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.
- Location: Florence, Kentucky.
- Cohort: 30.
- Entry: August 2027.
- Interview: on campus.
- Accreditation: ARC-PA Accreditation-Probation; next review July 2028.
Admission requirements
Applicants need a bachelor's degree, minimum 3.0 cumulative and BCP GPAs, C-or-better recent prerequisites, 500 direct-care hours including 50 PA-shadowing hours, and three recommendations including a PA, MD or DO. Official program
Important dates
- October 1: recurring CASPA opening for the following August entry.
- March 1, 2027: CASPA and recommendations due.
- July 1, 2027: degree, prerequisites, GPA and experience due.
- August 2027: entry; exact date not public.
How selection works
Score-sheet review considers GPAs, prerequisites, clinical experience, recommendations, residence, underserved status and UC credits. Application and interview evidence select 30 candidates. Official program
Interview details
Confirmed
Selected applicants interview on campus.
Not published
Dates, format, component count and duration, interviewer roles, prompts, file access, rubric and weights are not public. Official program
Who this program may suit
This campus may suit domestic applicants seeking August entry who can attend a campus interview and are comfortable with an accredited program on Probation. Official program
Practice and next step
Record a first response explaining why the PA profession fits your goals. Review whether your care experience and shadowing prove role understanding. Record it again and compare.
Frequently asked questions
Is Northern Kentucky separately accredited?
Yes. The current ARC-PA directory lists Accreditation-Probation, with the next review in July 2028.
Can F-1 students enroll?
No. F-1 PA applicants are directed to Williamsburg.
Is the interview on campus?
Yes.
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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