kawatson Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 Undergrad School: George Washington University Cumulative Undergrad GPA: 3.81 Science Undergrad: 3.99 Post Graduate: 4.0 Age at application time: 24 GRE: 159Q, 159V, 4 Writing Direct Patient Care: Clinical Research Pediatric and Adult Burns: 2 years full time Physical Therapy Office Aide/Volunteer: 100 Hours ED Scribe - 200 hours Extracurricular Activities: Equestrian Team Captain Tutor for intro biology/chem and upper level bio courses Horse Rescue Orgs, Humane Society volunteer 4 National Honor awards and graduated top 2% of my class at GW Shadowing: PA Shadow Burn Unit: Just began this summer Schools Applied: UTMB, Baylor, Colorado, Oregon, MEDEX NW, Northeastern Application Submitted Date: July 7, 2015 Schools Received App: July 27th, 2015 Interview Invites: Baylor! Denied: Oregon, MEDEX, NE, Colorado, UTMB Withdrew Apps: None Accepted: HOPE I CAN UPDATE WITH GOOD NEWS Attempts: First All I can think is that I don't have the right kind of patient care background? I work with patients everyday, but it's for research purposes mostly. I am so wishing I had gone the EMT/Tech route or at least found a PA to shadow sooner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HM2toPA Posted November 3, 2015 Share Posted November 3, 2015 Undergrad Ed School: Excelsior College, Bachelor of Science- Natural Science, Biology Concentration.Cumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.93Science Undergrad. GPA: 4.0Post Bachelor GPA: N/AAge at application time : 251st GRE: N/A, applying to BS program Direct Patient Care : (type & hours) Navy Hospital Corpsman - 5 yearsGynOnc, Reproductive Endocrinoloy, Urogyn, General and Acute OB, General Gyn - 3 yearsGeneral Neuro, Peds Neuro, Movement Disorder, Autonomic Dysfunction, Epilepsy/EEG clinic - 1 yearExtracurricular/Research Activities:MEDEVAC - 6 monthsPhysical Therapy Department/Wounded Warrior Project swim coach for amputees - 4 years medical coverage (EMT) for various events such as Papal Visit, African Summit, Army ten MilerSchools Applied: University of Washington, TacomaApplication Submitted Date: September 1Schools Received Application Date: (approximate date) October 10, Excelsior did not send Statistics course completion notification on time :-(Interview Invites: still waiting, will updateDenied: will updateWithdrew Application: will updateWaitlisted: will updateAccepted: will updateAttempts: first ! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoFlo Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 Undergrad Ed School: University of Florida, PsychologyCumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.71Science Undergrad. GPA: 3.46Age at application time : 211st GRE: 304 (154 verbal, 150 quant)Direct Patient Care : (type & hours) Medical Assistant (6 months, ~500 hours), when I submitted my CASPA I only had 200 hours Dental Assistant Volunteer (24 months, ~70 hours)Schools Applied: Barry in St. Pete, Nova Ft. Myers, Orlando, and JacksonvilleApplication Submitted Date: CASPA submitted Aug 30, verified about two weeks later Schools Received Application Date: (approximate date) Nova received supplemental and CASPA on Oct 1st. Barry has not confirmed yet Interview Invites: Nova Ft. Myers (Jacksonville stated they would not offer an interview until my pre reqs that are in progress were completed)Denied: Barry Withdrew Application: Nova Jax Waitlisted: will updateAccepted: NOVA FT. MYERS! Attempts: first Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PApath76 Posted November 16, 2015 Share Posted November 16, 2015 Undergrad Ed School: Emory University School of Medicine, Bachelor's in Medical Science Cumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.57Science Undergrad. GPA: 3.77Age at application time: 381st GRE: 145 quant, 163 verbal, 5.0 writingDirect Patient Care: (type & hours) Medical Assistant 10,520 X-ray tech 1,740 MRI tech 450Schools Applied: Emory, Duke, Mercer, PCOM (GA campus)Application Submitted Date: Emory 9/30/15, Duke 11/1/15, Mercer and PCOM not yet submittedSchools Received Application Date: (approximate date) Emory received 9/30/15, Duke under review 11/12/15, others TBAInterview Invites: Duke, EmoryDenied: noneWithdrew Application: PCOM, MercerWaitlisted: noneAccepted: Duke, EmoryAttempts: second (last year had not completed more than half of prereqs at time of application) EDIT: Updated for acceptances, etc. