Applying to PA school is no small feat, and one of the most crucial elements of a successful application is timing. CASPA (Centralized Application Service for Physician Assistants) opens each year in late April, butRead More
Getting into PA school is a competitive and challenging process, but understanding what admissions committees are looking for can give you a huge advantage. While every program has its own unique preferences, there are severalRead More
When it comes to applying to PA school, most pre-PAs are laser-focused on direct patient care hours, shadowing, and nailing their personal statement. But what about research experience? Is it something that can truly boostRead More
Rejection from PA school is tough. After months (really, years) of hard work—logging patient care hours, writing essays, and submitting your CASPA application—it’s normal to feel disappointed, frustrated, or even defeated. But here’s the truth:Read More
If you’re a non-traditional applicant considering a career as a PA, you might be wondering if your unique path puts you at a disadvantage compared to applicants coming straight from college. Here’s the good news:Read More
Let’s talk about the GRE. If you’re applying to PA school, you’ve probably seen this test pop up as a requirement for some programs. But before you freak out about yet another exam, let’s breakRead More
Ready to start building your PA school application, but unsure where to even begin. The good news is there are plenty of ways to showcase your experiences and unique journey, from hands-on patient care toRead More
As a pre-PA student, you’ve got a lot on your plate. Between completing prerequisite courses, gaining patient care experience, and participating in extracurricular activities, it can feel like you’re walking a tightrope. And to makeRead More
It’s easy to focus on grades and patient care hours when applying to PA school, but the truth is that PA programs look for much more than just academic achievement. In fact, it’s often theRead More
Let’s talk about something that can really set you apart on your PA school application: teaching experience. I know it might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about preppingRead More