I was a three-time applicant before I got into 4 PA schools and many times when I talked to people, they would ask “does it hurt your application if you’re a reapplicant?'' Personally, I never thought of it as a…
You’ve been accepted into a Physician Assistant program to pursue your dreams. I’m sure you’re filled with so many questions and want to jump in feet first. Be patient and keep reading to learn the 5 things I wish I…
Waiting period...after application submission You likely have spent a lot of time and energy preparing to apply to PA school. You likely spent a lot of effort filling out your applications. Finally, you submit. And then….*crickets*. You now have entered…
If it were easy, everyone would do it. Applying to PA school is no simple feat, it requires years of planning prior to even beginning the application process. In order to apply to PA school, applicants are expected to complete…
There are common aspects to look at when deciding which PA program is the best for you. These include things such as meeting basic requirements (these can be checked on MyPAbox), the PANCE pass rate, location, and so forth as…
1. Not meeting requirements This is a major factor. If you don’t meet requirements, your application won’t be spared a second thought. Seems obvious, but oftentimes people do not even realize they aren’t meeting requirements. The most efficient way to…
If you used MyPAbox to find your programs, you’re probably a fan of working efficiently. Work smarter, not harder, right? Here are certain hacks, tips, and tricks that can help when it comes time for you to apply on CASPA.…
You know that feeling when you buy a new pair of jeans, and they fit just right? You can have that same feeling when you find a PA program that is the perfect match for you. This is no easy…
Commonly, there is chatter among the pre-PA world in regards to when applicants submitted their application. Sites like MyPAbox show you the deadline, and others like the PA Forum may have people posting that they have submitted. It is a…
Consider a theme A smart tactic for your statement is to consider a theme. It shouldn’t take up too many characters, and should be relevant to you. Generally you should bring it up in the intro, you can touch on…
So you got your hours – volunteered, shadowed, worked. You took many prerequisites, learned and tested on repeat. You saw which programs you met requirements on MyPAbox, completed CASPA, and applied. And you may have even interviewed and conquered! Especially…
So you want to be a PA –we are here to help. Here are 5 key tips on how to get that PA school acceptance letter. 1. Meet minimum requirements! This is critical, if you do not ensure that you…
