Application Open Date
CASPA will open late April 2025, for applications for the Emory PA class of 2028 (Graduation year) entering Fall 2026 or Dual Degree students beginning Fall of 2026 after one year Public Health and graduating in 2029.
A complete application includes the CASPA application, Emory PA Program’s Supplemental Application, and all fees. CASPA will accept up to five letters of recommendation. Our program requires 2 letters, including at least one from a healthcare professional with whom the applicant has worked. Relatives and personal or family friends of the applicant should not write letters of recommendation.
Application material will not be reviewed until all components and fees have been received. Additional information on the CASPA website or by calling (240) 497-1895.
Deadline
- Application available on CASPA: End of April 2025
- Final application deadline (including Supplemental): June 15, 2025, Midnight EST
- Candidates are encouraged to apply early. Those who qualify for an interview will be scheduled in order of application completion date in July and August. Once interview slots are full, candidates will be placed on an interview waitlist, and are not guaranteed an interview. All admissions decisions will occur after all interviews are completed in August and candidates will be notified by email.
CASPA Application Evaluation
The program evaluates applications based on patient care hours with responsibility level, community service hours with level of involvement, GPAs, Personal Statement, Supplemental Narrative, Leadership Experiences, Honors or Publications, 2 letters of recommendation, and our program mission.
Interview
The purpose of the interview day at the Emory PA program is to assure a good match between the program and the applicant while allowing applicants an opportunity to learn more about the program. The most qualified applicants will be invited for a half day, virtual Zoom interview on a rolling basis. Interview candidates will have the option to attend an on-campus tour hosted by the Director of Admissions over several weekend dates.
The Emory PA interview day includes interaction with faculty and current PA students. The Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format is used to assess: communication skills, understanding of medical ethical issues or health policy, problem-solving, maturity, and interpersonal skills. The MMIs are not used to assess an applicant’s medical knowledge. Interviewers are blinded to the Candidates' CASPA application information.
As part of the interview, applicants are asked to answer and submit a timed question in writing. This writing sample will be assessed based on content, mechanics, and organization.