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: MHS; Philadelphia; Fall 2027 entry.
- ARC-PA status: Accreditation-Continued.
Official program · ARC-PA directory
Admission requirements
Applicants need a bachelor’s degree, 3.0 overall and science GPAs, 500 direct-care hours and two letters. GRE is not required; review is rolling. Official program
Important dates
- April 30, 2026: cycle opens.
- September 1, 2026: verified deadline.
- December 31, 2026: prerequisites due.
- June 2026-February 2027: interviews.
- Fall 2027: entry.
How selection works
Rolling review considers academics, care, writing, recommendations and interview performance. Decisions are expected by the end of March. Official program
Interview details
Confirmed
The virtual day runs about 9 a.m.-5 p.m. for 20-25 applicants and includes a writing sample, programme presentation, director chat, student interaction and one faculty interview.
Not published
Exact dates, prompts, interviewer file access, rubric and quantitative weights are not public. Official program
Who this program may suit
Drexel CNHP may suit applicants with direct-care experience seeking an established Philadelphia programme and virtual 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
Deadline?
September 1, 2026.
Care minimum?
500 hours.
Is this Salus at Drexel?
No; it is the separate CNHP programme.
Sources
Source check: August 22, 2026. Admissions facts come from the CNHP page. ARC-PA currently lists Continued status; because its listed July 2026 review has no later public action, this page does not infer a new outcome.
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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