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 Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies.
- Duration: 24 months.
- Format: full time and in person.
- Location: Glendale, Arizona.
- CASPA deadline: October 1.
- Materials deadline: November 1.
- Accreditation: ARC-PA Accreditation-Continued.
Admission requirements
Applicants need a bachelor's degree before matriculation, minimum 3.0 cumulative science and overall GPAs, C-or-better prerequisites, at least two CASPA recommendations and evidence considered across patient care, volunteering, shadowing or other healthcare exposure. Healthcare experience is strongly preferred. GRE is not required for this cycle; the catalog says that requirement begins with the 2027-28 application cycle. Official admissions catalog
Important dates
- Typically April: CASPA becomes available.
- October 1: completed CASPA deadline.
- November 1: recommendations and all required materials due.
- July-February: typical interview period.
- Decisions are generally made within two weeks after interview.
- The exact matriculation date for this application cycle is not published.
How selection works
Interview selection considers GPA, recommendations, healthcare experience, knowledge of PA practice and career motivation. A typical interview day includes a committee presentation, faculty interaction and current-student meetings; the committee then recommends status to the dean. Numeric weights are not public. Official admissions catalog
Interview details
Confirmed
Interviews generally run July through February. Applicants may be asked about academic, personal and professional goals and preparedness, and the interview day includes faculty and student contact.
Not published
The catalog does not directly state target-cycle modality, exercises, number or duration of encounters, interviewer file access, rubric or component weights. Official admissions catalog
Who this program may suit
This program may suit applicants with strong science readiness, healthcare exposure and a clear understanding of PA practice who want an intensive two-year program on Midwestern's Glendale health-professions campus. Official program page
Practice and next step
Record an answer explaining why the PA profession and Midwestern's Glendale program fit your goals. Connect one healthcare experience to your readiness, review where the answer is generic and record a more specific second response.
Frequently asked questions
When is CASPA due?
October 1 under the 2026-27 catalog.
Is the GRE required?
Not for this cycle; the catalog says it begins with the 2027-28 cycle.
Are interviews rolling?
Applications are reviewed continuously and interviews typically run July through February.
Is this the Downers Grove program?
No. This page is Glendale-specific.
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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