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kawatson Posted November 19, 2015 Share Posted November 19, 2015 Undergrad Ed School: George Washington UniversityCumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.89Science Undergrad. GPA: 4.0Age at application time : 241st GRE: 159-Verbal, 159-Quantitative, 4 Analytical 2.5yrs full time work at Shriners burn hospital and UTMB in the OR and consenting pts as a researcher. Direct Patient Care : Research Coordinator - 1000hrs as a coordinator running DEXAs at Shriners and UTMB Medical Scribe (E.R.) - approximately 500 hours Extracurricular/Research Activities: - Undergrad Research Assistant: 100 Schools Applied: UTMB, Colorado, Portland, MEDEX NW, Northeastern, BaylorApplication Submitted Date: 7/7/15Schools Received Application Date: 7/21/15Interview Invites: Baylor Denied: UTMB, U Colorado, Portland, Seattle, NortheasternWaitlisted: Baylor #11Accepted: Waiting on Baylor and not feeling confident :( 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PzawifetoPA Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 I hesitated to post this since I was denied at the only program I applied to (so far) and my GPA is likely what determined that. But thought feedback would be helpful... so here goes: Undergrad Ed School: Wilmington University – Bachelors of Science –Nursing (will finish in early May2016) Delaware Technical Comm College Associate Degree – Nursing (completed May 2015) Cumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.52 (CASPA) Science Undergrad. GPA: 2.95 (CASPA) (Both GPA’s listed only include classes taken through May2015, additional classes completed / in progress / planned – so these should be stronger next cycle with all classes completed) Age at application time: 46 1st GRE: 144q 148v Analytical – 4.0 Direct Patient Care : HCE/PCE as a CMA & now RN in Dermatology office – 7072 hours (as of May 2015, additional 900+ since then) – includes shadowing PA’s or MD daily PCE - Student Nurse – 854 hours (in Med Surg (various units) / Psych / Peds / OG-GYN (including one day in Labor & Delivery as active coach during labor and child birth)/ Long term care / Hospice / Drug & Alcohol Detox / OR experience observing Extracurricular/Research Activities: Cantor / Choir member at church Wife & Mom Schools Applied: Arcadia – DE campus (really wanted to stay local if I start this year due to family obligations) (I am considering applying to Temple (Developing Program) / PCOM / Penn State, since application deadlines are still open – just weighing out pros/cons of daily commuting effect on personal obligations vs. waiting until next cycle when I would be able to apply to numerous programs and hopefully have the option of picking from multiple acceptances.) Any thoughts or suggestions? CASPA submitted: August 18, 2015 CASPA verified: August 28, 2015 Schools Received Application Date: September 2015 Interview Invites: None Denied: Arcadia Attempts: First Feedback welcome and appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tavenne323 Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 Undergrad Ed School: University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Major Athletic Training, Minor Business AdministrationCumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.41Science Undergrad. GPA: 3.60 Graduate Ed.: College of St. Scholastica, Exercise Physiology Graduate GPA: 3.53Post Bachelor GPA: 4.00 (all pre-requisites, one was a retake that I originally got a C- in, two were classes I had to take over because mine were too old, one was a classes I didn't have yet) Cumulative Science: 3.58 Age at application time: 33 GRE: Did not take, not required Shadow Hours: none, but I work alongside a PA for 3 years, and I am currently working alongside four PAs Letters of Reference: PA, MD, ManagerDirect Patient Care: Certified Athletic Trainer, 7 years, some part-time, most full-time, ~11,500 hoursMedical Assistant, started at the end of September, 320 hours so far. Will continue until accepted. Research: none Volunteer: Variety. Hawk Ridge, Grandma's Marathon, Church Fundraisers, Mostly seasonal and temporary. ~350 hours Schools Applied: UW-Madison (DE and Campus)Application