Kentucky

University of Kentucky PA (January 2027)

University of Kentucky closed CASPA July 15, 2026 for January 2027. Applicants choose Lexington or Morehead, and interviews are by Zoom.

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Evidence at a glance

What is confirmed for this cycle

Application cycle
January 2027 entry
Last source check
August 22, 2026

Admissions details can change. Use the cited official source and your invitation as the final authority.

On this page
  1. Current cycle
  2. Quick facts
  3. Admission requirements
  4. Important dates
  5. How selection works
  6. Interview details
  7. Who this program may suit
  8. Practice and next step
  9. Frequently asked questions
  10. Sources
  11. Practice prompts

Current-cycle decision support

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Why the physician assistant profession?

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Quick facts

  • Entry: January 2027.
  • Campuses: choose Lexington or Morehead, not both.
  • Application: non-rolling CASPA.
  • Interview: Zoom.
  • Standardized tests: none required.
  • Accreditation: ARC-PA Accreditation-Continued; next review January 2027.

Official program

Admission requirements

Applicants need a bachelor's degree, minimum 2.75 institutional undergraduate GPA, C-or-better prerequisites, patient contact and three specified letters. UK requires no GRE, PA-CAT or MCAT. Official admissions

Important dates

  • April 30, 2026: CASPA opens.
  • July 15, 2026: application and letters due.
  • August 5, 2026: reapplicant interviews.
  • August 7, 2026: Morehead interviews.
  • August 10-14, 2026: Lexington interviews.
  • January 2027: Class of 2029 begins.

Official cycle dates and official interviews

How selection works

Holistic review considers academics, healthcare, writing, background, recommendations, service and leadership. Acceptance, alternate or regret decisions are sent about one week after the final interview. Official admissions

Interview details

Confirmed

Interviews are by Zoom on campus-specific dates. Interviewers may include faculty, PAs, physicians, community leaders and administrators.

Not published

Structure, duration, prompts, file access, rubric and weights are not public. Official interviews

Who this program may suit

This program may suit applicants seeking either Lexington or Morehead who prefer a non-rolling process and virtual interview. Official admissions

Practice and next step

Record a first response explaining why the PA profession fits your goals. Review whether your healthcare experience supports the choice. Record it again and compare.

Frequently asked questions

Can I apply to both campuses?

No. Applicants choose Lexington or Morehead.

Is a standardized test required?

No.

Is the interview virtual?

Yes, by Zoom.

Sources

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Why the physician assistant profession?

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