Admission
Academic Excellence, Critical Thinking, Interpersonal Skills
We strive to admit students who align with our mission and goals and who have a record of academic excellence, strong critical thinking and interpersonal communication skills, and potential as future PA leaders. We are proud to have a robust admissions process that welcomes applicants with a diverse range of experiences and backgrounds.
Key Criteria for Admission
Our admissions committee reviews all eligible applications on the basis of several key elements, including academic performance; depth and breadth of healthcare experience; research and scholarly contributions; volunteer work and community service; and contributions to the mission and goals of the program.
Preference is given to applicants with the following characteristics:
- GPA of 3.5 or greater (overall and science), with course load of 2 or more science/math courses per quarter/semester
- Absence of D/F/W on transcripts
- Completion of highly recommended and recommended preparatory coursework
- Standardized test scores of 50% or greater
- Exceptional life experiences (distance traveled, award winners, military service, athletic accomplishments, fluency in multiple languages, local, national or international reputation, global health work)
- Stanford University or Stanford Medicine affiliations
- Residence in medically underserved or health professional shortage area
- Applicants with prior leadership experience or potential leadership
- Direct patient care experience and hours
- Research and publications
- Volunteer work and hours
- Absence of misdemeanors, felonies, academic probation or loss of professional privileges