Submitted Date: 6/23/2015 Application Verified Date: 7/7/2015Schools Received Application Date: 7/28/2015 Supplemental Submitted Date: 9/24/2015Interview Invites: none, invites go out mid-DecemberDenied: Withdrew Application: likely none since I only applied to oneWaitlisted:Accepted:Attempts: 1st Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HM2toPA Posted December 16, 2015 Share Posted December 16, 2015 Undergrad Ed School: Excelsior College, Bachelor of Science- Natural Science, Biology Concentration. Cumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.93 Science Undergrad. GPA: 4.0 Post Bachelor GPA: N/A Age at application time : 25 1st GRE: N/A, applying to BS program Direct Patient Care : (type & hours) Navy Hospital Corpsman - 5 years GynOnc, Reproductive Endocrinology, Urogyn, General and Acute OB, General Gyn - 3 years General Neuro, Peds Neuro, Movement Disorder, Autonomic Dysfunction, Epilepsy/EEG clinic - 1 year Extracurricular/Research Activities: MEDEVAC - 6 months Physical Therapy Department/Wounded Warrior Project swim coach for amputees - 4 years medical coverage (EMT) for various events such as Papal Visit, African Summit, Army ten Miler, Schools Applied: University of Washington, Tacoma Application Submitted Date: September 1 Schools Received Application Date: (approximate date) October 10, Excelsior did not send Statistics course completion notification on time :-( Interview Invites: still waiting, will update Denied: will update Withdrew Application: will update Waitlisted: will update Accepted: will update Attempts: first ! Invited for interview from MEDEX! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neurobics Posted December 31, 2015 Share Posted December 31, 2015 At time of application I will have, Undergrad Ed School: University of California, Los Angeles, UCLA Major: Physics B.S.Cumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.5Science Undergrad. GPA: 3.41Post Bachelor GPA: 4.0 Pre-Req GPA: 4.0 (I have all required, recommended, and more)Age at application time : 23-24 GRE: 72nd percentile across the board Direct Patient Care : Phlebotomist in hospital 720 hours Extracurricular/Research Activities: US Department of Energy, Fermilab summer intern (high energy particle physics lab) Volunteer ESL instructor UCLA new student freshmen/transfer counselor volunteer Private tutor in math and physics Dance classes and performances Schools Applied: Northern Arizona University, A.T. Still University, Nova Southeastern University (Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Fort Myers) Top Choices: Northern Arizona University, Nova Southeastern University (Fort Lauderdale)Application Submitted Date: Will submit by deadlines: 9/1/16, 9/1/16, 12/1/16, 1/15/17, 12/1/16, respectivelySchools Received Application Date: Interview Invites: Denied: Withdrew Application: Waitlisted: Accepted: Attempts: What do you guys think? Good chance at acceptance on first try? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
futurepa07668 Posted January 9, 2016 Share Posted January 9, 2016 Here are my stats! I plan on applying next cycle. What are my chances of getting in? Thanks for your feedback! Cumulative undergrad gpa :3.3 Cumulative science:3.0 (4.0 last 20 credits post bac) Hce: 1200 CNA Volunteer experience: about 2500 hours (I did a year with Americorps,I was a tutor and I volunteered with Hispanic communities) I am also fluent in spanish and I plan on taking the gre Thanks for your feedback! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tavenne323 Posted January 9, 2016 Share Posted January 9, 2016 I have an interview on January 28-29. Undergrad Ed School: University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Major Athletic Training, Minor Business Administration Cumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.41 Science Undergrad. GPA: 3.60 Graduate Ed.: College of St. Scholastica, Exercise Physiology Graduate GPA: 3.53 Post Bachelor GPA: 4.00 (all pre-requisites, one was a retake that I originally got a C- in, two were classes I had to take over because mine were too old, one was a classes I didn't have yet) Cumulative Science: 3.58 Age at application time: 33 GRE: Did not take, not required Shadow Hours: none, but I work alongside a PA for 3 years, and I am currently working alongside four