3 Things Missing from Your Personal Statement
Eric Gordon Eric Gordon

3 Things Missing from Your Personal Statement

In this article, we will delve into three often underdeveloped areas in personal statements that hold supreme importance to physician assistant school admissions committees. By addressing these aspects with precision and depth, you can elevate your personal statement, maximizing its impact while steering clear of cliches that might inadvertently hinder your application.

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Common Questions for Reapplicants to PA School
Eric Gordon Eric Gordon

Common Questions for Reapplicants to PA School

Many applicants to PA School do not receive an acceptance letter. If you fall into this group, you are in good company. It’s a well-known fact that admission to PA School is competitive. The majority of those who apply are not offered a coveted seat. From my observation, it is often repeat applicants who make the best PA students (and PAs for that matter). It takes a level of determination and grit to overcome rejection and fight for your dream career. Those traits, though rare, make for excellent students and clinicians.

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Top 5 Tips for Writing Your PA School Personal Statement
Eric Gordon Eric Gordon

Top 5 Tips for Writing Your PA School Personal Statement

When you’re applying to PA school, one of the most intimidating steps is writing your personal statement. It can be surprisingly difficult to write about yourself and why you deserve a coveted spot in PA school. Whether you’re on your first or twenty-first draft, these 5 tips will help keep you on track.

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