Undergraduate education: Rutgers University
Overall GPA: 3.02
Science GPA: 2.89
GRE: 293
Total PCE hours: 1100 hours as a medical assistant at a pediatric urgent care
Total HCE hours: 3000 hours as a medical scribe in the ER and trauma/SICU and front medical assistant at a pediatric urgent care
Shadowing hours: 112 hours shadowing two PA’s in the Pediatric and Adult ER
Volunteer hours: 24 hours as a volunteer at a nature preserve in my community
How many times did you apply?: 1
Age: 24
Gender: Female
Why PA? I chose to be a PA because it is a great career to treat and diagnose patients. I was intrigued by the versatility, patient-centered focus, and collaborative nature of the profession. I want to learn more about the human body from a medical point of view and in turn, make a difference in someone’s life regarding his/her health.
How many programs did you apply to? 12
How many programs did you interview with and what were the outcomes? 1
Where will you be attending? St Elizabeth University
Were there any helpful resources (books, websites, webinars, etc) you used to get through prerequisites courses, the application or interview process? How to Ace the Physician Assistant Interview by Andrew Rodican PA-C
Any advice for other pre-PA students? Do not give up! If it is meant for you and it is your dream to become a PA, then go for it. Do not compare yourself to any other applicant because each application is unique in its own way.
Where can we find you? (Instagram, TikTok, Website, etc) – justpashiz on instagram