PAs Letters of Reference: PA, MD, Manager Direct Patient Care: Certified Athletic Trainer, 7 years, some part-time, most full-time, ~11,500 hours Medical Assistant, started at the end of September, 320 hours so far. Will continue until accepted. Research: none Volunteer: Variety. Hawk Ridge, Grandma's Marathon, Church Fundraisers, Mostly seasonal and temporary. ~350 hours Schools Applied: UW-Madison (DE and Campus) Application Submitted Date: 6/23/2015 Application Verified Date: 7/7/2015 Schools Received Application Date: 7/28/2015 Supplemental Submitted Date: 9/24/2015 Interview Invites: none, invites go out mid-December Denied: Withdrew Application: likely none since I only applied to one Waitlisted: Accepted: Attempts: 1st Tiffany Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrenchieBee2018 Posted January 25, 2016 Share Posted January 25, 2016 Undergrad Ed School: Iowa StateCumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.88Science Undergrad. GPA: 3.34 Post Bachelor GPA: 3.5 Cumulative Science: 3.34 Age at application time: 26 GRE: V/159 Q/144 A/5.0 Shadow Hours: 20 (MDs, PAs, NPs) Letters of Reference: PA, 2 supervisors, professorDirect Patient Care: 1500 CNA 300 volunteerResearch: None Volunteer: ED, patient discharge, psych Schools Applied: 19 schools total. It would take too long to list them all.Application Submitted Date: 7/13/2015 Application Verified Date: 7/21/2015Interview Invites: 3Denied: 16Withdrew Application: 0Waitlisted: 1Accepted: 0Attempts: 2nd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanders87 Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Undergrad Ed School: Emory University, Film Major and Sociology Minor Pre-Reqs: Harold Washington College and Malcolm X College in Chicago (didn't take many sciences in undergrad) Cumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.62Science GPA: 3.9 Age at application time: 28 GRE: V/156 Q/152 A/5.0 Shadow Hours: 30 PA Letters of Reference: PA, 1 MD, 1 professor, 1 supervisorDirect Patient Care: 500 Physical Therapy Rehab Assistant 250 Assisted an MD 160 Assisted an NP 100 Assisted a different MD For reapplication I have a CNA and will be volunteering in a hospital in Africa for 5 weeks Volunteer: 3 years at the Alzheimer's Association 1 Year at St. Jude Children's Hospital Research: None Volunteer: Orthopedics, Pediatrics, Geriatrics Schools Applied: Duke, Emory, Elon, Franklin Pierce, University of New England, Rush University, Northwestern, Rosalind Franklin, University of the Pacific, Bay Path University, George Washington, University of Florida, Cornell Application Submitted Date: 8/16/15 Application Verified Date: 8/24/2015Interview Invites: 2-- Bay Path University, Elon UniversityDenied: 12Withdrew Application: 0Waitlisted: 1- Elon UniversityAccepted: 0Attempts: 1st I was told by a few admissions directors that my clinical was my downfall, so I'm hoping that working as a CNA and volunteering at a hospital in Tanzania will help me! -Taylor 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rj24 Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 Undergrad Ed School: Baylor University, BA BiologyOverall GPA: 3.47Overall Science GPA: 3.07Post Bacc GPA: 4.00 (13 credit hours)Age at application time: 231st GRE: Quantitative 150, Verbal 151, Writing 2.5 (I KNOW)Direct Patient Care: (type & hours)Patient Care Assistant (2 years, 2100 hours) Volunteer/Community Service/Shadowing:50 hours of shadowing with an ENT PA at a sinus clinic ~50 hours of volunteer/community service LOR: PA, nurse director of my floor, previous professor/academic advisorSchools Applied: UNTHSC, Texas Tech, Touro (CA), South College, Nova Southeastern (Ft. Lauderdale)Application Submitted Date: October 31st 2015Schools Received Application Date: (approximate date) About ten days after submissionInterview Invites: Touro (CA)Denied: UNTHSC, Texas TechWaitlisted: Touro (CA) Low alternate listAccepted: N/AAttempts: First application cycle This was my first time applying. After going through this process, I have gained confidence for the next application cycle. My best piece of advice: Don't doubt yourself! Also, I would appreciate any advice regarding ways to improve my application. