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: 26 months.
- Location: New York City.
- Entry: July each year.
- Cohort: up to 80 students.
- Patient care: 200 direct-care hours.
- Accreditation: ARC-PA Accreditation-Continued; next review July 2033.
Admission requirements
Applicants need 3.0 cumulative and science GPAs, completed prerequisites, 200 direct-patient-care hours and three professional references. Official program
Important dates
- April: recurring CASPA cycle opens.
- September 1: priority verified deadline.
- After September 1: interview invitations begin.
- July: program begins; the current page does not print a year-specific start date.
How selection works
Review considers academics, care experience, statement, references and a personal interview; offers are released through the interview season. Official program
Interview details
Confirmed
The personal interview evaluates preparation, communication, professionalism, critical thinking, maturity, empathy, ethics, PA commitment and mission fit.
Not published
Dates, modality, location, duration, interviewer count, file access, rubric and weights are not public. Official program
Who this program may suit
Pace Lenox Hill may suit applicants seeking a New York City program distinct from Pace Pleasantville. Official program
Practice and next step
Record a first response explaining why the PA profession fits your goals. Review whether your example is specific and evidence-based. Record it again and compare.
Frequently asked questions
Deadline?
September 1 for priority consideration.
Care minimum?
200 direct-patient-care hours.
Interview modality?
Not published.
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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