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All students are required to <a title="Yale PA Program Supplemental Application" href="https://www.applyweb.com/yalepa/">submit a supplemental application</a> by the September 1st deadline.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: Does Yale offer a supplemental application fee waiver? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text">A: Yes. Applicants who received a CASPA fee waiver are eligible for a supplemental application fee waiver. Visit the <a href="https://www.applyweb.com/yalepa/index.ftl">supplemental application portal</a> and follow the steps to submit your fee waiver documentation.</div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: When does the program begin? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A new class enters the Yale PA Program every August.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: What is the deadline for application? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: Applicants must e-submit their CASPA application by 11:59pm EST on September 1st. Applications must be verified (GPA calculated) and complete by October 1st.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: Will I be subject to a background check?</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: Yes. All incoming students must consent to a background assessment prior to matriculation.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: Does Yale rank applicants based on the university they attended? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text">A: No. Each application is reviewed on its own merit and we do not maintain a university ranking system.</div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: I am a history major at a local university. Do I need to get a second degree in the sciences in order to apply to your program?</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: No. We do not have a specified list of majors required for admission. However, we do have specific prerequisites that should be carefully reviewed prior to applying for the program.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: I completed my undergraduate course work at a university outside the United States. How will you evaluate my transcripts? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: You must submit your transcripts and credentials to the <a href="https://www.wes.org/">World Education Service</a> for an official course-by-course evaluation and degree conferral authentication.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: Do you accept undergraduate degrees from a foreign institution? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: If your credentials have been deemed comparable to an undergraduate degree by World Education Service, we do accept the coursework. International students must complete one year of education in the United States, Great Britain or Canada prior to application.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: Do I need to take the TOEFL? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: Anyone whose first language is not English and has not completed a degree in the United States, Great Britain or Canada is required to take the TOEFL.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: I am trained as a physician from a country outside the United States who has been unable to complete the USMLE examinations. How do I apply to your program? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: Unfortunately, you are not eligible to apply. Yale does not accept applications from individuals who have completed their medical training as physicians.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: I completed one year of medical school and would like to apply to your program. Am I eligible for matriculation? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: While we do not accept applications from physicians who have completed their medical school training, we do accept applications from individuals who started medical school but for a variety of reasons did not complete their training.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: Does Yale offer information sessions or open houses?</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: No. We do not run in-person information sessions. If you have questions relating your specific situation please email <a href="mailto:pa.program@yale.edu">pa.program@yale.edu</a>.