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: Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies.
- Duration: 28 months.
- Location: Brooklyn, New York.
- Maximum entering class: 42.
- Entry: fall; year not labelled.
- Accreditation: ARC-PA Accreditation-Probation; next review June 2027.
Admission requirements
Applicants need 3.0 overall and science GPAs, 400 direct-care hours at submission and 500 by matriculation, GRE, three recommendations and current prerequisites. Official program
Important dates
- January 15: recurring CASPA and GRE deadline.
- Fall entry: year not labelled.
- June 2027: next ARC-PA review stated by the program.
How selection works
Pre-interview screening considers statement, academics, recommendations, GRE completion and care experience. Official program
Interview details
Confirmed
Interview evaluation considers responses, motivation, ethical and teamwork questions and the interview team’s assessment.
Not published
Dates, modality, duration, panel, file access, rubric scale and quantitative weights are not public. Official program
Who this program may suit
LIU may suit applicants seeking a Brooklyn program who can recheck probation before entry. 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
Care minimum?
400 hours at application and 500 before matriculation.
GRE?
Required.
Accreditation?
ARC-PA Probation.
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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