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: Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies.
- Duration: 27 months, 112 credits.
- Location: Upland, Indiana.
- Cohort: planned 40.
- Interview: normally on campus.
- Accreditation: ARC-PA Accreditation-Provisional.
Admission requirements
Applicants need a bachelor's degree, minimum 3.2 cumulative and 3.0 science GPAs, C-or-better prerequisites, two recommendations and 250 healthcare-experience hours. International applicants are not accepted. Official admissions
Important dates
- April 2026: CASPA opens.
- August 1, 2026: application must be Verified for interview consideration.
- May 2027: remaining prerequisites due.
- August 2027: program begins.
Exact interview dates are not public. Official admissions
How selection works
Holistic review emphasizes service, leadership, recommendations, essays and healthcare experience. Taylor graduates, first-generation applicants and military applicants receive special consideration. Official admissions
Interview details
Confirmed
An on-campus interview is required; virtual consideration is limited to documented extenuating circumstances. Taylor’s Christian profession-of-faith and Life Together Covenant expectations are material.
Not published
Structure, duration, prompts, interviewer roles, file access, scoring and weights are not public. Official admissions
Who this program may suit
This program may suit applicants seeking an in-person Christian learning community who meet its academic and service expectations and accept provisional accreditation. Official program
Practice and next step
Record a first response explaining why the PA profession fits your goals. Review whether you connect service, faith and patient care without relying on generic claims. Record it again and compare.
Frequently asked questions
Is the interview on campus?
Normally yes; virtual exceptions require evidence.
Is Taylor a faith-based program?
Yes. Its Christian commitments apply to students, faculty and staff.
Is the program fully accredited?
It currently holds Provisional status.
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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