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 Physician Assistant Studies.
- Duration: 27 months and seven semesters.
- Location: Indianapolis, Indiana.
- Entry: May 2027.
- Deadline: July 15, 2026.
- Interviews: October 26-27, 2026, in person.
- Format: half-day with individual and group interviews.
- Accreditation: ARC-PA Accreditation-Continued.
Admission requirements
Applicants need a bachelor's degree, minimum 3.2 overall and science GPAs, prerequisites with no more than one outstanding at application, at least two recommendations, CASPA statements, and detailed patient-care, leadership, and service experience. There is no minimum hour requirement and no GRE requirement. Official requirements
Important dates
- April 2026: CASPA opened.
- July 15, 2026: CASPA in Completed status and paid IU Graduate Application due.
- Early September 2026: screening decisions communicated.
- October 26-27, 2026: interviews.
- Within two weeks after interviews: final decisions.
- May 2027: cohort starts; exact date not published.
How selection works
Minimum-eligible files receive committee review against the program values of Excellence, Collaboration, Professionalism, Leadership, and Advocacy, including academics, patient care, leadership, service, written materials, and recommendations. Decisions are Offer, Alternate List, or Decline. Official admissions process
Interview details
Confirmed
Interviews are invitation-only, in person, and half-day. Activities include individual and group interviews, current and former student panels, and an optional campus tour. About 150-200 applicants commonly interview. Official interview details
Not published
IU does not publish the number, duration, or sequence of interview encounters, prompts, interviewer roles or file access, scoring rubric, or component weights.
Who this program may suit
This program may suit applicants who can demonstrate strong academics and meaningful patient care, leadership, service, collaboration, professionalism, and advocacy through specific examples. Official program values
Practice and next step
Record an answer about resolving a care-team disagreement while maintaining professionalism and patient focus. Review whether you clarify perspectives, use evidence, and close with a practical action. Adjust one weakness, record a second response, and compare the attempts.
Frequently asked questions
When was Indiana's May 2027 deadline?
July 15, 2026 for both CASPA and the IU Graduate Application.
Are interviews in person?
Yes, during a half-day session.
Is the GRE required?
No.
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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