gamecaco4 Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 I am jumping the gun a little, but I am wondering about the possibility of being accepted for a PA program right after getting my bachelors. I'm in a CC now working on getting an associates in science, will transfer to a university to get a bachelors in biology (I'm thinking) then, in a perfect world, would get accepted into the PA program at the university I'll get my bachelors from. I'll get my CNA in Feb and start working on patient care hours now so I have plenty by the time I apply for the program. I'm hoping and working hard to keep my GPA up (4.0 right now). So, am I delusional in thinking that I could apply and be accepted to start a program right after getting my bachelors? -Melissa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gbphel4828 Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 No! I am 22 and am about to graduate in the next 2 weeks with my bachelors. I've been accepted into one school so far and still have more interviews to go to! While the programs want applicants to have experience they also want the class to be diversified and accept driven students fresh out of their undergrad that have shown a true commitment to the profession. Stay motivated and keep up the good work because one day in the future all that hard work will pay off! (Might I mention getting accepted into PA school is a wonderful feeling:) ) if you have any questions feel free to message me! Good luck with your journey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lumina Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 Hey! You can definitely get in out of undergrad! My advice is to apply to many schools and apply early (in June!). Each school is different and some schools value experience more than others. From my experience it seems like the top ranked schools interview those with a lot of hands on experience over high gpas. The first school I interviewed at this year had many individuals who were still in school interviewing which I found a little surprising. Good luck! It is definitely possible!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jnicosia Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 It is definitely possible! I graduated from undergrad in the beginning of May, and started PA school at the end of May. I know a lot of people who enjoyed having a year off to work and save up some money, but for me it was much easier starting PA school already being in the "academic" mind set! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolbreeze Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 It is possible! :) Keep working hard you'll make it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Steve Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 can even get in to PA school without finishing your undergrad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoTheEvolution Posted December 2, 2012 Share Posted December 2, 2012 If you meet minimum hours and look great on paper in most to all facets of the application, it'll come down to the interview and how much they perceive you as 'on the ball' and mature/responsible relative to your age, imho. ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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