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holly_Diana Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 Undergrad Ed School: Baylor University, BA Biology Overall GPA: 3.47 Overall Science GPA: 3.07 Post Bacc GPA: 4.00 (13 credit hours) Age at application time: 23 1st GRE: Quantitative 150, Verbal 151, Writing 2.5 (I KNOW) Direct Patient Care: (type & hours) Patient Care Assistant (2 years, 2100 hours) Volunteer/Community Service/Shadowing: 50 hours of shadowing with an ENT PA at a sinus clinic ~50 hours of volunteer/community service LOR: PA, nurse director of my floor, previous professor/academic advisor Schools Applied: UNTHSC, Texas Tech, Touro (CA), South College, Nova Southeastern (Ft. Lauderdale) Application Submitted Date: October 31st 2015 Schools Received Application Date: (approximate date) About ten days after submission Interview Invites: Touro (CA) Denied: UNTHSC, Texas Tech Waitlisted: Touro (CA) Low alternate list Accepted: N/A Attempts: First application cycle This was my first time applying. After going through this process, I have gained confidence for the next application cycle. My best piece of advice: Don't doubt yourself! Also, I would appreciate any advice regarding ways to improve my application. My best piece of advice is submit your application earlier. A lot of programs work on rolling admission processes (I know when I applied I had my first two interviews in July and heard about two acceptances the first two weeks of August. If programs don't care about your writing score on the GRE, then I wouldn't worry about it too much, but if they do, I would maybe suggest retaking the GRE. Good luck! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n577 Posted April 17, 2016 Share Posted April 17, 2016 Undergrad Ed School: Large southern University, Anthropology and Spanish majors Pre-Reqs: At my university and a community college Cumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.8Science GPA: 3.5 Age at application time: 23 GRE: V/155 Q/152 Shadow Hours: 10 hours with OBGYN MD, 10 hours with ENT MD, 50 hours with NP, 8 hours with Urology PA (observed in the OR), 12 hours with primary care PA Letters of Reference: NP/supervisor, another NP/supervisor, a professor, MD I shadowedDirect Patient Care: 700 Clinical Medical Assistant in small private practice 100 Assisted an MD 600 and counting as a Health Screener Healthcare Experience: 150 hours medical billing/coding stuff Volunteer: 100 hours clinical volunteer 40 hours volunteer at health fairs Research: Archaeology research, osteology research, behavioral psychology research assistant Schools Applied: UTSW, TTech, UTMB, George Washington University, MUSC, Duke, UAB, USA, PCOM, UNC, Duke, Elon, U of Colorado, Hardin-Simmons, OK-TulsaApplication Submitted Date: late June Application Verified Date: early JulyInterview Invites: none yetDenied: 1Withdrew Application: 0Waitlisted: 0Accepted: 0Attempts: second *edited 8/18/2016 for current app cycle* For this cycle I have increased patient care hours, shadowed two PAs (and hoping to shadow some more), have four letters of recommendation, and increased and changed the schools applied. Waiting and hoping for good news! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M1ke10191 Posted April 27, 2016 Share Posted April 27, 2016 Undergrad Ed School: The College of Saint RoseCumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.26Science Undergrad. GPA: 3.19Post Bachelor GPA: 4.00Age at application time : 251st GRE: 152V, 155Q, 5.5WDirect Patient Care : (type & hours) Paid EMT - 6,000 hoursCardiac Monitor Technician - 3,000 hoursExtracurricular/Research Activities:Volunteer EMT - 600 hoursSchools Applied: Albany MedLe MoyneMCPHSNortheasternNOVA Southeastern - Fort MyersNOVA Southeastern - JascksonvilleUT SouthwesternUniversity of CharlestonEmoryApplication Submitted Date: April 27Schools Received Application Date: (approximate date): 6/18, was waiting on some lettersInterview Invites: Emory, Wingate, Albany Med, Campbell, Nova Ft Myers, Nova Jax, Le MoyneDenied: University of Charleston, MCPHS, UT Southwestern, NortheasternWithdrew Application: Le Moyne (already had a prior acceptance)Waitlisted: EmoryAccepted: Nova JaxAttempts: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmtra24 Posted May 2, 2016 Share Posted May 2, 2016 Undergrad Ed School: B.S. in Biology at private 4-year university Cumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.55Science