Where the White Coats Come Off

In this episode, we discuss whether it's too late to apply to PA school this cycle and tips and strategies to use if you are applying to PA schools late in the CASPA cycle!Our VIP Days are like a total shortcut to your strongest, most competitive app. We'll hop on Zoom, and while you talk—we write. Yep, your entire personal statement, CASPA experience paragraphs, and a personalized list of best-fit PA schools for your stats DONE in just a few Zoom sessions!And because we want you fully prepared, you'll also get:

Nervous about your upcoming PA school interview? We're walking you through the 10 toughest PA school interview questions admissions committees love to ask — plus how to turn every “negative” question into a mic-drop answer that shows your growth and professionalism! THIS is how you shine and get your acceptance!

Most pre-PAs prep for every question they might be asked—but forget the ones they should ask back. In this episode, learn exactly what to say when it's your turn to ask questions and how to use that moment to stand out!

Do you know about the 3 CASPA deadlines? Or what their color deadlines even mean? We break it all down here so you know exactly how to apply to your list of PA schools without wasting money or missing important CASPA deadlines!Join PA-Cers, our PA shadowing membership that gives you:✅ Weekly live PA shadowing hours in diverse specialties✅ Access to tons of replays that count toward CASPA✅Clinical workshops (like suturing + sterile field setup!)✅ A&P and med term refreshers✅ And it counts as BOTH a shadowing entry and a professional membership on your CASPA app!All PA-Cers shadowing - both lives and replays - count for your CASPA!

In this episode, we'll walk you through how to approach supplemental essay prompts strategically, avoid mistakes, and write responses that turn into standout essays!

If you already know you want to be a PA early, congrats, you're ahead of the game — now it's time to use that head start wisely. In this episode, we'll walk through exactly what to do from freshman year to build a competitive, stress-free path to PA school.

This one's for the pre-PA who's lost all motivation and needs a real-talk reset—not another productivity lecture.

MMIs can feel overwhelming and like "what are they actually wanting from me" vibes—but they don't have to. In this episode, we're walking you through exactly how to stay calm, think fast, and absolutely crush your Multiple Mini Interviews so you stand out for all the right reasons!Sign up for a Mock interview to make sure you crush your answers, highlight yourself, and explain weaknesses the right way so you can land that seat and grab that YES, ACCEPTED! Our mock interviews are personalized to your big day -- MMI, traditional, or hybrid --so you are fully prepared for anything they throw your way. Get ready for the best and smartest thing you'll ever do before your PA school interview!Thank you for listening and we can't wait to hear where you get accepted to PA school!Katie + Beth

In this episode, we're breaking down the most common PA school interview questions you'll definitely get—plus the insider tips, strategies, and examples that will help you answer them like a future PA-C.✨ Ready to take the stress out of your PA school app? Our VIP Days are like a total shortcut to your strongest, most competitive app. We'll hop on Zoom, and while you talk—we write. Yep, your entire personal statement, CASPA experience paragraphs, and a personalized list of best-fit PA schools for your stats DONE in just a few Zoom sessions!And because we want you fully prepared, you'll also get:

This episode is all about answering the questions we get asked all the time! We deep dive into the top pre-PA questions so you walk away with complete clarity!>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>✨ Ready to take the stress out of your PA school app? Our VIP Days are like a total shortcut to your strongest, most competitive app. We'll hop on Zoom, and while you talk—we write. Yep, your entire personal statement, CASPA experience paragraphs, and a personalized list of best-fit PA schools for your stats DONE in just a few Zoom sessions!And because we want you fully prepared, you'll also get:

Feel stuck by your GPA? Learn the four moves that PA school admissions actually trust and how to overcome less than awesome stats.>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Happy PA Week Special!! To celebrate your future white coat, we have something amazing for you! Our PA School Directory! Updated for the new cycle (incl. new programs) and available for you so you can quickly, easily see which PA schools you match best with!! No more endless scrolling and hours spent hunting through program websites.Inside the Directory, you'll find all this and more:

