Middle-of-the-pack GPA: The average accepted overall GPA (3.7) is close to the national middle, so a solid-but-not-spectacular academic record is genuinely competitive here.
The minimum is not the target: The stated minimum GPA is 3, but the average accepted is 3.7, a gap of 0.70. Meeting the floor gets you screened in, not admitted.
Faster to practice: At 24 months, this program is shorter than most. That means less tuition and earlier income, but a denser schedule with little slack.
Large cohort: A class of 90 is among the biggest in the country. More seats improves your odds, and the alumni network is larger, but you will need to be proactive about mentorship.
Higher cost: In-state tuition of $133,986 is in the most expensive quarter nationally. Worth weighing against your expected starting salary and loan burden.
No extra standardized testing: No GRE, PA-CAT, or CASPer required, one less hurdle if standardized tests are not your strength.
Strong PANCE outcomes: A first-time PANCE pass rate of 98% is above the national average.
Apply early: Admissions are rolling, so seats come off the board as the cycle goes. An application submitted in the first few weeks is worth more than the same application submitted in month four.
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Midwestern University - Glendale is located in Arizona. The details below come straight from the program and are re-checked on a rolling basis.
At a glance
Location: Arizona
Institution type: Private
Program length: 24 months
Class size: 90 students
Start month: June
Application deadline: October
Rolling admissions: Yes
In-state tuition: $133,986
Average overall GPA: 3.7
Average science GPA: 3.61
Minimum overall GPA: 3
Minimum science GPA: 3
Letters of recommendation: 1
First-time PANCE pass rate: 98%
Accreditation status: Continued
Admission requirements
GRE: No
PA-CAT: No
CASPer: No
Supplemental application: No
Letters of recommendation: 1: Professor Advisor OR Professor OR Healthcare Professional OR PA
Interview format: A typical interview day on campus involves participation in the following activities, which are coordinated by the Office of Admissions: a presentation by the Chair of the PA Admissions Committee, interaction with faculty members, meetings with current Midwestern University students, a campus tour, and meetings with an admissions counselor and financial aid representative. During each interview session, prospective students may be asked about academic, personal, and professional aspirations and preparedness for admission to the Program.
Prerequisites
Minimum prerequisite grade: C
AP or CLEP credit accepted: Yes
Pass/Fail coursework accepted: Yes
Required coursework
-Biology with lab
-General Chemistry with lab
-Organic Chemistry with lab
-Math (college algebra or above)
-English Composition
-Social and Behavioral Sciences (sociology, psychology, anthropology, etc.)
-Statistics
Recommended: Biochemistry
Cost
In-state tuition: $133,986
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Program website: Midwestern University - Glendale
Admissions page: Admissions information
Prerequisite details: Prerequisite coursework
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 623-572-3614
Address: 19555 59th Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85308
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