{"id":1131,"date":"2026-07-12T08:24:12","date_gmt":"2026-07-12T12:24:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cms.web.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/?page_id=1131"},"modified":"2026-07-12T08:24:12","modified_gmt":"2026-07-12T12:24:12","slug":"admissions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/physician-assistant-ms\/admissions\/","title":{"rendered":"PA Admissions Process"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center fb-columns-page-header is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-content-justification-right is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-951621a4 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70)\">\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-xx-large-font-size\">PA Admissions Process<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Discover everything you need to know about applying to the University of Michigan-Flint Physician Assistant program, from our holistic admissions philosophy to the four key steps that guide you from application through acceptance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-5b271542 wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light wp-container-content-958eb9dc\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;min-height:70vh;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" 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style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The University of Michigan-Flint Physician Assistant utilizes a holistic admissions process, evaluating applicants based on academic performance and multiple other factors, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Academic excellence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creation and discovery\/critical thinking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Professionalism\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ethical behavior<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Integrity, honesty<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Resilience and adaptability, life experiences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Team skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Advocacy, Altruism, and Service<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leadership<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dedication to practice as a PA\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clinical experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unique qualities and experiences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">The Admission Process Consists of Four Key Steps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Step 1: Review Application Requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Determination of minimum requirements. Applicants must meet all requirements listed at the time of application submission:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Minimum 3.0 cumulative and prerequisite grade point averages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Completion of appropriate prerequisite coursework as published by the PA Program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimum of 500 hours of hands-on health care experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Completion of TOEFL test and earn a minimum score (if applicable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet UM-Flint PA Program Technical Standards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compliance with all published requirements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Note: Applicants are required to be United States citizens or hold a permanent resident alien visa (\u201cgreen card\u201d) or be eligible for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals process of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services at the time of application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Step 2: Apply<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applicants must submit a complete application through the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/caspa.cas.myliaison.com\/applicant-ux\/#\/login\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Centralized Application Service for Physician Assistants<\/a>\u00a0by the program\u2019s deadline. Required materials include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>CASPer Score<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official transcripts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personal statement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Letters of recommendation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Documentation of patient care experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Important:<\/strong>&nbsp;All required materials must be&nbsp;<strong>received by the August 1 deadline and verified by August 15<\/strong>&nbsp;to be considered for admission. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. It is the applicant\u2019s responsibility to monitor the status of their application via the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/caspa.cas.myliaison.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CASPA Application Progress Portal<\/a>&nbsp;to ensure all materials (including official transcripts and letters of recommendation) are submitted before the deadline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Step 3: Interview<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Competitive applicants will be invited for an&nbsp;<strong>in-person interview<\/strong>, typically held in early September, on the UM-Flint campus. Interviews are&nbsp;<strong>by invitation only<\/strong>&nbsp;and consist of two one-on-one timed interviews with faculty, program leadership, and practicing PAs. The program aims to issue acceptance decisions between mid-October and early December.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Purpose of Interview Day:<\/strong>&nbsp;To evaluate applicants\u2019 fit with the UM-Flint PA Program by assessing their alignment with the Program mission, essential attributes, and potential for success.&nbsp; Additionally, the day provides applicants the opportunity to learn about the program through direct interaction with faculty, staff, current students, and&nbsp;university representatives. The day will consist of applicant interviews and&nbsp;activities aimed at gaining information from the student (may include a writing&nbsp;sample, group participation, and other activities), a walking tour of the campus,&nbsp;and meeting with institutional representatives to learn more about services&nbsp;provided by the university.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The interview process evaluates applicants on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Communication and interpersonal skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understanding of the PA profession<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alignment with the program\u2019s mission<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Step 4: Acceptance Requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applicants offered admission must complete the following requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Submit a\u00a0<strong>$1,000 non-refundable seat deposit<\/strong>\u00a0within one week of<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>acceptance. This deposit is applied to the first semester\u2019s tuition. Candidates who rescind their acceptance after submitting the deposit will not receive a refund.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sign the Technical Standards Attestation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete a background check and drug screening<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet all health and immunization requirements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Alternate List<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An\u00a0alternate list\u00a0will be kept for applicants who were interviewed but not initially offered admission. Candidates on the alternate list will be notified if a seat becomes available. Once accepted, alternates have a specific timeframe to accept the offer and pay the seat deposit, or they will forfeit their seat.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Deferment Policy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The UM-Flint PA Program does not offer deferment. Candidates unable to enroll in the accepted cycle must&nbsp;<strong>reapply through CASPA<\/strong>&nbsp;in the next application cycle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Transfer Policy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The UM-Flint PA Program does not consider transfer requests from students in other PA programs. All PA students must be matriculated through the published admissions process and complete all courses in the UM-Flint PA Program curriculum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Selection Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The UM-Flint PA Program follows a holistic review process, evaluating each applicant\u2019s academic background and the above attributes. The program values:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Strong academic backgrounds\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leadership and advocacy roles in healthcare or community settings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Preference- UM-Flint student interviews<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applicants from specific UM-Flint programs will receive automatic interview offers if they meet minimum admission requirements. These programs include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences Pre-PA track<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy (both from Public Health &amp; Health Sciences)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Human Biology Pre-PA track from the College of Innovation and Technology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information, please contact the UM-Flint PA Program Admissions Department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/\"><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>PA Admissions Process Discover everything you need to know about applying to the University of Michigan-Flint Physician Assistant program, from our holistic admissions philosophy to the four key steps that guide you from application through acceptance. 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