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What is my CASPA GPA?? How to Use Mappd

On this week’s episode of The Pre-PA Club podcast, we’re sharing an amazing new tool called Mappd that helps you stay on top of tracking your progress towards applying to PA school. The feature we go over in this episode (also on YouTube if you’d prefer to watch) is the GPA calculator. It’s the most accurate I’ve found, and FREE! We talk about assigning classes to science vs non-science, tracking prerequisites, and figuring out what schools are looking for. Listen now on Apple podcasts or Spotify!

3-Time Reapplicant to PA Student - Interview with Jacklyn

Meet today’s guest, Jacklyn! She applied three times, juggling two jobs as a medical assistant, and retaking science classes while gaining shadowing and volunteering experiences. Finally, her perseverance paid off with an acceptance into the first cohort of Keck Graduate Institute in Claremont. What's truly impressive is that she earned a stellar 4.0 GPA in both completed semesters, showing that hard work and determination can make dreams come true! Be sure to follow Jacklyn on Instagram @jacklynthePA.

Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts, and subscribe!

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PA School Personal Statement Guide - https://www.thepaplatform.com/pa-school-personal-statement-guide 

Pre-PA Essay Review - https://thepaplatform.thrivecart.com/pre-pa-essay-review-2500-5000/

Mock Interview - https://www.thepaplatform.com/mock-interview 

Pre-PA Counseling - https://www.thepaplatform.com/prepa-counseling

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Interview with Dr. Ryan Gray and Rachel Grubbs - Meet Mappd! - Free Pre-PA Application Tracker

Join me on The Pre-PA Club podcast to welcome Dr. Ryan Gray from @medicalschoolhq and Rachel Grubbs from @mappdapp on this week's episode. We talk about the mission of Mappd and get some great live Q&A about pre-PA and premed topics! Listen now on Spotify or Apple podcasts.

3 Time PA School Reapplicant - Interview with Rachel

Today's guest on The Pre-PA Club podcast is @rach_future.pa.c - Rachel shares her experience of applying to PA school in 3 different cycles, and the actions she took between applications to reach her goals. Listen now on Apple podcasts, Spotify, and The PA Platform website.

Live Mock Interviews - 2023

On this week’s episode of The Pre-PA Club, we’re showing what a Mock Interview looks like with some very brave volunteers from one of our recent webinars. We’ll go through different question types and feedback so you can start to think about why certain questions are asked and how to make your answers more complete and personal. Watch on YouTube, or listen now on Apple podcasts or Spotify.

2nd Career PA - HR to PA Student with Cierra Pennal

Today we have @cierrapennal on The Pre-PA Club podcast to share her experience in transitioning from HR to PA! We love a good non-traditional story. Make sure to also follow Cierra on Tiktok - @pastudentcierra - Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

Low GPA to PA Student - Interview with Elijah

This week's podcast guest is a brand new PA student sharing his story - non-traditional student, having his first child during undergrad, taking a Master's program to boost his GPA, and getting an acceptance across the country! Whew! Elijah has a great story that will be very encouraging to all applicants playing the waiting game right now. Listen to The Pre-PA Club podcast on Apple podcasts, Spotify, or The PA Platform!

How to Prep for PA School Interviews - Part 2

We’re back on The Pre-PA Club podcast with Part 2 of How to Prep for PA School Interviews this week. With more Q&A, we dive into the practical ways you can work on making sure you’re prepared when it comes to interview day for PA schools. It’s so scary, but also so exciting! Listen now on Apple podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Or watch on YouTube!

Laurel Miller - PA Professor at Point Loma Nazarene University

Today's podcast episode of The Pre-PA Club features Laurel Miller, an Assistant Professor and PA-C at Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego. We get into all of the good stuff - how to determine if a school is a good fit to what are these programs actually looking for. Listen now on Spotify, Apple podcasts, or wherever you like to get your podcasts!

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MappdCon (use code PAPLATFORM for $25 off your ticket!) - https://mappdcon.com/ 

Pre-PA Workbook - https://amzn.to/3H80G1O 

PA School Interview Guide - https://www.thepaplatform.com/book 

PA School Personal Statement Guide - https://www.thepaplatform.com/pa-school-personal-statement-guide 

Pre-PA Essay Review - https://thepaplatform.thrivecart.com/pre-pa-essay-review-2500-5000/

Mock Interview - https://www.thepaplatform.com/mock-interview 

Pre-PA Counseling - https://www.thepaplatform.com/prepa-counseling

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How to Prep for PA School Interviews - Part 1

It’s our favorite season of the year! Interview season! As soon as your application is turned in, it’s time to start preparing. In today’s podcast, we share part 1 of a webinar on interview prep with lots of Q&A and tips and tricks for making the most of your time before the big day. Listen now on Apple podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Or watch on YouTube! What upcoming webinars would you like to see??