A vibes-based school list wastes money and time. In this episode, we walk you through how to build a smart list of PA schools for YOU and YOUR strengths/stats—so you submit earlier, skip misfit fees, and line up interviews you're actually competitive for!HAPPY (FUTURE) PA WEEK!! Our PA School Directory (updated for the new cycle—including new programs) is not only available (typically you can ONLY get this inside our A2A Course), but it's also at a huge special -- $97 for PA Week, October 6-12! This is the fastest, easiest, best way to see which PA programs you match best with! At a glance - see minimums, prereq expiration windows, PCE/HCE expectations, GRE/PA-CAT/CASPer, schools with rolling admissions, and so much more -- basically, all the details for every US PA school! AND you get every future update for free!

Is being a Physician Assistant truly a dream job? Is what you've heard about the PA profession and lateral mobility accurate? Today, we dive into the realities of being a Physician Associate and just how versatile it really is! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>CASPA SOS: Last Call Bootcamp — Happening October 12!! This is your step-by-step plan to submit (or strengthen) your PA school app before any more deadlines hit. If you:

Thinking about reapplying to the same PA school that previously rejected you? We cover green lights, red flags, and when it's right vs not smart to reapply. CASPA App Editing ServiceCASPA SOS: Last Call Bootcamp — Happening October 12!! This is your step-by-step plan to submit (or strengthen) your PA school app before any more deadlines hit. If you:

A simple, must-know guide to ARC-PA terms, probation vs. provisional, and how to vet programs before you hit submit. This is exactly what you need to know when it comes to PA program accreditation and applying to PA schools!CASPA SOS: Last Call Bootcamp — your step-by-step plan to submit (or strengthen) your PA school app before any more deadlines hit. Happening October 12 >> Walk in confused, walk out with a prioritized checklist, expert feedback, and a clear next step for your stage—submitted, not yet, or next cycle!Be the one who gets interviews, not rejections!→ Join now here! We can't wait to see you there! Keep up the amazing work, future PA! Beth & Katie

Confused about whether virtual shadowing hours will really count on your PA school application this cycle? In this episode, we break down the rules, the truth about virtual vs. in-person shadowing, and how to log your hours so admissions committees take them seriously! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

On paper, every pre-PA at your interview is basically the same: the GPA, the hours, the shadowing. So how do you stand out once your stats stop doing the talking? Your interview answers are where you can finally set yourself apart. In this episode, we're breaking down exactly how to shine in both traditional and MMI interviews so programs remember you long after the day is over!>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

If talking about yourself in interviews feels like bragging, you're not alone. In this episode, let's reframe this mindset. We'll show you how to confidently highlight your experiences so PA schools see why you belong in their program!>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Don't just wing your PA school interview—crush it! Book a Mock Interview and get personalized feedback, tailored questions, and the confidence boost you need to stand out and grab your acceptance! Spots fill fast, so grab yours now!

You've submitted your CASPA application—now the waiting game begins. But here's the truth: you don't have to sit in silence. In this episode, we break down smart ways to stay on PA schools' radar (without being pushy), and strategies to keep your application shining while you wait!PA Shadowing Community and Membership: PA-Cers! You get:✅ Weekly live PA shadowing hours in diverse specialties✅ Access to tons of replays that count toward CASPA✅Clinical workshops (like suturing + sterile field setup!)✅ A&P and med term refreshers✅ And it counts as BOTH a shadowing entry and a professional membership on your CASPA app!All PA-Cers shadowing - both lives and replays - count for your CASPA!

Your GPA and patient care hours matter—but your personal statement can be the difference between landing an interview or getting overlooked. In this episode, we break down why this essay is so powerful and how to make yours stand out!>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>✨ Ready to take the stress out of your PA school app? Our VIP Days are like a total shortcut to your strongest, most competitive app. We'll hop on Zoom, and while you talk—we write. Yep, your entire personal statement, CASPA experience paragraphs, and a personalized list of best-fit PA schools for your stats DONE in just a few Zoom sessions!And because we want you fully prepared, you'll also get:

Have you heard about these brand new PA schools? In this episode, we lay out the new PA programs, the pros + cons of applying, and how to decide if they're the right move for your CASPA strategy!____VIP Days! Us + You on Zoom to create your app!

