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: MSPA; 27 months; Hillsboro; May 2027 entry.
- ARC-PA status: Accreditation-Continued; next review October 2027.
Official program · ARC-PA directory
Admission requirements
Applicants need 3.0 BCP and last-45-credit GPAs, 1,000 direct-care hours and two evaluations. No standardized test is required; CASPA includes a timed Kira written and video assessment. Official program
Important dates
- April 30, 2026: cycle opens.
- September 1, 2026: verified deadline.
- September-November 2026: interviews.
- May 2027: entry.
How selection works
Review considers academics, direct care, evaluations, Kira responses and interview performance. Official program
Interview details
Confirmed
The required Zoom interview evaluates PA-role understanding, problem solving, resilience, compatibility and verbal communication.
Not published
Exact dates, count, duration, prompts, rubric and quantitative weights are not public. Official program
Who this program may suit
Pacific may suit experienced applicants seeking a Hillsboro programme with virtual selection and optional TRUST participation. 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, 2026.
Care minimum?
1,000 direct-care hours.
Interview?
Virtual by Zoom.
Sources
Source check: August 22, 2026. The current admissions page controls the May 2027 facts. ARC-PA's live directory resolves the next review to October 2027.
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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