As you probably know, there isn't much admissions advice out there geared to PA applicants. Here's to increasing the resources available for applicants to this rapidly growing field!

1. 10 Tips for
Acceptance to a
Physician Assistant (PA)
Program

2. An Accepted Admissions Guide
By Alicia Nimonkar

3. Review the CASPA Application
BEFORE you apply as part of
your preparation.

4. After identifying the
programs that you want to
apply to, check each
individual program’s
requirements because they
vary.

5. Make sure your
recommenders meet the
recommender requirements
for the schools you are
applying to and request the
letters of recommendation
early.

6. Order a copy of your
transcript and review before
you order copies to be mailed
to each program.

7. Begin working on your
application essays early.

8. Double check deadlines
and track your progress in a
spreadsheet.

9. Emphasize your ability to
collaborate and work in teams
through your activities/essays.

10. Gain direct exposure to
the field by volunteering or
working with a PA.

11. Since CASPA does not
notify you that materials are
missing from your application,
be proactive and contact
them directly to confirm that
all materials have been
received.

12. Participate in
mock interviews to prepare
for your PA interviews.

13. Need help making your PA school
application outstanding?
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