Foreign coursework is not accepted. The Office of Admissions cannot provide transcript evaluations. Applicants are responsible for confirming that prerequisite requirements have been satisfied. If you have a question about whether a particular course satisfies one of our requirements, you must complete the Course Evaluation Request Form to have a staff member from the Office of Admissions review the course in question.
We are unable to review coursework over the phone. In reviewing applications for interview selection and acceptance, we evaluate many factors that help us examine the qualities that an applicant could bring to our program. Those factors include:. Although an applicant's entire academic record is considered, strong academic performance alone does not ensure acceptance.
While prior experience in a health care setting is not required, this experience is considered a beneficial attribute and viewed positively by the Admissions Committee.
Typically, admitted students will have experience working in a setting where PAs practice and will have experience shadowing PAs. PA mentoring and shadowing experiences are not required but are encouraged. Evidence of personal integrity, maturity, motivation, well-developed communication, and interpersonal skills, critical thinking skills, writing ability, dedication, and the ability to work with others are additional factors that will be considered.
The above qualities are evaluated by several means, including the content of the application, letters of reference, the scope and nature of extracurricular activities including work and volunteer experience , the scope and breadth of prior education, and through the interview process.
Approximately selected applicants will be invited to the Health Science Center at Fort Worth for an admissions interview. The program utilizes a multiple-mini interview MMI format. Interviews generally take place on campus from September to January. Interviews may end sooner if the class is filled. Candidates who are invited to interview will be contacted by email. Declining an invitation or failing to appear for a scheduled interview will result in rejection of your application.
Early submission of your application can increase your chances of interview selection. Interview results are confidential and are considered in the competitive selection process. Offers will be continuously made until the class is filled. Thank you for your interest in our program. The journey to PA school is quite rigorous, and it's imperative that you prove to the schools' admission boards that you are capable of success in their programs.
All areas are equally important in a holistic assessment of the candidate. Though not required, it's best if you volunteer in the medical field, where you are helping people. Several hours of shadowing will display an understanding and commitment to such profession. In addition to shadowing, it is strongly encouraged that you get some direct-patient contact experience. Our graduate performance on the national certifying exam is exceptional and underscores our commitment to true Interprofessional Education.
We teach beyond written exams giving our learners the hands-on confidence to truly be outstanding health care providers. Upon successful completion of the curriculum, graduates receive an MPAS degree. The MPAS curriculum prepares students for entry into clinical practice as a physician assistant. US News and World Report magazine has ranked our program in the top 13th tier of graduate-level physician assistant programs in the Nation. We provide students with an environment that is both conducive to learning the art and science of medical practice and to helping our students achieve individual growth as healthcare professionals.
Our program was first established in Today, our program is housed within the School of Health Professions. Accreditation-Continued is an accreditation status granted when a currently accredited program is in compliance with the ARC-PA Standards. Accreditation remains in effect until the program closes or withdraws from accreditation process or until accreditation is withdrawn for failure to comply with the Standards.
The mission of the Program is to create solutions for a healthier community by preparing graduates with knowledge and skills needed for physician assistant practice, emphasizing primary care medicine and meeting the healthcare needs of underserved populations.
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