pshaw Posted April 16, 2022 Share Posted April 16, 2022 Hi guys, I'm currently an undergrad majoring in human biology on a pre-PA track. I'm in the honors program at my university and they require students to do research. First, does research look good on a PA application? I have the choice to do microbiology research or physiology research. The microbiology research is a program I was accepted into and I would get paid for this opportunity. I guess my second question is, would this paid research internship by the NIH really stick out to admissions? Are PA schools picky with letters or recommendation? I'm just curious if they will value a LOR from a PI or are they more focused on clinical worker LORs. Or does it not matter? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UGoLong Posted April 16, 2022 Share Posted April 16, 2022 A general question that's hard to answer. In general, research experience seems less important than clinical experience. If you have clinical experience, then some research experience might be a good plus. As far as references, the most important ones are usually your clinical supervisors and professors. On the other hand, the best one I ever read was from an applicant's college soccer coach. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aimeeperryn Posted April 27, 2022 Share Posted April 27, 2022 I have research experience and my former PI is one of my letter writers. He knows me better than any other professor and can write a strong letter. Also some schools include a research project so having that experience is a good thing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UGoLong Posted April 28, 2022 Share Posted April 28, 2022 Experience is never a bad thing. The question for you to answer is: what kind of experience do you need to make your application better? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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