Undergrad. GPA: 3.2Post Bacc GPA: 4.00 (12 credits) Age at application time : 221st GRE: 155V, 147Q, 4.5W Shadowing: ~10hrs PA in ED, ~20hrs MD in general surgery LOR: MD/ professor, 2 biology professors Direct Patient Care : (type & hours) Tech ~150 hours on cardiac telemetry unit CNA ~900 hours at long term care facility Extracurricular/Research Activities: N/A Volunteer:Volunteer at Mission Hospital over seas ~3 weeks Worked in Variety Show to raise money for Harbor House Schools Applied: St. Francis-IN SIU Midwestern-IL Rosalind Franklin Butler Trevecca Application Submitted Date: Late May Schools Received Application Date: (approximate date): Early-Mid JuneInterview Invites: 1Denied: 4 (never heard from one school)Withdrew Application: 0Waitlisted: 1Accepted: 0Attempts: 1 This was my first attempt and I didn't get into any of the programs I applied to. I am applying again this year and have another year as a tech in a hospital under my belt. Should I retake the GRE and try to get a higher score to counter balance my low science GPA? Not sure if I can do better a second time around though... More PA shadowing hours would have definitely helped but the PA's in my area were too busy to have me shadow... Any other tips/ advice on how to improve my app would be greatly appreciated! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neurobics Posted May 15, 2016 Share Posted May 15, 2016 Undergrad Ed School: UCLA 2015 Physics B.S. Pre-Reqs GPA: 4.0 Gen Chem 1&2 Lec/Lab - A, A Ochem 1 Lec/Lab - A Gen Bio 1 Lec/Lab - A Calculus 1, 2, 3 - A, A, A Differential equations - A Linear Algebra - A Statistics - A Psychology - A Social Psychology - A Fundamentals of Healthcare Delivery - A Health and Wellness - A Calculus-based Physics 1&2 Lec/Lab - A, A Anatomy Physiology 1&2 Lec/Lab - A, A Microbiology Lec/Lab - A Genetics - IP Gen Bio 2 Lec/Lab - IP Biochemistry - planned Human Pathophysiology - planned Cumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.48Science GPA: 3.38 Post Bacc GPA: 4.0 (20 units) My GPA fell once I got to upper division classes, I started partying a lot more and realized I didn't want to become a physicist anymore. I had to do some solid soul searching and career research to decide on pursuing a physician assistant career. Age at application time: 23 almost 24 GRE: V: 74th percentile Q: 71st percentile W: 38th percentile (I should have actually prepared for this test and not stayed up so late the night before. Only 1 hour of sleep) Shadow Hours: trying to get some Letters of Reference: 2 professors (one of which is a physical therapist), my phlebotomist preceptor, and trying to find a PA and/or doctor Certifications: ASCP Phlebotomy TechnicianDirect Patient Care: 550 hours phlebotomist in hospital Research: summer internship with US Department of Energy - Fermilab Volunteer: Teaching ESL at community library, UCLA new student mentor/counselor Schools Applied: Northern Arizona University, Arizona School of Health Sciences, South University - Tampa, NOVA - Fort Lauderdale and Orlando, Penn State, Thomas Jefferson University, Baylor College of MedicineApplication Submitted Date: IP Application Verified Date: IPInterview Invites: Denied: Withdrew Application: Waitlisted: Accepted: Attempts: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellydickey Posted May 20, 2016 Share Posted May 20, 2016 Undergrad Ed School: The University of New MexicoCumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.84Science Undergrad. GPA: 3.67Post Bachelor GPA: n/aAge at application time : 261st GRE: Haven't taken... yetDirect Patient Care : (type & hours) Paid Paramedic - 4,000 hours Paid Med Assistant - 2,000 hours Paid Trauma Coordinator - 100 hoursExtracurricular/Research Activities:Volunteer EMT Los Ranchos Fire Dept - 3,000 hours Volunteer Paramedic - Ennis Ambulance Volunteer Dog Walker at animal shelter Volunteer for Relay For Life Schools Applied: UNM, Texas Tech, MEDEX at UW, Pacific, Utah, Oregon HSC, Midwestern, NAU, Duke, St. Francis Application Submitted Date: In progress.... Schools Received Application Date: (approximate date):Interview Invites:Denied:Withdrew Application:Waitlisted:Accepted:Attempts: This year is my first attempt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenab1 Posted May 21, 2016 