P.A SCHOOL DOES IT MATTER WHICH ONE YOU ATTEND?

What can anyone tell me about the PA Program at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Illinois?

So I am currently attending a Community College. I am retaking my anatomy and so far making a B. If I want to get into PA School more than likely I need to take it again at a four year? And when they say volunteer or work direct patient care, I have my CNA, is once a week okay? And for how many hours? I dont want them to think Im uncommitted but I already have a job.. I am taking my two semester chemistry/calculus too courses at the cc is that okay too? I think maybe the PA school would be fine with that but A&P you really need to know..and that would really benefitme anywase to retake again for PA school.. Its just how hard will it be with genetics, physics, biochemistry, and others CRAAAAAAAAAAZYYYYY. Please give me some advice. Thankk you:)

mc in El Paso, Texas said: My concern is that I have been accepted into what i believe to be a good school into a Masters PA program but now I literatly have no money to pay for school my credit is not all that great because of course I have unpaid medical bills due to no health insurance and because the way the program is set up I can not apply tot he grad plus loans program until the last year which is when i do my rotations. Can any one offer advice as to where i may find money for school. I have my undergrad degree and and I am about to get my first masters in research, thus, i have been living off financial aid. some one please help. I don not want to give up my seat.
thanks

Go to a lawyer and ask around for trustees who may have scholarship funds. Tell them your story. If not..come to a community college for about $3,000 a year and in two years here in VA you can be an RN:) Not as great as a PA but still almost fulfilling your dreams.

Jennifer in Los Angeles, California said: Hi, I'm Respiratory Therapist that is also thinking about becoming a PA, I currently have an Associate's degree and was thinking about getting my Bachelor's degree from University of Phoenix. Does it matter where you get your Bachelor's degree from when applying to a PA master's program? Thanks

It does matter where you get it from. You need to have "in class" time and has to be recent no more than five years ago of the courses you need. Many PA schools list their requirements online..And doing lond distance for biochemistry, chemistry 1,2, organic chemistry, physics, calculus, anatomy and physiology, is very very difficult and time consuming esp if you have a family.

Got accepted to pcom and pace. Can any students, graduates, or prospective students comment on these two schools? I like pace's location and program, but pcom's program is well established and has a cadaver lab that. I have to make up my mind soon, but I am still unsure.

FuturePAmaybe,

Basis on your posting it appears you are all over the place. If you are serious about pursuing a career and studies in the physician assistant (PA) profession then my advice to you is to locate a local PA and talk with him/her.

Also, you may wish to talk with an academic counselor, preferably a PA program academic counselor at the institution you are likely seeking to enroll in, but remember you may not get into your first choice; therefore, keep your options open and look at multiple PA programs in your area or throughout the country. With that tidbit said any academic counselor concentrated on assisting potential PA students/candidates should be able to guide you.

Final words and please take them to heart … giving your BEST academic showing throughout your academic pursuit is imperative if you want to be competitive, depending on the institution/PA program academic showings weigh heavier than any other admission requirements, so those “Cs” even thou you may have retaken the course and gotten an “A” or “B” could harm your chances, but nothing is indefinite.

Good luck on your future and pursuit,

M
DHSc, PA-C

HELLO EVERYONE,
My name is Caroine and I'm a NY resident. I came to the university of maryland to attend their PA under grad program but it has been changed to a master grad program now.
I'm contemplating on whether I should transfer to YORK college for the Under gran PA program or stay in Maryland get my 4 yr degree in Rehabilitation Services then apply for the PA program.

I am also worried financially. If I attend york college, fasfa will cover tuition if I plan on going to a GRAD PA in Maryland it will cost me 44,151.

PLEASE HELP !
thank you .

I have recently been accepted to both OHSU and Pacific University's PA programs. I have reviewed their statistics and am wondering if anyone has first hand knowledge of either of the programs. Specifically, I am looking for information on the clinical rotations.

I am now considering PA after completing my degree program in Health Care Administration. I have worked in health care field in different positions such as Health Information Cleck, Health Information Techninican, Coding Specialist and now surgical clinical reviewer. Works with physicians, nurses and PAs on day to day.

Do I need to quit my full time job in order to do PA studies. That would be a challenge knowing I have to eat, and feed my family.

Other than that, I am ready.........

Hi, i got out of high school a year ago and been working on my pre-req's ever since and i intend on becoming a PA. but am buried with tons of questions and concerns. i want to know what is the best way to become a PA? should i take a pre-PA program or get my bachelors in health science/biology? if yes what will be the best college for me to start? and how long does each sections last? i know these sounds silly but i need a start soon. please give me some info.

Laurenie in Miami, Florida said: I am an Athletic training student at FIU I graduate from the program in spring 2010 with a masters. My intentions after graduation are to continue my education in a physician assistant program. I heard from someone that specializing in orthopedics with my backgrround in athletic training will bring in more money. Is this true? What kind of jobs are their for a PA in athletic? and their salary range.
Thank you!

Where you able to find out any jobs for p.a in orthopedics? I am currently going to school to become a p.a and want to specialize in orthopedics. In addition, what is their salaries?

liya philip in long island, New York said: Hi, i got out of high school a year ago and been working on my pre-req's ever since and i intend on becoming a PA. but am buried with tons of questions and concerns. i want to know what is the best way to become a PA? should i take a pre-PA program or get my bachelors in health science/biology? if yes what will be the best college for me to start? and how long does each sections last? i know these sounds silly but i need a start soon. please give me some info.

I am inPA school. I'll tell you what I did. I MADE SURE my GPA was high. At one point I even quit University to go to community college... Try your BEST not to mess up those precious grades!!! It doesn't matter (AT ALL) what your major is so don't kill yourself to get a Bio degree if you feel like you are dying:) GRADE (from anywhere) S are what matter.
Good Luck, CHamp!