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 Physician Assistant Studies.
- Duration: 25 months on the current admissions page.
- Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba.
- Entry: fall only.
- Eligibility: Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
- Casper: required.
- Accreditation: EQual Canada; accredited through 2028.
Admission requirements
Applicants need a recognized four-year bachelor's degree, at least a 3.0 GPA over the last 60 credit hours, undergraduate anatomy, physiology and biochemistry, Casper, two recommendations, a CV, statement of intent and self-declaration. The page describes 3.5 as a competitive GPA and restricts admission to Canadian citizens or permanent residents. Official requirements
Important dates
- Fall entry only.
- January 15: annual application deadline and Casper completion deadline.
- Exact cycle opening, interview and offer dates are not published on the current page.
How selection works
The current academic catalog describes an MMI panel interview, written essay and situational-judgment testing. The live program page confirms Casper and committee review but does not publish quantitative weights or a complete decision calendar. Official academic catalog
Interview details
Confirmed
Current university material describes an MMI panel interview and written essay.
Not published
Exact cycle dates, modality, station count, timing, panel structure, scoring rubric, file access and component weights are not public. Official academic catalog
Who this program may suit
This program may suit Canadian applicants with strong recent academics, the required science foundation, clear reasons for PA practice and readiness for a generalist, Manitoba-focused clinical education. Official program identity
Practice and next step
Record an answer explaining why the physician assistant profession fits your goals. Check whether you distinguish the PA role, connect it to one concrete experience and explain why Manitoba's generalist training fits. Improve one weak point, then record a second response.
Frequently asked questions
Who may apply?
Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Is Casper required?
Yes, and the current page says it must be completed by the application deadline.
Is the complete interview schedule published?
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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