Current-cycle decision support
Turn confirmed information into a first practice
Allocate a limited same-day appointment
Practise making a fair, patient-safe recommendation when capacity is limited. Review whether you identify missing clinical information, avoid blaming either patient, explain your prioritization, and offer a workable alternative; then record again.
Quick facts
- Degree: Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies.
- Duration: 30 months, 132 credits.
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Entry: May 2027.
- Interview: Zoom MMI-style assessment.
- Accreditation: ARC-PA Accreditation-Probation.
Admission requirements
Applicants need a bachelor's degree, minimum 3.0 total and science GPAs, C-or-better prerequisites, 1,000 recent paid direct-care hours and three recommendations. GRE is not required. Invitees complete a $40 supplemental. Official admissions
Important dates
- April 27, 2026: cycle opens.
- June 2026-February 2027: rolling Zoom interviews.
- October 1, 2026: CASPA deadline.
- First week of May 2027: typical orientation.
How selection works
Interview decisions consider GPA, healthcare and PA exposure, leadership, service, references and statement. Final accept, waitlist or deny decisions use the overall interview score, with preference factors used for priority review and ties. Official admissions
Interview details
Confirmed
About 130 applicants complete rolling Zoom MMI-style interviews, an information session and a closed-door student Q&A. There is no group interview.
Not published
Station count and duration, prompts, evaluator roles, file access and detailed weights are not public. Official 2026-27 packet
Who this program may suit
This program may suit applicants with substantial paid patient care who prefer a virtual MMI. ARC-PA Probation through April 2028 is a material tradeoff to review. Official accreditation
Practice and next step
Record a first response allocating a limited same-day appointment. Review whether your criteria are fair and clinically grounded. Record it again and compare your structure and judgment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Rush on Probation?
Yes. Probation remains an accredited status, with the next ARC-PA review in April 2028.
Is the interview virtual?
Yes, by Zoom.
Is there a group interview?
The current packet says no.
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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