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: two years.
- Format: full-time and on ground.
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts.
- Class size: 52.
- Interview: virtual, usually November or December.
- Accreditation: ARC-PA Accreditation-Continued.
Admission requirements
Applicants need a qualifying bachelor's degree, minimum 3.0 overall and science GPAs, current prerequisites, three recommendations with at least two clinical references, the CASPA statement and Northeastern response, and the programme fee unless waived. GRE is not considered. Patient care is strongly preferred; 1,000 hours receives strong preference and more than 1,800 the strongest preference. Official program page
Important dates
- Late April 2026: CASPA opens.
- August 1, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET: application submission and Northeastern fee deadline.
- August 31, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET: CASPA verification deadline.
- October 2026: interview notices generally begin.
- November or December 2026: virtual interviews.
- August 2027: matriculation.
How selection works
Northeastern uses three phases: CASPA review, personal interview and final class selection. Final holistic selection combines the full CASPA review and interview. The programme is not rolling or early decision, and it does not publish quantitative weights. Official program page
Interview details
Confirmed
About 200 candidates receive a virtual November or December experience with a leadership overview, student or alumni interaction, virtual tour and one-on-one interview with Admissions Committee faculty or alumni. Review considers clinical reflection, mission alignment and overall impression.
Not published
Exact dates, duration, number of interviews, question types, file access, scoring scale and quantitative weighting are not public. Official program page
Who this program may suit
This program may suit applicants with substantial clinical exposure who can reflect on their work, communicate clearly in a one-on-one virtual setting and connect their goals to Northeastern and Bouvé's mission. Official program page
Practice and next step
Record a first response explaining why the PA profession fits your goals. Review the clinical example and team-care link for clarity. Record a second response and compare.
Frequently asked questions
Is the process rolling?
No.
When is the application due?
Submit by August 1, 2026 and reach CASPA verification by August 31.
Is the GRE required?
No; Northeastern says it is neither required nor considered.
What is the interview format?
A virtual experience with a one-on-one faculty or alumni interview and program sessions.
Sources
Source check: August 22, 2026. Northeastern matriculates each August and requires the application August 1 of the prior year, supporting August 2027 entry from the current 2026 cycle. Interviews are virtual and usually November or December. Current status is Continued.
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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