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: 24 months.
- Location: Pomona, California.
- Entry: August/Fall 2027.
- Interview: invitation-only; current page confirms an interview session and faculty Q&A but does not publish timing or modality.
- Accreditation: ARC-PA Accreditation-Continued; next review April 2033.
Admission requirements
Applicants need a bachelor's degree, minimum 3.0 overall, science and prerequisite GPAs, C-or-better prerequisites, 1,000 patient-care hours, 120 service hours and two recommendations. Science prerequisites and labs must be within seven years. Official requirements
Important dates
- November 1, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET: CASPA must be Complete and all materials received.
- October 2026 to early March 2027: interviews are typically held.
- August 2027: didactic year begins; exact date is not public.
How selection works
WesternU screens completed applications and invites selected applicants to interview. Current quantitative weights and applicant-to-seat figures are not public. Official application
Interview details
Confirmed
Selected applicants attend an interview session that includes program information and a faculty Q&A.
Not published
Current modality, location, duration, interviewer count and roles, prompts, file access, rubric and weights are not public. Official interview information
Who this program may suit
This program may suit applicants who want a compact Pomona curriculum and can connect substantial direct-care and service experience to their PA motivation. Official program
Practice and next step
Record a first response explaining why the PA profession fits your goals. Review whether your patient-care and service examples support that choice. Record a second response and compare the clarity and evidence.
Frequently asked questions
Must CASPA be verified by November 1?
No. The official page says Complete status is required.
How much patient-care experience is required?
At least 1,000 hours.
What is the interview modality?
An interview session is confirmed, but current modality, location and detailed mechanics are not public.
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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