Application Open Date
CASPA will open April 28, 2022, for applications for the Emory PA class of 2025 (Graduation year) entering Fall 2023 or Dual Degree students beginning Fall of 2023 and graduating in 2026.
A complete application includes the CASPA application, Emory PA Program’s Supplemental Application, and all fees. CASPA will accept up to five letters of recommendation. Our program requires 2 letters, including at least one from a health care professional with whom the applicant has worked. Relatives and personal or family friends of the applicant should not write letters of recommendation.
Application material will not be reviewed until all components and fees have been received. Additional information on the CASPA website by calling (240) 497-1895.
Application Requirements
- Completed CASPA Application, including 2 letters of recommendation
- $75.00 Non-refundable Supplemental Application fee
- Completed Emory Supplemental Application
Deadline
- Application available on CASPA: April 28, 2022
- Final application deadline (including Supplemental): September 1, 2022 Midnight EST
CASPA Application Evaluation
The program evaluates applications based on community service hours with level of involvement, GPAs, Personal Statement, Supplemental Narrative, Leadership Experiences, Honors or Publications, 2 letters of recommendation, and our program mission.
Interview
The purpose of the interview day at the Emory PA program is to assure a good match between the program and the applicant while allowing applicants an opportunity to learn more about the program. The most qualified applicants will be invited for a full day, virtual Zoom or on-site interview on a rolling basis. Apply early, but not before the minimum required clinical hours are obtained.
The Emory PA interview day includes interaction with didactic and clinical year students, a virtual tour of Emory, and interaction with faculty. The Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format is used to assess: communication skills, understanding of medical ethical issues or health policy, problem-solving, maturity, and interpersonal skills. The MMIs are not used to assess an applicant’s medical knowledge.
As part of the interview day, applicants are asked to answer a question about the PA profession or the Emory PA Program in writing on-site or virtually depending on the format the applicant has selected. This writing sample will be assessed based on content, mechanics, and organization.