Confused about the difference between PAs, NPs, and MD/DOs? In this episode, we break down education, training, scope of practice, lifestyle, and salary. You'll also learn how to answer common PA school interview questions like, “Why PA vs NP vs MD/DO?” and “What is the medical model?”____________________________________________Application to Acceptance NOW ENROLLING!! (Coaching starts September 15 so you're ready to submit by Oct 1) Create your most competitive application in Application to Acceptance Course - where we walk you step-by-step in creating your strongest, most competitive PA school application! From picking the right schools who will love your stats (even with a low GPA), to crafting an exceptional personal statement and experience paragraphs, and so much more, A2A has helped countless pre-PAs get accepted to PA school! Whether you want to apply now or next cycle, this course will show you exactly how to put together your best CASPA application so you can land PA school interviews and get accepted to PA school! We walk you through every step here!Keep up the amazing work future PA!Katie & Beth

Applying to PA school is expensive—so how many programs should you actually apply to? In this episode, we break down the sweet spot, how to choose programs that match your stats first, and what to do if you've already applied but haven't received interview invites yet!

In this special guest episode with PA-C and Program Director of Palm Beach Atlantic and PA-C Phil Tobin, you will learn about Phil's incredible background and all about this amazing PA school! You may even add this PA school to the list of programs you apply to! Palm Beach Atlantic PA ProgramFREE Pre-PA Club Toolkit! This is your all-in-one resource to help you and your Pre-PA Club get accepted to PA school! It includes a CASPA Masterclass and Tutorial, PA shadowing hour with a CASPA Template, a Personal Statement Workbook, and a bonus Map to PA School mini-course to guide you through each year of undergrad. This is invaluable for your club! Get your Pre-PA Club Toolkit here and get started today!Keep up the amazing work future PA!Katie & Beth

In this episode, we cover one of the most important strategies to standing out at your PA school interview and landing a seat! Don't show up at your interview without doing this first!Mock InterviewWeekly PA Shadowing for CASPA:Join PA-Cers, our PA shadowing membership that gives you:✅ Weekly live PA shadowing hours in diverse specialties✅ Access to tons of replays that count toward CASPA✅Clinical workshops (like suturing + sterile field setup!)✅ A&P and med term refreshers✅ And it counts as BOTH a shadowing entry and a professional membership on your CASPA app!All PA-Cers shadowing - both lives and replays - count for your CASPA!

One of the most common—and most important—PA school interview questions is: “Why do you want to attend our program?” In this episode, we break down exactly how to craft a strong, specific, and memorable answer that ties in curriculum, mission, outcomes, and your own story so you stand out from the competition.FREE Pre-PA Club Toolkit! This is your all-in-one resource to help you and your Pre-PA Club get accepted to PA school! It includes a CASPA Masterclass and Tutorial, PA shadowing hour with a CASPA Template, a Personal Statement Workbook, and a bonus Map to PA School mini-course to guide you through each year of undergrad. This is invaluable for your club! Get your Pre-PA Club Toolkit here and get started today!Mock interview to make sure you crush your answers, highlight yourself, and explain weaknesses the right way so you can land that seat and grab that YES, ACCEPTED!

Haven't hit “submit” on your CASPA yet? In this episode, we walk you through exactly what to focus on right now so you can finish strong, avoid last-minute mistakes, and get your application in ASAP.

Wondering if you need to retake your prerequisite courses for PA school? In this episode, we break down exactly when retaking a prerequisite course will help your PA school application—and when it's just not worth your time or money.___________________________________

Applying to PA school without checking ARC-PA status? Not a good idea. In this episode, we're making accreditation easy to understand so you can apply confidently—and avoid surprises down the road.This can change everything for you and your PA School Application: VIP Days

This is one of the most underrated pieces of your application, but one that speaks volumes and can make or break if you get PA school interview invites!

