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: MS; 27 months; Brooklyn; June 2027; ARC-PA Continued.
Admission requirements
Applicants need a bachelor’s degree, 3.0 cumulative GPA, B-or-better core sciences, 500 recent U.S. clinical hours, 250 service hours and three recommendations. Official program
Important dates
- August 1, 2026: application opens.
- January 4, 2027: application and complete-file deadlines.
- Late May or early June 2027: entry.
How selection works
The program reviews academics, recommendations, clinical and community service, mission alignment and interview evidence. Official program
Interview details
Confirmed
Selected applicants may be invited to interview.
Not published
Dates, modality, location, format, duration, interviewer count, domains, file access, rubric and weights are not public. Official program
Who this program may suit
Downstate may suit applicants with substantial recent clinical and community-service experience seeking a Brooklyn program. 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?
January 4, 2027.
Application service?
SUNY Downstate’s direct application, not CASPA.
Interview format?
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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