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; 27 months; Midland didactic site; late-May start; ARC-PA Continued.
Admission requirements
Applicants need a bachelor’s degree, 3.0 cumulative and science GPAs, GRE scores no more than five years old, three recommendations, an essay, CASPA and a personalized TTUHSC supplemental with a $75 fee. No more than nine prerequisite hours may remain in progress. Official program
Important dates
- April 30: recurring application opening.
- August 1: priority deadline.
- October 1: final deadline.
- Late May: programme start; entry year not labelled.
How selection works
Holistic review considers academic preparation, service in West Texas or underserved communities, leadership, barriers overcome, work and life experience, recommendations, written evidence and interview communication. Official program
Interview details
Confirmed
The Zoom interview typically lasts four to five hours and includes orientation, two individual interviews, a group exercise, a recorded group exercise and student questions. Rolling offers may follow within one to two weeks.
Not published
Current-cycle interview dates, exact exercise timing, file access, scoring rubric and quantitative weights are not public. Official program
Who this program may suit
Texas Tech HSC may suit applicants interested in a Midland-based didactic phase and service to West Texas and underserved communities. 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
Final deadline?
October 1 under the annual rule.
GRE?
Required within five years.
Interview?
Virtual by Zoom.
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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