Nailing your virtual PA school interview takes more than just showing up in a clean shirt. In this episode, we're spilling the top tips to help you stand out on screen, avoid common tech slip-ups, and make a powerful impression so you can land an acceptance!______________________________

In this episode, we cover 3 huge things you MUST know before you submit your app and that you don't want to miss._______________________The biggest game-changer for your PA School Application: VIP Days

Struggling to find legit PA shadowing hours? In this episode, we're breaking down exactly how to land shadowing opportunities (even when no one's responding), what to say when you reach out, and the strategies that actually work to get PA shadowing experiences. Need consistent, PA shadowing hours without the stress? On your time and schedule? And in diverse specialties every single week? Join PA-Cers, our PA shadowing membership that gives you:✅ Weekly live PA shadowing hours in diverse specialties ✅ Access to tons of replays that count toward CASPA✅Clinical workshops (like suturing + sterile field setup!)✅ A&P and med term refreshers✅ And it counts as BOTH a shadowing entry and a professional membership on your CASPA app!All PA-Cers shadowing - both lives and replays - count for your CASPA!

In this episode, we break down the two main categories of MMI questions—ethical dilemmas and totally random curveballs—and give you the exact strategies to impress your interviewers and stand out in the applicant crowd!____________Don't walk into your PA school interview without practicing first. We highly recommend doing a Mock Interview with someone who's actually worked in PA admissions—because generic feedback just won't cut it. When that first invite hits your inbox (and it will because you're awesome!), make sure you're more than ready with our Mock Interview prep!Keep up the amazing work future PA!Katie & Beth

You landed a PA shadowing opportunity—now don't just stand in the corner! In this episode, we're spilling the tea on what to actually pay attention to, what thoughtful questions to ask, and the biggest mistakes that can secretly tank your impression.

In this episode, we talk about one of the biggest mistakes pre-PAs make at their PA school interview that cost them a seat and acceptance. Don't do this at your PA school interview, why you should absolutely avoid it, how it looks to the admissions committee, and what to do instead! _____________________________________________FREE PA SCHOOL INTERVIEW WORKSHOP! July 15 at 6p EST / 3p PSTYour PA school interview is the only thing standing between you and that PA school acceptance.We're hosting a totally free, one-time-only workshop to help you crush your PA school interview and stand out like a star

Waiting for a PA school interview invite before prepping? Big mistake. In this episode, we're breaking down the most common and high-yield questions you need to start practicing now—plus tips to stand out, sound confident, and avoid the rambling panic spiral._____________________

If you've been waitlisted—either before or after your PA school interview—this episode is your roadmap. Learn what steps to take, things to do, emails to send, when to follow up, and how to professionally stay top of mind (without overstepping) so you can turn that “maybe” into a “yes!”__________________________________________FREE PA SCHOOL INTERVIEW WORKSHOP! July 15 at 6p EST / 3p PSTYour PA school interview is the only thing standing between you and that PA school acceptance.We're hosting a totally free, one-time-only workshop to help you crush your PA school interview and stand out like a star

If you've ever looked at your stats, experiences, or application and thought, “Who am I to apply to PA school?”—this episode is for you. We're unpacking where imposter syndrome comes from and how to overcome it.FREE PA SCHOOL INTERVIEW WORKSHOP! July 15 at 6p EST / 3p PST Your PA school interview is the only thing standing between you and that PA school acceptance.We're hosting a totally free, one-time-only workshop to help you crush your PA school interview and stand out like a star

In this episode, we cover the top obstacles that hold PA school applicants back from getting interview invites, and what to do about it!CASPA App Editing ServiceMock Interview serviceWeekly PA shadowing and tons of replays that all count for your CASPA - check it out here! You've got this!!Katie and Beth

Wondering which PA specialties bring in the biggest paychecks and what you have to look forward to?! In this episode, we're breaking down the top-paying specialties for PAs - specialties you may want to check out in your PA school clinical rotations and future as a PA! VIP Days! Magic happens here!

