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: MHS in Physician Assistant Studies; about 30 months.
- Location: Schusterman Center in Tulsa.
- Application: separate from OU's Oklahoma City PA program.
- Deadline: CASPA complete by October 1, 2026.
- Interview: about 100 applicants interviewed in December.
- Accreditation: ARC-PA Accreditation-Continued.
Admission requirements
Applicants need a bachelor's degree, minimum 3.0 overall and science GPAs, and three letters. Oklahoma residents and stronger academic records receive preference. Healthcare experience is strongly recommended but not required, and the supplemental was removed for the cycle ending October 1, 2026. Official admissions requirements
Important dates
- June 1, 2026: current CASPA cycle opened.
- October 1, 2026: CASPA application must be complete.
- December 2026: about 100 applicants are interviewed.
- Early June after admission: program ordinarily begins; the exact 2027 date is not published.
How selection works
After file review, about 100 applicants are interviewed. The Admissions Committee considers academic preparation, personal statement, references, type and quality of healthcare experience, and interview performance. Official admissions process
Interview details
Confirmed
The published process describes a December faculty interview, campus tour, and contact with current students. Official interview information
Not published
OU Tulsa does not publish the number or duration of interview encounters, question format, interviewer file access, scoring rubric, or quantitative weights.
Who this program may suit
This program may suit applicants who want a small Tulsa cohort, have a strong academic record, and can explain their interest in community medicine. Oklahoma residence is preferred but not listed as an absolute eligibility rule. Official admissions page
Practice and next step
Record one response explaining why the PA profession and OU Tulsa's community-medicine setting fit your goals. Review whether you use concrete experiences and show realistic role understanding. Make one adjustment, answer again, and compare both attempts before continuing through Physician Assistant Interview Essentials.
Frequently asked questions
Is OU Tulsa the same PA program as OU Oklahoma City?
No. OU Tulsa has a separate CASPA application and separate accreditation identity. Official admissions page
Does OU Tulsa require a supplemental?
The program says the supplemental was removed for the cycle with the October 1, 2026 deadline. Official admissions page
What happens during the interview?
The school confirms a faculty interview, campus tour, and current-student contact but does not publish the question structure or scoring. Official interview information
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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