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Choosing the right physician assistant (PA) program can feel overwhelming. There are more than 300 accredited programs in the United States, each with different strengths, cultures, and expectations. According to data provided by the Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA), the acceptance rate in the 2024-2025 cycle was roughly 36%. With medical schools boasting a 42.9% …
In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Dr. Valerie Wherley sits down with Dr. Reynold Jaglal, program director of the Sacred Heart University Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS) program, for an in-depth look at Sacred Heart’s values-focused approach to physician assistant (PA) education. Dr. Jaglal breaks down the program’s 27-month curriculum, …
Rush Medical College (RMC) is the medical school of Rush University, located in Chicago, Illinois. In 2025, RMC received more than 13,000 applications and matriculated 144 students. What makes the school interesting to such a vast number of applicants? RMC’s mission emphasizes developing “empathetic, proficient physicians” committed to clinical practice, research, education, and service. The …
When premed students contact us about guiding them through the medical school application process, many of their questions relate to timing. “When should I…?” is a frequent question starter. Although no single answer applies to everyone, here are the guidelines we at Accepted use when advising our medical school clients. When Should I Apply to …
The Ohio State University College of Medicine positions itself as an evolving, innovative, and collaborative leader – uniting education, research, and care to transform health while cultivating compassionate leaders and a culture of inclusivity. In addition to traditional four-year MD programs, The Ohio State College of Medicine offers several MD-granting program options, an accelerated three-year …
In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Dr. Valerie Wherley sits down with Accepted Admissions Consultant Alicia Nimonkar, an expert writing coach with a background in composition and rhetoric, to unpack one of the most important – and often most intimidating – parts of the medical school application: the personal statement. Alicia explains how …
When crafting application essays – whether for graduate school, business school, or any other competitive program – candidates often focus on highlighting their accomplishments. And it’s easy to understand why. Most applicants want to showcase their significant achievements, such as leading a groundbreaking project, making a meaningful impact through research, or spearheading a successful community …
Your experiences outside of the classroom can be an important component of your graduate school application. Can you draw a connection between your extracurricular activities and the field you are entering? Has your participation in a particular activity influenced your decision to pursue your chosen career? For example, someone applying to graduate school in clinical …
Life happens. After all your efforts to get accepted to medical school, sometimes the timing just doesn’t work. Over the years, I’ve worked with many clients who, after receiving an acceptance, found themselves in a difficult position when it came to actually starting their medical studies. Receiving a Fulbright scholarship to study abroad, finishing a …
Founded in 2021, the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (AWSOM) prepares physicians to serve rural and underserved communities through a whole health approach that integrates care from the physical, behavioral, spiritual, and socioeconomic perspectives. With guidance from wellness coaches, students practice self-care, collaboration, and patient empowerment while embracing values of empathy, humanism, and community …
Founded in 1891, Washington University School of Medicine (WashU Medicine) is a top-ranked leader in research, education, and patient care. With world-renowned faculty, groundbreaking research (ranked number two in the nation for research funding from the National Institutes of Health in 2024), and nationally recognized clinical programs, WashU Medicine drives bold discoveries that transform health …
In 1811, Brown University was the third university in the nation to offer medical education. Although the medical school closed 16 years later, it was relaunched in 1972 and is known today as The Warren Alpert Medical School. With a commitment to compassion, equity, and social responsibility, the school cultivates diverse physician leaders who transform …
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