Share Posted May 21, 2016 Undergrad Ed School: Concordia University Irvine Cumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.49 Science Undergrad. GPA: 3.18 Post Bach GPA: n/a Age at application time : 22 1st GRE: V-159 Q-150 W-4.5 Direct Patient Care : (type & hours) Nursing assistant in float pool at large hospital in Southern California: 960 hrs Patient care attendant in float pool at large hospital in Southern California: 2680 hrs Total: 3640 Healthcare Experience (non-paid): Student intern (ER Tech): 408 hrs Receptionist at pregnancy care center: 324 hrs Junior volunteer nurse's aide: 640 hrs Volunteer: Peer health and Wellness education volunteer: 148 hrs Church campus volunteer: 384 hrs Missionary volunteer: 448 hrs Shadowing: Ortho PA: 20 hrs Family Med PA: 16 hrs Family Med NP: 11 hrs ED MD: 8 hrs LORs: -Clinical supervisor who's known me for many years -Family Med PA -Family med NP (who's known me for many years) -science prof -non-science prof whom I've had for a few classes and studied abroad with Schools Applied (18): Concordia University Wisconsin, Carroll University, Baylor, U. Of South Alabama, U. Of St. Francis (Indiana), Des Moines University, St. Ambrose University, Idaho State, U. Of Findlay, Marrietta College, Campbell, Wake Forest, South College (TN), Indiana Univeristy of Health Sciences, James Madison Univeristy, U. Of Charleston, Wingate, Sullivan Application Submitted Date: May 7 Application Verified Date: May 13 Interview Invites: (update) 2 so far, Wingate and University of Charleston! Denied: Withdrew Application: Waitlisted: Accepted: Attempts: 1st Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiggySRNA Posted May 21, 2016 Share Posted May 21, 2016 Undergrad Ed School: University of Massachusetts. BS Exercise and Health ScienceCumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.5 verified (3.54 once final grades are posted) 3.16 (Fr) -> 3.40 (So) -> 3.58 (Jr) -> 3.70 (Sr) Science Undergrad. GPA: 3.45 verified (3.53 once final grades are posted) Pre-requisites. GPA: 3.41- 3.65 (depending on program)Age at application time: 231st GRE: N/APaid Direct Patient Care: 1714 hours and counting Urgent Care MA 1020 hours, Med-Surg Nursing Assistant 481 hours, Radiology Aide 214 hours Health Care Related Experiences: Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program (internship) ~ 400 hours Extracurricular/Research Activities: 1,290 community service hours Boston Medical Center 38 volunteer hours GoKids 3 volunteer hours Health Equity Scholars Program 10 hours Shadowing Bariatric Surgery 8 hours (MD) Internal Medicine 30 hours (MD) Primary Care 4.5 hours (PA-C) - will be shadowing more during the summer LORS: A&P Professor, Clinical Supervisor, 2 MDs, & Community service supervisor Certifications/Licenses/Awards NREMT, EMT-B, BLS/CPR Magna Cum Laude Dean's List x 5 semesters Nominations for a few awards during undergrad Schools Applied/Applying to: UC Davis University of Utah Samuel Merritt University New York Institute of Technology Touro University California Thomas Jefferson University West Liberty University Application Submitted Date: 05/4/2016 (verified 05/11/2016)Schools Received Application Date: (approximate date)Interview Invites:Denied:Withdrew Application:Waitlisted:Accepted: Attempts: 1 ***Submitting early can put you in the first batch of applicants BUT…it comes with a price. Since I submitted so early, I auto-disqualified myself from programs that require a verified BS at the time of CASPA application submission so I took them off my list*** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hilde11 Posted May 26, 2016 Share Posted May 26, 2016 Undergrad Ed School: The School of art institute of Chicago, bachelor of fine artsCumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.5 Science Undergrad. GPA: 3.75Age at application time: 26human anatomy- A Human physiology- A Microbiology- A principles of biology- A stats- B biochemistry- B+1st GRE: V 148 Q 145 W 4.0Paid Direct Patient Care: Ortho-CNA June 2016- present Cardiac -CNA- 619 hours chiropractic therapy aide- 800 hours 1400 hours total volunteer: feed my starving children- 8 hrs chiropractic assistant- 200 hrs church service- 8 hours Shadowing orthopedic Surgeon with ortho PA- 40 hours LORS: orthopedic surgeon- MD chiropractor- DO academic