Does the PA school you attend really make a difference? When it comes to finding a job, not so much, but when it comes to obtaining superb clinical experience along with solid faculty, excellent academics, and a top-rate student body – then yes, the PA school you attend does matter. Below is a list of […]
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PA School Ranking by PANCE Pass Rates
ince 1998, US News has been publishing the only known ranking of PA programs. Their rankings are based on subjective peer assessment surveys of PA program faculty. These peer assessment surveys are sent to deans, other administrators, and faculty at accredited physician assistant programs. Respondents rate the academic quality of physician assistant programs on a […]
What PA Admissions Directors Actually Told Applicants at the 2026 Virtual PA Admissions Fair
I reviewed the 2026 Virtual PA Admissions Fair chats and pulled out the advice admissions teams repeated again and again: complete does not mean submitted, patient-care experience is program-specific, and your application has to sound like a real human being.
31 Direct Entry PA Programs in 2026 (BS/MS Guide)
Updated July 11, 2026: compare 31 direct entry PA programs, BS/MS physician assistant programs, and dual-degree pathways for high school students.
3 Surprising Truths About the New CASPA Life Experiences Essay (And Why You Can’t Ignore It)
Just when you thought you had your CASPA application perfectly mapped out, a curveball appears at the bottom of the “Other Information” section: the new Life Experiences essay. If you are like most pre-PAs, your initial reaction was probably a mix of panic and exhaustion. You have already poured your heart, soul, and countless hours […]
Here are 10 Reasons why PAs remain one of the top-ranked careers in America in 2026 (and beyond)
Have you seen the big news? For the third year in a row, Physician Assistants/Associates are the number two healthcare job in America in 2026 and the number five of the 100 best US jobs overall with an overall score of 7.0 out of 10. While we slipped a couple of spots from #3 to […]
