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 PA Studies.
- Duration: 24 months.
- Location: Overland Park, Kansas.
- Entry: January 2027; exact orientation and first-class dates conflict on the official page.
- Cohort: 48 learners.
- Interview: Zoom only.
- Direct care: 1,000 hours required.
- Applicant eligibility: U.S. citizens and permanent residents.
- Accreditation: ARC-PA Accreditation-Provisional; next review TBD.
Admission requirements
Applicants need a U.S. bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent, C-or-better prerequisites, 1,000 direct-care hours, three letters, a statement and supplemental essay. No explicit GRE, PA-CAT or Casper requirement is published. Official admission
Important dates
- April 30, 2026: CASPA opens.
- May to about October 15, 2026: interview selection and scheduling.
- September 1, 2026: CASPA deadline.
- January 2027: advising, orientation and classes; the official page conflicts on the exact dates.
How selection works
Semi-rolling holistic review considers academics, care experience, personal qualities, professionalism, interview performance and mission alignment. Decisions are accept, alternate or deny. Official admission
Interview details
Confirmed
Interviews are Zoom-only. Each applicant meets exactly two interviewers, including one PA.
Not published
Session duration, prompts, file access, rubric and weights are not public. Official admission
Who this program may suit
This program may suit applicants with substantial direct patient care who prefer a virtual interview and are comfortable entering a provisionally accredited program. Official program
Practice and next step
Record a first response explaining why the PA profession fits your goals. Review whether your care experience supports your motivation. Record it again and compare.
Frequently asked questions
How much direct care is required?
At least 1,000 hours.
Is the interview virtual?
Yes, Zoom-only.
When do classes begin?
January 2027, but the live page conflicts on the exact orientation and first-class dates.
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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