Current-cycle decision support
Turn confirmed information into a first practice
Resolve a disagreement on the care team
Practise resolving disagreement without dismissing either colleague. Review whether you clarify the clinical risk, invite both perspectives, protect the patient, and name a practical next step; then record again with one improvement.
Quick facts
- Degree: Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant.
- Duration: 27 months.
- Location: St. Louis, Missouri.
- Entry: fall.
- Interview season: September through January.
- Interview delivery: Zoom or in person, subject to space.
- Accreditation: ARC-PA Accreditation-Continued; next review July 2033.
Admission requirements
Applicants must meet the current bachelor's degree, GPA, prerequisite, recommendation and experience requirements published by SLU and submit through the current application process. Review the live requirements before applying. Official program
Important dates
- September through January: the recurring interview season, typically across six dates.
- Three to four weeks before each date: interview offers are typically sent.
- Two to three weeks after each interview: admission decisions are typically issued.
- Fall: the admitted cohort begins.
How selection works
SLU reviews the application before inviting selected applicants. It typically interviews 16 to 20 applicants on each of six dates, then issues decisions two to three weeks after each interview. Complete quantitative weights are not public. Current catalog
Interview details
Confirmed
Selected applicants complete a small-group interview and two one-to-one interviews. They may choose Zoom or in-person delivery, subject to space; SLU states no preference by mode.
Timing
Interviews run from September through January. Offers are typically sent three to four weeks before the date.
Not published
Prompts, file access, rubric and weights are not public. Current catalog
Who this program may suit
SLU may suit applicants seeking a Jesuit health-sciences program who can communicate effectively in both group and individual interview settings. Official program
Practice and next step
Record a first response to a group disagreement. Review whether you listen, synthesize perspectives and move the team toward a decision. Record it again and compare.
Frequently asked questions
When are interviews held?
The recurring season runs from September through January, typically across six dates.
What is the interview format?
A small group and two one-to-one interviews.
Can the interview be virtual?
Yes. Applicants may choose Zoom or in person, subject to space, and SLU states no preference by mode.
When are decisions sent?
Typically two to three weeks after each interview.
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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