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 Science in Physician Assistant Studies.
- Duration: 28 months, 126 credits.
- Location: Gainesville, Georgia.
- Start: January.
- Interview: on ground.
- Accreditation: ARC-PA Accreditation-Continued.
Admission requirements
Applicants need a bachelor's degree, minimum 2.75 cumulative and science GPAs, C-or-better prerequisites, GRE, 500 direct-care hours and three recommendations. Interview invitees also submit Casper. Official admissions
Important dates
- September 1: recurring verified-CASPA, GRE and prerequisite deadline.
- June-September: on-ground interviews.
- Early October: admissions committee meets.
- Through December: possible waitlist offers.
- January: classes begin.
The page does not label the exact entry year. Official admissions
How selection works
Brenau compares the complete applicant pool and considers motivation, interpersonal skills, PA understanding, health-care experience, academics, recommendations and life experiences. The process is non-rolling. Official admissions
Interview details
Confirmed
The most qualified applicants attend personal on-ground interviews assessing communication, maturity, altruism and PA-career commitment.
Not published
The format, component count, duration, prompts, evaluator roles, file access and weights are not public. Official admissions
Who this program may suit
This program may suit applicants seeking a Gainesville cohort who meet its GRE and care-hour requirements and can show mature motivation for the PA profession. Official program
Practice and next step
Record a first response explaining why the PA profession fits your goals. Review whether your example demonstrates motivation, maturity and role understanding. Record it again and compare.
Frequently asked questions
Is the process rolling?
No. Brenau compares the complete verified pool before selection.
Is Casper required?
Interview invitees are required to submit it.
What is the interview format?
It is on ground, but exercise-level mechanics are not public.
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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