Program Overview
When you apply to the PA program, move past most of the competition with a guaranteed interview by Physician Assistant admissions staff. You can apply to JWU’s Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS) as an undergrad in one of JWU’s pre-health bachelor’s degree programs (Biology, Health Science or Exercise & Sports Science) if you meet academic and experiential eligibility requirements.
To be considered for the guaranteed interview, you must
- Submit an application to the JWU PA program through the Central Application service for Physician Assistants (CASPA) by September 1 of the calendar year prior to intended matriculation, as well as a letter of recommendation from JWU pre-health faculty
- Meet all criteria for admission to the program, including prerequisite course work, direct patient care experience, and PA shadowing
- Achieve a minimum CASPA-calculated cumulative GPA of 3.30 and BCP (biology/chemistry/physics) GPA of 3.30, with no grade below C
You’ll benefit from the close professional relationships between your program and the Physician Assistant program, which feature many of the same faculty. These faculty understand the demands and requirements of the PA program, and will work with you to define the most competitive patient care experience.
This experience includes important PA visitation opportunities that allow you to see the program in action and find out if it’s the right career for you.
Read the full JWU articulation agreement.