Undergraduate education: Kean University
Overall GPA: 3.53
Science GPA: 3.59
Total PCE hours: Medical Scribe at a pediatric office, EMT, and medical assistant.
Total HCE hours: Genetic counseling assistant, OT/PT aide, and volunteering.
Shadowing hours: 32 – Family medicine and worked in the ED for 8 months shadowing the PAs
Volunteer hours: 300
How many times did you apply?: 2
Age: 30
Gender: Female
Why PA? As a PA, I hope to expand access to medical care! I saw first hand the difference between those who have access to healthcare compared to those who do not. I hope I could help bridge the gap, and make healthcare more accessible.
How many programs did you apply to? 7
How many programs did you interview with and what were the outcomes? 3 interviews: 1 waitlist, 1 rejection, 1 acceptance.
Where will you be attending? Drexel University
Were there any helpful resources (books, websites, webinars, etc) you used to get through prerequisites courses, the application or interview process? The interview guide and mock interview services offered through The PA Platform!
Any advice for other pre-PA students? Do not give up on your journey to become a PA ! I thought I was going to have to reapply for a third time before I got accepted. Remember why you are pursuing this profession, and be willing to work for it. Enjoy and trust the process! What’s meant for you will always find a way!
