Application Process The College of Health Sciences Physician Assistant Program actively seeks individuals with an undergraduate degree and diverse life experiences who desire to become physician assistants. To be considered for admission to the Physician Assistant program, an applicant must: Submit a properly completed application to CASPA. (www.caspaonline.org)
Submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended (or currently attending) directly to CASPA.
Complete a bachelor's degree and admissions prerequisites prior to enrollment (see Prerequisites section above). o
If accepted into the Brigham Young University-Idaho 3+2 Affiliation Program, at least 90 semester hours of credit, including prerequisites, must be completed prior to enrollment.
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If accepted into Western New England University 3+2 Affiliation Program, at least 101 semester hours of credit, including prerequisites, must be completed prior to enrollment.
Three (3) letters of recommendation are required; one (1) must be from a physician assistant. Arrange for required letters of evaluation to be sent directly to CASPA.
A minimum of 300 hours of direct patient care experience is required. This may be a volunteer and/or employment position(s).
In order to be familiar with the role of the physician assistant (PA) as a member of the healthcare team a minimum of 20 hours of PA shadowing is required. Shadowing in various medical disciplines is highly recommended.
Completion of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is required within three (3) years of your desired entrance date to the program. Official scores may be sent to CASPA. Salus University's designated institution code is 0432.
Immunization requirements, in compliance with state regulations and CDC recommendations for healthcare providers, are required to be completed by the time classes begin. Detailed information regarding immunization requirements will be provided at the time of matriculation to the program.
If accepted, all criminal background and drug screening clearances as required must be successfully completed.
If accepted, all Physician Assistant students must provide proof of health insurance prior to the start of the program. 159