AAPA Which program is right for you?

Tip: Create an excel spreadsheet to compare schools in order to determine which programs are the best fit for you and to keep track of all the various requirements and deadlines.

See spreadsheet template below:

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Via The PA Platform: 10 Ways to Increase Your Chance of Getting Into PA School.

Apply early! Many PA programs have rolling admissions, which means they will evaluate your application as soon as it is complete. If you wait until later in the cycle, there's a chance that the interview slots will already be full. Typically, May or June is still considered early.

Make sure you meet the requirements. When choosing programs to apply to, don't waste your time or money if you can't check all of the boxes. Requirements are not flexible, and schools do not make exceptions.

Triple check your application. There's no reason to have any errors in your application. Make sure the information you entered is correct without any typos. This is an easy one, but you don't want to look careless.

Follow up on your applications. You can be proactive by keeping tabs on your applications. If you get a rejection, try to find out what you can improve on. In that waiting phase, you can send updates on any additional hours or coursework you're continuing to work on.

Apply with the mindset of reapplying. It's not uncommon to apply to PA school more than once these days. After you submit, go ahead and start thinking about reapplying. You don't get to take a break and if it comes to that, you should be able to show that you have improved your application since the last cycle.