professor RN supervisor Certifications/Licenses/Awards CNA, BLS/CPR Dean's List x 2 semesters Schools Applied/Applying to: Rosalind Franklin NorthWestern Heritage Arizona state EVMS Ausburg Pacific University Schools Received Application Date: (approximate date)Interview Invites:Denied:Withdrew Application:Waitlisted:Accepted: Attempts: 2 This is my second year applying, I purchased a PA personal statement editing service this year to help with my application. Last cycle I only applied to one school and only had about 900 HCE. If anyone could provide me with feedback I would appreciate it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koalas11 Posted May 26, 2016 Share Posted May 26, 2016 Undergrad Ed School: B.S. in Biology at private 4-year university Cumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.55 Science Undergrad. GPA: 3.2 Post Bacc GPA: 4.00 (12 credits) Age at application time : 22 1st GRE: 155V, 147Q, 4.5W Shadowing: ~10hrs PA in ED, ~20hrs MD in general surgery LOR: MD/ professor, 2 biology professors Direct Patient Care : (type & hours) Tech ~150 hours on cardiac telemetry unit CNA ~900 hours at long term care facility Extracurricular/Research Activities: N/A Volunteer: Volunteer at Mission Hospital over seas ~3 weeks Worked in Variety Show to raise money for Harbor House Schools Applied: St. Francis-IN SIU Midwestern-IL Rosalind Franklin Butler Trevecca Application Submitted Date: Late May Schools Received Application Date: (approximate date): Early-Mid June Interview Invites: 1 Denied: 4 (never heard from one school) Withdrew Application: 0 Waitlisted: 1 Accepted: 0 Attempts: 1 This was my first attempt and I didn't get into any of the programs I applied to. I am applying again this year and have another year as a tech in a hospital under my belt. Should I retake the GRE and try to get a higher score to counter balance my low science GPA? Not sure if I can do better a second time around though... More PA shadowing hours would have definitely helped but the PA's in my area were too busy to have me shadow... Any other tips/ advice on how to improve my app would be greatly appreciated! Your science GPA is not terrible, but I think you should broaden your horizons and search for schools that take a more holistic approach to reviewing your application. You have a decent amount of patient care hours, but getting some time with a PA would be beneficial. What are the percentiles for each section of your GRE? If any of them are below 50%, I would recommend re-taking it. Good luck! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koalas11 Posted May 26, 2016 Share Posted May 26, 2016 Undergrad Ed School: Large southern University, Anthropology and Spanish majors Pre-Reqs: At my university and a community college Cumulative Undergrad. GPA: 3.8 Science GPA: 3.5 Age at application time: 23 GRE: V/155 Q/152 Shadow Hours: 10 hours with OBGYN MD, 10 hours with ENT MD, 50 hours with NP Letters of Reference: NP/supervisor, another NP/supervisor, and a professor Direct Patient Care: 700 Clinical Medical Assistant in small private practice 100 Assisted an MD 300 and counting as a Health Screener Healthcare Experience: 150 hours medical billing/coding stuff Volunteer: 100 hours clinical volunteer 40 hours volunteer at health fairs Research: Archaeology research, osteology research, behavioral psychology research assistant Schools Applied: UTSW, UNT, UTMB, George Washington University, MUSC, Duke, UAB Application Submitted Date: July Application Verified Date: July Interview Invites: 1 Denied: 7 Withdrew Application: 0 Waitlisted: 0 Accepted: 0 Attempts: first I think I should have found a PA to shadow and possibly write me a recommendation. At the time I worked full time so I asked my supervisors to write me letters. I also suspect more patient care experience wouldn't hurt. I would really appreciate any suggestions or feedback. Thanks! Definitely shadow and get as much experience with a PA as you can. I would also recommend having a PA write at least one of your letters of reference. The rest of your application seems fine but schools want to see that you have had exposure to the PA profession and that you understand their role in healthcare. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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