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
- Degrees: Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences and Master of Physician Assistant Studies.
- Duration: five years.
- Entry route: first-time freshmen only; no transfer or second-degree route.
- Location and modality: Pittsburgh, in person.
- Freshman deadline: November 15.
- Accreditation: ARC-PA Accreditation-Continued. The ARC-PA directory lists July 2032 for the next review, while Duquesne lists September 2032.
Admission requirements
Applicants enter as first-year undergraduates and need at least a 3.0 high-school QPA, seven math and science units, two recommendations, a Duquesne-specific PA essay and evidence of activities and leadership. The current cycle is test-optional. Transfer and second-degree applicants are not accepted. Official program
Important dates
- November 15: recurring first-year application deadline.
- Fall entry: target year is not explicitly labelled.
- After three pre-professional years: accredited phase begins in summer.
- Five years total: BS and MPAS completion.
How selection works
Freshman selection considers academic preparation, activities and leadership, knowledge of the PA profession, two recommendations and the required Duquesne-specific PA essay. After the three-year pre-professional phase, students who satisfy every academic and program requirement progress into the accredited phase. Official program
Interview details
Confirmed
Duquesne’s current official pages do not describe an interview for freshman admission. Progression into the accredited phase depends on satisfying all academic and program requirements during the pre-professional phase.
Not published
Freshman selection weights and any interview mechanics are not public. Official program
Who this program may suit
Duquesne may suit high-school applicants who want a direct five-year route and are ready to commit before starting college. 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
Can college graduates apply?
No. The programme accepts first-time freshmen only.
Deadline?
November 15.
Initial interview?
None is published.
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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