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: 28 months and 123 credits.
- Location: Los Angeles, California.
- Start: January.
- Interview: virtual Zoom interview with two PA faculty.
- Accreditation: ARC-PA Accreditation-Provisional.
Admission requirements
Applicants need a bachelor's degree, minimum 3.0 cumulative and BCP GPAs, C-or-better prerequisites, 200 direct patient-contact hours, three recommendations including one from a PA and a $25 supplemental fee. Applicants must permanently reside in the United States. Official admissions page
Important dates
- December 1: recurring CASPA verification and materials deadline.
- January: recurring program start.
- Two to three weeks after interview: decision target.
- Exact entry year and interview dates: not published on the current page.
How selection works
Review considers the personal statement, recommendations, academics, healthcare and shadowing experience and leadership. Selected applicants complete the virtual faculty interview before the committee assigns accept, waitlist or deny outcomes. Exact weights are not public. Official admissions page
Interview details
Confirmed
The interview is virtual on Zoom with two PA faculty and includes a program presentation. In-person and phone interviews are unavailable. Decisions are emailed within two to three weeks.
Not published
Duration, questions, interviewer file access, scoring rubric and quantitative weight are not public. Official admissions page
Who this program may suit
This program may suit applicants seeking a January-start Los Angeles program who can communicate their PA motivation and patient-care preparation in a focused two-faculty virtual interview. Official program page
Practice and next step
Record a first response explaining why the PA profession fits your goals. Review whether your answer is concise, specific and grounded in patient care. Record a second response and compare.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the Vallejo PA/MPH program?
No. This is the separate Los Angeles PA program.
How much patient care is required?
At least 200 direct patient-contact hours.
Is the interview in person?
No. It is a virtual Zoom interview with two PA faculty.
Is the next January entry year published?
No. The current schedule is recurring and not year-labelled.
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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