Undergraduate education: The University of Texas at Austin
Overall GPA: 3.33
Science GPA: 3.12
GRE: 300
Total PCE hours: 3,800
Shadowing hours: 400
Other Volunteer hours: 1,500
LORs: Surgical PA, Dermatology PA, Physician, Work Supervisor, Professor
How many times did you apply?: Twice
Age: 25
Gender: Female
How many programs did you apply to? 16
How many programs did you interview with and what were the outcomes? 1 interview, 1 waitlist, 1 acceptance
Where will you be attending? University of Charleston
Anything you found surprising about interviews? I was surprised at how comfortable I felt throughout the entire interview. I felt so welcomed by the program, students, and faculty that I did not feel nervous at all. I think this really helped me throughout my interview!
Were there any helpful resources (books, websites, apps) you used to get through prerequisite courses, the application or interview process? I used Savanna Perry’s Interview Guide, along with the Pre-PA Club for interview tips and to answer CASPA questions.
Any other advice for other pre-PA students? Do not give up! There were so many times throughout my second cycle applying that I felt like giving up. The process is brutal and tiring, but it only takes one program to see what makes you a unique applicant, and to ultimately accept you. Things will work out for you in the end. So keep working hard on those patient care hours, prerequisite courses, or GRE study hours. You’ve got this!
Where can we find you? Feel free to follow me on my instagram or message me questions: michelle_levine4