</p></div></dd></div></dl></section></li><li class="faq-list__section js-faq-list-topic-section-AdmissionsProcess"><section class="faq" aria-label="Admissions Process"><div class="faq__title-container"><h2 id="admissions-process" class="faq__title">Admissions Process</h2><div class="faq__title-anchor-copy-container"><button type="button" aria-label="Copy Link" class="anchor-copy-button anchor-copy-button--color-mode--dark"><span class="anchor-copy-button__content"><span class="anchor-copy-button__text">Copy Link</span><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" xml:space="preserve" viewBox="0 0 24 24" focusable="false" class="anchor-copy-button__icon"><path d="M5.253 21.497a5.21 5.21 0 0 1-3.712-1.535A5.21 5.21 0 0 1 .006 16.25c0-1.404.545-2.722 1.535-3.712l4.773-4.774a5.22 5.22 0 0 1 3.716-1.539c1.402 0 2.719.544 3.708 1.531a5.225 5.225 0 0 1 .538 6.804.75.75 0 0 1-1.048.165.74.74 0 0 1-.299-.489.75.75 0 0 1 .134-.558 3.73 3.73 0 0 0-.384-4.86 3.73 3.73 0 0 0-2.649-1.094 3.73 3.73 0 0 0-2.655 1.099l-4.774 4.774a3.754 3.754 0 0 0 0 5.303c.707.707 1.649 1.096 2.652 1.096s1.945-.389 2.652-1.096l.932-.932a.744.744 0 0 1 1.06 0 .744.744 0 0 1 0 1.06l-.932.932a5.2 5.2 0 0 1-3.712 1.537"></path><path d="M13.978 18.024a5.21 5.21 0 0 1-3.709-1.535 5.22 5.22 0 0 1-.536-6.803.75.75 0 0 1 1.047-.166.75.75 0 0 1 .3.49.75.75 0 0 1-.134.558 3.73 3.73 0 0 0 .383 4.859 3.73 3.73 0 0 0 2.65 1.096 3.73 3.73 0 0 0 2.654-1.1l4.773-4.773c.708-.708 1.098-1.65 1.098-2.652s-.39-1.943-1.098-2.652c-.707-.707-1.649-1.096-2.652-1.096s-1.945.389-2.652 1.096l-.75.75a.744.744 0 0 1-1.06 0c-.142-.141-.22-.33-.22-.53s.078-.389.22-.53l.75-.75c.99-.99 2.309-1.536 3.712-1.536s2.722.545 3.712 1.536a5.21 5.21 0 0 1 1.538 3.712 5.21 5.21 0 0 1-1.538 3.712l-4.773 4.773a5.21 5.21 0 0 1-3.711 1.54z"></path></svg></span></button></div></div><dl class="faq__questions-answers-list"><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: When will I be notified that my application is complete and has been forwarded to the Admissions Committee? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: You will receive an email when both your supplemental application and your verified CASPA application are received by Yale.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: By what date will Yale inform me of the invitation to interview for the PA program? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: It is our goal to extend interview invitations one month prior to the scheduled interview dates. Interviews typically occur in October and November during the admissions cycle. </p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: Do you conduct virtual or in-person admissions interviews? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text">A: We conduct virtual interviews.</div></dd></div></dl></section></li><li class="faq-list__section js-faq-list-topic-section-OfficialGRETestScores"><section class="faq" aria-label="Official GRE Test Scores"><div class="faq__title-container"><h2 id="official-gre-test-scores" class="faq__title">Official GRE Test Scores</h2><div class="faq__title-anchor-copy-container"><button type="button" aria-label="Copy Link" class="anchor-copy-button anchor-copy-button--color-mode--dark"><span class="anchor-copy-button__content"><span class="anchor-copy-button__text">Copy Link</span><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" xml:space="preserve" viewBox="0 0 24 24" focusable="false" class="anchor-copy-button__icon"><path d="M5.253 21.497a5.21 5.21 0 0 1-3.712-1.535A5.21 5.21 0 0 1 .006 16.25c0-1.404.545-2.722 1.535-3.712l4.773-4.774a5.22 5.22 0 0 1 3.716-1.539c1.402 0 2.719.544 3.708 1.531a5.225 5.225 0 0 1 .538 6.804.75.75 0 0 1-1.048.165.74.74 0 0 1-.299-.489.75.75 0 0 1 .134-.558 3.73 3.73 0 0 0-.384-4.86 3.73 3.73 0 0 0-2.649-1.094 3.73 3.73 0 0 0-2.655 1.099l-4.774 4.774a3.754 3.754 0 0 0 0 5.303c.707.707 1.649 1.096 2.652 1.096s1.945-.389 2.652-1.096l.932-.932a.744.744 0 0 1 1.06 0 .744.744 0 0 1 0 1.06l-.932.932a5.2 5.2 0 0 1-3.712 1.537"></path><path d="M13.978 18.024a5.21 5.21 0 0 1-3.709-1.535 5.22 5.22 0 0 1-.536-6.803.75.75 0 0 1 1.047-.166.75.75 0 0 1 .3.49.75.75 0 0 1-.134.558 3.73 3.73 0 0 0 .383 4.859 3.73 3.73 0 0 0 2.65 1.096 3.73 3.73 0 0 0 2.654-1.1l4.773-4.773c.708-.708 1.098-1.65 1.098-2.652s-.39-1.943-1.098-2.652c-.707-.707-1.649-1.096-2.652-1.096s-1.945.389-2.652 1.096l-.75.75a.744.744 0 0 1-1.06 0c-.142-.141-.22-.33-.22-.53s.078-.389.22-.53l.75-.75c.99-.99 2.309-1.536 3.712-1.536s2.722.545 3.712 1.536a5.21 5.21 0 0 1 1.538 3.712 5.21 5.21 0 0 1-1.538 3.712l-4.773 4.773a5.21 5.21 0 0 1-3.711 1.54z"></path></svg></span></button></div></div><dl class="faq__questions-answers-list"><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: Do you require the GRE?</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>The Yale PA Program requires the GRE general test. <a href="https://www.ets.org/gre/test-takers.html?utm_agency=st004&utm_campaign=st004-b2c24-core24-grebranded-usa-ga-ppc&utm_campaign_id=12511606007&utm_content=gre-branded&utm_content_id=117426525005&utm_term=register%20for%20gre&utm_country=usa&utm_source=google-search-b2c&utm_medium=ppc&gad_source=1">Click here for information on how to register</a>. We accept the at-home or test center option. When reporting scores, please use the CASPA code: 3983. We recommend applicants complete the GRE by August 15th to allow time for CASPA to receive the scores. </p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>How far back will Yale accept GRE Scores?