Current-cycle decision support
Turn confirmed information into a first practice
Why the physician assistant profession?
Practise explaining why the PA role fits your experiences and goals. Review whether you distinguish the profession clearly, use specific evidence, and connect your motivation to patient care; then record again with a sharper answer.
Quick facts
- Degree: Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant Program.
- Duration: 24 months.
- Location: Sherman, Texas.
- Cohort: up to 34.
- Entry: recurring early-June start.
- Deadline: December 1.
- Interview: on campus.
- Accreditation: ARC-PA Accreditation-Provisional; July 2026 monitoring noted zero areas of noncompliance, with final provisional review July 2028.
Admission requirements
Applicants need a U.S. bachelor’s degree, 3.0 overall and science GPAs, C-or-better U.S. prerequisites and three letters. No GRE, Casper, PA-CAT or supplemental is required. Care is not required but 500 or more hours earns the highest published tier. Official program
Important dates
- April: recurring CASPA opening.
- December 1 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern: verified deadline.
- July through January: typical rolling interviews.
- Early June: recurring start; the next entry year is not labelled.
How selection works
Tiered scoring considers academics, course load, GPA, patient care, leadership, service, statement and letters, followed by an interview rubric. Official program
Interview details
Confirmed
Required interviews occur on the Sherman campus and evaluate communication, readiness, persistence, problem solving and programme values.
Not published
Exact dates, exercises, duration, interviewer roles, file access and final weights are not public. Official program
Who this program may suit
Austin College may suit applicants seeking a small Texas programme without a test or care-hour minimum and with on-campus selection. Official program
Practice and next step
Record a first response explaining why the PA profession fits your goals. Review whether your example is specific and evidence-based. Record it again and compare.
Frequently asked questions
What is the deadline?
December 1 under the recurring rule.
Are admissions tests required?
No GRE, Casper or PA-CAT.
What is the interview format?
On campus in Sherman.
What is the accreditation status?
ARC-PA Accreditation-Provisional. July 2026 monitoring noted zero areas of noncompliance; final provisional review is July 2028.
Sources
Recommended preparation
Physician Assistant Interview Essentials
Build a credible PA interview foundation through four focused spoken responses: profession-specific motivation, interprofessional teamwork, fair clinical decision-making, and reflective use of feedback.
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