Navigating the PA School Interview Process: Tips for Success
Have you submitted your applications, but haven’t received any interview invites yet? Don’t worry, there are still things you can do to prepare! Let’s talk about the logistics and what you should consider. First things first, what are you going to wear? Whether it’s an in-person or virtual interview, dressing professionally is key. Make sure […]
Interview Prep for Your PA School Interview
Preparing for interviews is an exciting and crucial step after submitting your application. There’s no time to take a break between finishing your application and getting ready for your interview – it’s go time! Although it can be exhausting, interview invites can come quickly after submission, so being prepared is essential. While virtual interviews have […]
5 Tips for Nailing Your PA School Interviews
Congratulations you got an interview! Don’t forget to realize that you were selected out of a vast range of other competitive students from around the world. Realize that after you finish your interview, no matter what happens you already made it to a beautiful and huge milestone. Do not forget to be mindful and enjoy […]
Moving for PA School and Choosing an MPH/PA Program with Mansi
This post is a transcription of a Pre-PA Club Podcast with Mansi. To listen to this podcast, click here. Mansi: Hi everyone! My name is Mansi. I am a recent graduate from University of Georgia. I just graduated this past May with a Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion in the College of Public Health. […]
Interview with Ngan – ENT Physician Assistant, PA Advocate, and Interview Coach
Ngan is one of our rockstar coaches, and I’m excited to share some of the insights she provided on her job and role with AAPA. She has an interesting educational background and some insights into how legislation works in advocating for the PA profession. Tell us a little bit about yourself. My name is Ngan, […]
What to Expect at a PA School Interview
Have you ever been in a car wreck you saw coming? I was a passenger in this type of collision in high school. Even though we were stopped, I saw that the car turning left was about to get hit, and would likely collide into us. That split second was so strange because it felt […]
5 Crucial PA School Interview Tips (Video)
I was recently asked by Adanna (a PA student who is killing it with her YouTube videos) to contribute some interview tips from the Physician Assistant School Interview Guide in a video for her channel. You can check out the video here to get my 5 Crucial PA School Interview Tips!
5 Ways to Stand Out at Your PA School Interview
Everybody wants to know – How do I stand out at PA school interview? – Valid question. The key is standing out in a good way and not a bad way. After doing a bunch of mock interviews and speaking with faculty and admissions committees, I’ve found there are some common mistakes and small things you can do […]
Techniques for PA School Group Interviews
When applicants hear that the interview day will include a group portion, oftentimes it makes the nerves go through the roof! No reason to fret though because we’ll go through some tips to help you feel more relaxed, and group interviews can actually be fun. You’re all in the same boat and instead of viewing […]
Questions to Ask After Your PA School Interview
Throughout mock interviews, one of the most common questions asked before we wrap up is: What should I ask them? Valid question. When you’re faced with “Well, do you have any questions for us?” I completely understand not wanting to sit there like a deer in the headlights. This is your one opportunity to get […]