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
- Cycle: Annual September Entry
- Degree: Master of Physician Assistant Studies
- Length: two years, in person
- Location: year one in Saskatoon; year two includes distributed Saskatchewan placements
- Application: opens mid-September; deadline is in November
- Selection: written and video supplemental assessment followed by interview
- Eligibility: Canadian citizens or permanent residents
- Accreditation: the program says it will seek accreditation through Accreditation Canada's EQual program
Admission requirements
Applicants need a four-year degree before entry, at least 75% over the last 60 credit units, Canadian citizenship or permanent residence, published full-course-load evidence and minimum grades in Indigenous Studies, Human Anatomy and Human Physiology. Three references and English proficiency where required also apply. Official requirements
Important dates
- Mid-September: applications open.
- November: application deadline; exact date not published.
- January: written and video supplemental assessment.
- February: interview invitations.
- February-March: interviews.
- May: admission offers.
- September: start term.
How selection works
Before interview, Saskatchewan ranks verified eligibility, the weighted average over the most recent 60 credits and the supplemental written/video assessment. After interview, it adds interview performance; references are considered but not scored, and the admissions committee makes final recommendations. Official selection criteria
Interview details
Confirmed
Selected applicants complete Multiple Mini Interviews conducted by a diverse panel after the written/video assessment.
Not published
Exact dates, modality, location, station count, timing, panel assignment, scoring rubric, file access and quantitative weights are not public. Official program page
Who this program may suit
This program may suit Canadian applicants with strong recent academics, Saskatchewan or rural connections, careful written/video communication and readiness for distributed clinical education across the province. Official selection criteria
Practice and next step
Practise a limited-access MMI scenario on video. Explain the decision rule, account for safety and equity, and communicate respectfully to affected patients. Review one weakness, then record a second response.
Frequently asked questions
What assessments are used?
A written and video supplemental assessment followed by interviews for selected applicants.
What cycle does this page cover?
Annual September Entry. The current page gives months but no cycle-specific calendar dates.
Is the program already accredited?
The program page says it will seek accreditation through Accreditation Canada's EQual program; applicants should check the live status before enrolling.
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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