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: MPAS; 30 months and 126 credits; San Antonio main site plus Laredo distant campus; ARC-PA Continued.
Admission requirements
Applicants need a bachelor’s degree, 3.0 overall and science GPAs, C-or-better prerequisites complete by the deadline, GRE scores no more than five years old, two references, a CASPA supplemental and a $75 fee. Care, shadowing and service are recommended rather than required. Official program
Important dates
- April 30: recurring application opening.
- September 1: recurring deadline.
- October-January: typical interview period.
- Entry year: not labelled.
How selection works
The programme reviews the complete application and invited interview activities. Applicants rank San Antonio, Laredo or no preference in one CASPA process; Laredo and Webb County applicants choosing Laredo receive priority. Official program
Interview details
Confirmed
Approximately 140 selected applicants complete an in-person multiple mini-interview. Current programme materials also reference other assessment activities and evaluate communication, professionalism, ethics and readiness.
Not published
Exact dates, station count and length, interviewer roles, file access, prompts and quantitative weights are not public. Official program
Who this program may suit
UT San Antonio may suit applicants seeking one established programme with governed San Antonio and Laredo training-site choices. 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?
September 1 under the annual rule.
Is Laredo separate?
No. San Antonio and Laredo share one programme and application.
Interview?
In-person MMI.
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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