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 in Physician Assistant Studies.
- Duration: 24 months, 106 credits.
- Location: River Forest, Illinois.
- Entry: January.
- Interview: virtual by Zoom.
- Accreditation: ARC-PA Accreditation-Continued.
Admission requirements
Applicants need a U.S. bachelor's degree, minimum 3.0 overall and science GPAs, no more than two pending prerequisites, 750 documented care hours and three recommendations. GRE is not required or reviewed. Official requirements
Important dates
- April: CASPA cycle opens.
- June-fall: virtual interviews.
- August 1: CASPA deadline.
- September 1: prerequisites due.
- January: classes begin.
The official page publishes this as a recurring annual cycle. Official application
How selection works
Dominican uses rolling holistic review with additional consideration for diversity, military service, disadvantage, first-generation status and qualifying Dominican students or alumni. Exact weights are not public. Official application
Interview details
Confirmed
Selected applicants interview virtually by Zoom during summer and fall.
Not published
The structure, session count and duration, prompts, interviewer roles, file access, rubric and post-interview weights are not public. Official application
Who this program may suit
This program may suit applicants seeking a small January-start cohort who meet its care-hour requirement and prefer a virtual admissions interview. Official program
Practice and next step
Record a first response explaining why the PA profession fits your goals. Review whether your care experience supports your understanding of the role. Record it again and compare.
Frequently asked questions
Is the GRE required?
No. Dominican says it is not required or reviewed.
Is the interview virtual?
Yes, by Zoom.
Is this Dominican University of California?
No. This page is for River Forest, Illinois.
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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