The Central Application Service for Physician Assistants
TIPS ✎
Mid-April: CASPA opens!
CASPA generally closes the next March or early April (varies by year)
Most programs work on a rolling admissions basis; meaning they review applications as they come in
It’s important to give yourself sufficient time to finish applications and supplemental forms early on in the application cycle.
**REMINDER: make sure to check when each school starts (i.e. fall, spring, summer) to stay on top of specific deadlines!!
General Outline:
Current members can find a step by step powerpoint in the APPAS google drive which has detailed tips and instructions to help you apply on CASPA
Creating a CASPA Account
Personal Information
Academic History
High School & Colleges attended
Official College Transcript & Transcript Entry
GRE Scores
Supporting Information
Letters of Recommendation
Experience
Shadowing, Patient Care Hours, Volunteer Hours, Extracurricular Activities, Personal Achievements
Personal Statement
Memberships to Clubs & other Organizations
Program Materials (program specific)
Prerequisite Tab
Resume
Certifications
Occasional Supplemental Essay Questions