The purpose of the interview day at the Emory PA program is to assure a good match between the program and the candidate while allowing candidates an opportunity to learn more about the program.
Online Interviews via Zoom
In 2023, we will select qualified candidates for online MMI format interviews via Zoom. The interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis, first come first serve. Once interview slots are filled, candidates will be added to a waitlist, but are not guaranteed an interview. It is best to apply early as soon as all requirements are completed. There will be invited dates for an optional campus tour for interview candidates.
Format of Interviews
Emory PA interviews are conducted in the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format used at many PA programs and Medical Schools in the US. The MMIs assess:
- Communication skills
- Understanding of medical ethical issues or health policy
- Problem-solving
- Maturity
- Attitudes
- Interpersonal skills.
The MMIs are not used to assess a candidate’s medical knowledge.
Question and Answer Session
In addition to the MMIs, candidates will interact online with the Director of Admissions and current PA students who will share information about student life. There is devoted time for questions.
Optional Campus Tours
Interview candidates will be offered optional campus tours with the Director of Admissions usually scheduled from 2 – 5 pm Sunday afternoons during the Interview months of August and September.
Admissions Process
The admissions team will contact candidates after all interviews are completed in October to share the admissions committee’s decision to
- Offer a position in the incoming class,
- Place the candidate on the waiting list, or
- Release the candidate from consideration
Candidates offered a position have two weeks to accept and make a $1,000 deposit that will be applied to the first semester’s tuition.
Waiting List
Candidates on the waiting list are ranked and will be offered positions based on availability after all interviews are completed. Waitlist candidates who have been offered a position will have two weeks to accept the position and make the $1,000 deposit.
Deferment
Students accepted into the Emory PA Program may apply for a one-year deferment by writing to the Director of Admissions before the beginning of orientation week. The Admissions Committee will review each case and decisions are made on an individual basis. Students whose deferment request has been granted must reach out to the Director of Admissions no later than April 1 to discuss requirements for re-admission into the program. Those students not granted deferment must reapply to the program through CASPA.