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: MS; 28 months; Hempstead; fall entry; Hofstra Northwell.
Admission requirements
Applicants need 3.30 cumulative and science GPAs, current prerequisites, 50 healthcare hours, two recommendations and the supplemental fee; GRE is not required. Official program
Important dates
- April: recurring review opening.
- August 1: verified deadline.
- September onward: recurring interviews.
- Fall entry: year not labelled.
How selection works
Holistic point-based review weighs GPAs, preparation, statement, recommendations, science rigor and transcript patterns. Official program
Interview details
Confirmed
The required interview session includes a live virtual tour and Q&A plus a personal interview.
Not published
The personal interview’s modality, dates, duration, panel, file access, rubric and post-interview weights are not public. Official program
Who this program may suit
Hofstra may suit applicants seeking a Northwell-affiliated graduate route distinct from the BS/MS pathway. 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?
August 1.
GRE?
Not required.
Is the personal interview virtual?
The page does not say clearly.
Sources
Source check: August 22, 2026. Hofstra's applicant page still names an older fall cohort, so the page relies only on the recurring August 1 deadline, next-fall entry and September-onward interviews. ARC-PA lists Accreditation-Continued with a January 2027 review.
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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