Location: Manhattan, NY
Number of students: 50
Application Cycle: April - January 1st through CASPA and supplemental application; may apply by November 1st for "early decision"
Interview dates: December - March
Start date: August
Length of Program: 32 months
Public/Private: Private
HCE: Minimum 200 hours
GPA: Minimum science and overall GPA of 3.0
Shadowing: Minimum 20 hours shadowing a PA
The Good Stuff:
- Non-traditional format - During the 16 month didactic year, classes are held in the evenings and on weekends, which would allow for part-time work. The clinical year is full-time, and then there is a 4 month period for an elective and completing the Master's project.
- Joint BS/MS program (dual degrees awarded)
- Interviews - MMI style 1 on 1 with 4-5 faculty members, writing sample, possible group portion
Program Link: Touro College Manhattan PA Program Website
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Pre-PA
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