Admissions Information

The PA Program admits students only once a year (in January). Applications are considered complete and reviewable by the Application Screening Committee after satisfactorily accomplishing the following steps:

STEP 1: Review the MPA Admissions Guidelines‌ handbook (pdf)
This 25-page booklet will cover in detail the admissions process for our program.

STEP 2: Complete the CASPA Application
This initial application is administered by the Central Application Service for Physician Assistants. 

STEP 3: Complete the EVMS MPA Supplemental Application
Access to this application is available only after completion and submission of your CASPA application.  

NOTE: The supplemental application may not be finalized and submitted until you have completed ALL pre-requisite courses and  have a final grade on the official transcript to self-report. 

Additional information is available in the following sections:

• Admissions Updates
  Find out about any significant changes to the application process or requirements expected for the current or subsequent application cycles
• Admissions Requirements
  A brief checklist outlining the major categorical requirements to apply to the physician assistant program at EVMS.
• Admissions Process
  Information about the timeline and application cycle overview.
• NEW!! Consults & Campus Tours
  Information about opportunities to meet with admissions staff to discuss the strength of your application and tour the campus with current students.

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