Current-cycle decision support
Turn confirmed information into a first practice
Resolve a disagreement on the care team
Practise resolving disagreement without dismissing either colleague. Review whether you clarify the clinical risk, invite both perspectives, protect the patient, and name a practical next step; then record again with one improvement.
Quick facts
- Degree: Master of Medical Science.
- Location: Fort Lauderdale-Davie, Florida.
- Entry: May 2027.
- Deadline: January 15.
- Interview: group discussion plus a three-to-four-person interview, live or Zoom.
- Accreditation: separately ARC-PA accredited.
Admission requirements
Applicants need a bachelor's degree, minimum 3.0 cumulative and science GPAs, prerequisite grades of C or higher, a verified CASPA application, GRE scores within five years under code 6329, and exactly two recommendations: one from a PA and one from another qualifying health professional. Direct care and PA shadowing are strongly considered but not published as minimums. Official program page
Important dates
- January 15, 2027: recurring CASPA and GRE deadline for May entry.
- Approximately October 2026 through March 2027: personal interview season; another live NSU page says September through February.
- May 2027: entering cohort.
How selection works
Holistic review considers motivation, communication, PA knowledge, health-care experience, academics, activities and service, teamwork, curiosity, resilience, humility, integrity, employment, and athletics. Rolling review and interviews continue while seats remain. Official Fort Lauderdale FAQ
Interview details
Confirmed
Candidates complete a group discussion followed by an interview with three to four interviewers. The same format may be delivered live on campus or through Zoom. Official Fort Lauderdale FAQ
Not published
NSU does not publish the duration, prompts, interviewer file access, rubric, weighting, or criteria used to assign live versus Zoom interviews.
Who this program may suit
This program may suit applicants seeking a separately accredited Fort Lauderdale PA program and a selection process that explicitly tests collaboration before a small panel. Do not treat other NSU PA campuses as the same application. Official program page
Practice and next step
Practise resolving a disagreement on a care team in a group discussion. Clarify the shared patient goal, contribute one useful point, invite another view, and help the group reach a safe plan. Review whether you collaborated without disappearing or dominating, adjust one weakness, record a second attempt, and compare the two responses.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NSU Fort Lauderdale interview format?
A group discussion followed by an interview with three to four interviewers. Official FAQ
Is the interview on campus or virtual?
The same format may be offered live or through Zoom.
Is Fort Lauderdale a separate NSU PA program?
Yes. Applicants should not merge it with Fort Myers, Jacksonville, or Orlando.
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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