learn

in the Natural State

Our 102,000 square-foot facility is located in Fort Smith, the second largest city in Arkansas.
The building features state-of-the-art technology in a scenic, natural setting.
Spend time in one of our outdoor study spaces or take a break and enjoy the natural state on one of the nearby biking and hiking trails.

The ACHE Difference

Physician Associates Committed to Service at the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education, we prepare physician associates to lead with compassion, clinical excellence, and a commitment to serving others. Through rigorous academic training, hands-on clinical experiences, and a mission-driven approach to healthcare, our graduates are equipped to improve patient outcomes and expand access to quality care in the communities that need it most.

Whether practicing in primary care, specialty medicine, rural health, or underserved settings, our physician associates are dedicated to making a meaningful difference—one patient, one family, and one community at a time.

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Get the information you need to get started.

Admission Requirements

Learn about the academic requirements for starting your journey at PA.

Apply to PA

Take the first step towards becoming an osteopathic physician.

CASPA Application

CASPA simplifies the process of applying to osteopathic medical school.

Physician Associates Committed to Service

Preparing compassionate healthcare leaders through innovative education, clinical excellence, and a commitment to serving diverse and underserved communities with patient-centered care.

News & Events

Student Doctor Jihad has been elected first vice chair of the Council of Osteopathic Student Government Presidents (COSGP) national board, becoming the first ARCOM student to serve at the national level.
As Dean, Dr. Loyke will oversee ARCOM’s academic program, faculty development, and strategic initiatives that support ARCOM’s mission to educate and train compassionate, skilled physicians who serve communities in need.

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7000 Chad Colley Blvd.
Fort Smith, AR 72916
479-308-2243

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