Current-cycle decision support
Turn confirmed information into a first practice
Resolve a disagreement on the care team
Practise resolving disagreement without dismissing either colleague. Review whether you clarify the clinical risk, invite both perspectives, protect the patient, and name a practical next step; then record again with one improvement.
Quick facts
- Degree: Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies.
- Duration: 27 months.
- Location: Springfield, Missouri.
- Entry: August 2027.
- Deadline: March 1, 2027.
- Experience: 500 direct-care hours and 16 PA-shadowing hours.
- Interview: in person with a writing exercise.
- Accreditation: ARC-PA Accreditation-Provisional.
Admission requirements
Applicants need a verified CASPA file, three recommendations, at least 500 direct patient-care hours and 16 hours shadowing a PA. No more than two courses may be outstanding, and GRE or PA-CAT is not required. Official application
Important dates
- March 1, 2027: application deadline.
- August 2027: entry.
The current page also carries stale 2025-26 and Fall 2026 labels; applicants should confirm the dated contract directly. Official application
How selection works
Applications are reviewed in verification order and scored on academics, recommendations, personal statement and published non-cognitive factors. Final decisions use the application review, required in-person interview, writing exercise and committee recommendation. Official application
Interview details
Confirmed
Selected applicants attend an in-person interview and complete a writing exercise.
Not published
Exact dates, duration, format, interviewer roles, prompts, file access, rubric and weights are not public. Official application
Who this program may suit
Drury may suit applicants seeking a Springfield program who can demonstrate interpersonal judgment and clear written communication in person. Official program
Practice and next step
Record a first response to a teamwork disagreement. Review whether you clarify the shared goal and propose a respectful next step. Record it again and compare.
Frequently asked questions
When is the deadline?
March 1, 2027.
When does the class begin?
August 2027.
What does the interview include?
An in-person interview and writing exercise.
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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