kuzya4236 Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 So out of the 14 programs I have applied to I have gotten 8 rejections, one of them being after I was interviewed. I realize that its probably not going to turn out that much better with the remaining programs. So I was wondering what could be improved in my application, here are my stats 3.3 GPA 3.3 Science (took many of the recommended courses such as biochemistry, molecular biology, cellular biology, developmental Psyc, Abnormal psyc, ect) Unofficial GRE: 160V 164 Q 3000 hrs Home Heath Aide (most programs consider this as patient experience) 68 hrs ER Scribe 200 hrs ER Volunteer 20+hrs Shadowing (Intensive Radiology, Emergency, OR, pediatrics, ICU, Neurology) Graduated recently with a BS in Chemistry with Biochem Concentration. I know I definitely could improve my GPA. I also submitted my application at the end of August, so I probably want to apply as early as I can in the next cycle. What else would you guys recommend? Are community college courses really looked down on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiggySRNA Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 Definitely apply earlier. Increase your scribe hours or pursue another position like CNA in a hospital setting. You could also improve your GPA but given the fact you already received your B.S., a class or two will do little to no improvement on your GPA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyNameWasUsed Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 apply broader. Try to aim for schools with 3.4/3.5 average GPAs of accepted students. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kuzya4236 Posted January 8, 2016 Author Share Posted January 8, 2016 Definitely apply earlier. Increase your scribe hours or pursue another position like CNA in a hospital setting. You could also improve your GPA but given the fact you already received your B.S., a class or two will do little to no improvement on your GPA. Yeah, I definitely might look into getting certified to do CNA or pursue being a scribe. I wish I knew the best path to a PA when I was in high school, being a first generation immigrant, I didn't know about all the avenues that are available. If I had to do it over again I would definitely get a degree that allowed me to work in a hospital. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guiriguiri Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 Those stats look good enough to at least land 1 interview. I would reevaluate my personal statement and my LORs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiggySRNA Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 Yeah, I definitely might look into getting certified to do CNA or pursue being a scribe. I wish I knew the best path to a PA when I was in high school, being a first generation immigrant, I didn't know about all the avenues that are available. If I had to do it over again I would definitely get a degree that allowed me to work in a hospital. I sympathize with you! It's all a learning experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disciple3 Posted January 9, 2016 Share Posted January 9, 2016 I ditto the above, something is wrong with personal statement/LORs or you really picked the wrong programs. Reassess those and apply when CASPA OPENS!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator rev ronin Posted January 9, 2016 Administrator Share Posted January 9, 2016 Q: What should I improve? A: Everything you can! Start working on the next year's CASPA as soon as this year's is submitted! More HCE, better GPA, volunteering, shadowing, etc. ANYTHING you can to make it better? Go do it now! So, by the time CASPA opens, you've got a ton of new/better stuff to put in, so you can apply early, broadly, and go kick some butt. :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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