Live Mock Interview Replay on Youtube - https://youtu.be/IbqNdnxbEzk

Mappd - https://app.mappd.com/register?code=paplatform 

MappdCon (use code PAPLATFORM for $25 off your ticket!) - https://mappdcon.com/ 

Pre-PA Workbook - https://amzn.to/3H80G1O 

PA School Interview Guide - https://www.thepaplatform.com/book 

PA School Personal Statement Guide - https://www.thepaplatform.com/pa-school-personal-statement-guide 

Pre-PA Essay Review - https://thepaplatform.thrivecart.com/pre-pa-essay-review-2500-5000/

Mock Interview - https://www.thepaplatform.com/mock-interview 

Pre-PA Counseling - https://www.thepaplatform.com/prepa-counseling

Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thepaplatform 

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepaplatform/ 

Pre-PA Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1339683402791530 

Assistant Professor at Charles Drew University and Creator of EDGE program - Interview with Sam Paik

From clinician to academic PA, Sam Paik joins us on The Pre-PA Club podcast to share his experiences and how he became an Assistant Professor at Charles Drew University. With a heart for missions and big goals, Sam has a really interesting path. We also talk about his creation of EDGE, a program for helping Black men matriculate into PA school and diversity within our career. Listen now on Apple podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere else you get your podcasts.

Supplemental Essays for PA School

We always talk about how important your personal statement is for PA school, but let's not forget about the supplementals. These essays can be just as important, if not more, and equally as time consuming. In this webinar replay episode, we talk through some prompts and live editing of supplemental essays while focusing on the do's and don't's you should keep in mind while working on this part of your application. Listen now by searching The Pre-PA Club on Apple podcasts, Spotify, or watching on YouTube.

PA-S1 at Nova - Interview with Nina

Nina is a current PA-S1 at Nova Southeastern University-Ft. Lauderdale. After completing her Bachelor of Science in Public Health and Master of Public Health from the University of Miami, she is now pursuing her goal of becoming a PA. We talk through Nina's tips for being successful in the application process and dive into life as a PA student. To listen, look up The Pre-PA Club podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen!

Pre-PA Q&A - CASPA and Personal Statements - Part 2

We're back this week on The Pre-PA Club podcast with part 2 of our Q&A webinar on CASPA and Personal Statements. We know this process can be a *bit* confusing (#understatement), and we tried to address as many of your questions as possible. Listen on any of your favorite podcast platforms or watch now on YouTube!

Interview with Dr. Thibodeau - Director of Admissions at EVMS

Going right to the source for today's podcast episode with an interview with Dr. Daniel Thibodeau, Director of Admissions at Eastern Virginia Medical School's PA Program. We talk about what it takes to be an applicant today for PA school, how to succeed in a PA program, and the DMSc program at EVMS (sign me up!). This is a packed episode and must-listen!! Look up The Pre-PA Club everywhere you like to listen to podcasts, including Spotify and Apple podcasts.

Live Personal Statement Editing 2023 - Part 1

One of your favorite things is seeing the editing process in real-time! If you're still struggling with your personal statement, this week's episode of The Pre-PA Club podcast should give you some encouragement to get it finished. We'll talk through content and mistakes with real essays. This is part 1, but the full video is on YouTube also!

Yale Online PA Student - 1st Year - Sara

Sara lives in Maine, but attends PA school online through the Yale Online PA program. We talk about her experience as a first year PA student, the current probation status at Yale, and what led her to the PA profession in this week's episode of The Pre-PA Club podcast. Listen everywhere you get your podcasts - Spotify or Apple podcasts!

Mary Ann Stahovich, PA-C - Director of Admissions at California Baptist University

We are honored to be joined by Mary Ann Stahovich, PA-C - Director of PA Admissions and Didactic Coordinator at California Baptist University on the podcast today! With over 25 years of experience as a PA in multiple states and specialties, Mary Ann shares so much insight into the profession and what admissions looks for in a successful future PA. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere else you get your podcasts.

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Science vs Non-Science Courses for CASPA - How to Decide and Differentiate-    • Science vs Non-Sc...  

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Interview with Pacific University PA Student Adam

Did you know we have a podcast? The Pre-PA Club has a new episode with an interview with Adam Dinius, a current student at Pacific University. With a background in Sport & Exercise science and experience as an EMT and ER tech, Adam shares his journey of applying to PA school and how it has been so far. Listen now on Apple podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere else you like to listen!

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What to do with a 2.9 GPA?

Long time listener, first time caller! Taking a voicemail question today about GPA. In this week's episode of The Pre-PA Club on Facebook, we'll cover:

Why GPA is a significant part of PA school applications

What to do if your GPA is on the cusp of program requirements

How to figure out what it will take to raise your GPA

Tools to use for monitoring your GPA

Listen now on Apple podcasts, Spotify or wherever you like to listen. Let us know what topics you would like to hear about in the future, or leave any GPA questions below!

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What is my CASPA GPA - https://www.thepaplatform.com/blog-2/csk9jra4zhektfyerfzehth9d2ejzb.

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PA School Personal Statement Guide https://www.thepaplatform.com/pa-school-personal-statement-guide

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Pre-PA Essay Review: https://www.thepaplatform.com/new-services/supplemental-essay-review

The PA School Interview Guide - https://www.thepaplatform.com/book

Personal Statement - 2 Week Free Email Course - www.thepaplatform.com/personalstatement

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