Congrats future PA! You got accepted to PA school! But for it to be the real deal, you MUST do these things as soon as your accepted! Weekly PA shadowing and tons of replays - all that count for your CASPA - in tons of fun specialties, intensives and coaching, and med term and A&P review all happens in our PA-Cers Membership! Get into this amazing opportunity to strengthen your CASPA application and immediately become a more competitive candidate! Get in here!So excited for your future as a PA! Beth & Katie

You may be surprised by the details in this episode - and how what you wear to your PA school interview is so important that it can determine whether you land a seat or get bypassed. Here's everything you need to know about what to wear and what to bring on your big day! Book your Mock Interview here! Be completely prepared for the biggest interview of your life - and the very last step to starting your dream career as a PA!We're so excited for you, pre-PA! Katie & Beth

Think PA school is just studying hard and wearing scrubs? In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain on the real, behind-the-scenes reality of PA school—from non-stop exams and clinical rotations to the emotional rollercoaster no one warns you about.VIP Days! There's NOTHING out there like VIP Days!

Nervous about the MMI format in your upcoming PA school interview? In this episode, we break down exactly what to expect, how to master ethical and scenario-based questions, and why your communication style could make or break your chances—plus, why practicing with mock interviews is your secret weapon to getting accepted!Mock Interview here!Not landing interviews? Something needs to be fixed in your CASPA app and/or the PA schools you're choosing! Fix your app here!Keep up the amazing work! Your white coat is waiting! Katie and Beth

In this episode, we're breaking down exactly what NOT to include in your CASPA experience section and paragraphs—and what to focus on instead to make your app stand out to PA schools!VIP - Create your entire app 1:1

You finally landed a PA school interview—don't blow it with one of these common (and preventable!) mistakes. In this episode, we're breaking down the biggest errors we see pre-PAs make during interviews, from red flag answers to body language—and exactly how to avoid them. If you want to walk out of your interview feeling confident (and get that acceptance email), this is a must-listen!We strongly recommend you do a Mock Interview with someone with actual experience working at PA schools and on admissions boards before your big day! When you get your first interview invite, make sure you're more than prepared with this Mock Interview!Don't forget you need to be getting 3-4 hours of PA shadowing every month until you're accepted! We made this super easy for you to do and on your own schedule with weekly PA shadowing (and tons of replays) to add to your CASPA in PA-Cers! Keep up the amazing work!Beth & Katie

Got an interview invite (or hoping for one soon)? In this episode, we break down the exact differences between traditional interviews, MMIs, hybrid formats—and everything else PA schools might throw at you, including writing prompts, group activities, and personality tests. You'll walk away knowing what to expect, how to prepare, and how to stand out with confidence on your big PA school interview day!Mock Interview! Go into your PA school interview FULLY prepared so you can land that acceptance! Weekly PA shadowing hours and hours of replays - all that count for your CASPA - with incredible PAs in tons of different specialties happen inside PA-Cers!! Make your PA school application immediately more competitive with this membership and PA shadowing hours you can add to your PA school application! Get in here!Keep up the amazing work!Katie & Beth

Not sure what to major in to become a PA? In this episode, we break down what PA schools are really looking for when it comes to your major—and how to choose a major that supports both your application and your sanity.VIP Days!!

Writing your CASPA experience paragraphs and wondering if they're good enough? In this episode, we break down exactly what PA admissions committees are looking for—and how to transform your job duties into compelling, interview-winning paragraphs that help you stand out in a sea of applicants.Make sure your CASPA is perfect BEFORE you press submit to PA schools >> CASPA Application EditingYour future white coat is waiting!Thank you for listening and keep up the amazing work,Katie & Beth

Thinking about applying to a developing or brand new PA program? In this episode, we break down the pros, cons, and questions you must ask before deciding if it's the right strategic move for your CASPA school list!VIP Days! Magic happens here!