</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>Five years</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q:Will Yale accept the MCAT?</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: No. All applicants are expected to complete the GRE. The institution code is 3983.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: The Educational Testing Service (ETS) keeps the scores for only five years. I took the GRE prior to that. Do I need to retake the GRE?</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: Yes. The GRE is a required component and the Program will only consider official test scores.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: I have a graduate degree and would like an exemption from taking the GRE.</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: In an effort to ensure fair admissions practices, we do not waive GRE requirements for any applicant.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: What is the minimum score required on the GRE? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: We do not have a minimum score on any specific section of the GRE, however, to remain a competitive applicant we do recommend scores above the 50th percentile on each of the three sections. </p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: What is the latest date for taking the Graduate Record Examination?</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: We recommend that all GRE examinations be scheduled by August 15th. 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Will you still accept the course? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>Yes. We recognize some applicants may have science coursework (including prerequisites) that are now pass/fail. Although we strongly encourage applicants to complete a course and earn a traditional grade, we will accept pass/fail coursework for classes completed from spring 2020 – spring 2022. </p> <p>This policy only applies to applicants studying at an institution requiring students to complete coursework as pass/fail. Please keep in mind pass/fail coursework does not factor into the science GPA or prerequisite GPA calculation.</p> <p>For more information please email <a href="mailto:pa.program@yale.edu">pa.program@yale.edu</a>.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: I have taken organic chemistry twice because my first grade was a "C." When calculating the GPA do you use the first grade or the second grade? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><div class="bio" id="GPA" style="DISPLAY: block"> <p>A: Since the science grade point average includes all science course work, it would use both organic chemistry grades in the calculation.</p> </div></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: Is the science GPA calculated using only the courses that fulfill prerequisite requirements or from the entire transcript of science courses? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><div class="bio" id="GPA1" style="DISPLAY: block"> <p>A: The science GPA is calculated using the entire transcript(s) of science courses.</p> </div></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: I did poorly in my undergraduate science course work and have maintained a very high GPA in my post-baccalaureate studies. Can Yale consider only my post-baccalaureate studies GPA since the grades are more representative of my current knowledge base?</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: No. The science GPA is calculated using grades from the undergraduate and post-graduate periods.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: If I took my biology and chemistry courses more than ten years ago, am I required to retake the science prerequisites? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: No. We do not require that the science courses be taken within a certain timeframe relative to the application. When the admissions committee reviews the application, the members will assess the applicant's familiarity with the prerequisite subjects in general.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: My last prerequisite for Yale's program will be completed this fall. Will this date disqualify me as an applicant?</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: No. <em><strong>A maximum of 1 prerequisite course may be "in progress" at the time you submit your application.</strong></em> That course must be completed by December 31st with a grade of "B" or better.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: I am working this year, trying to fulfill the work experience hours required by many PA programs. How many hours do I need to complete prior to submitting my application?</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: While Yale does not require a set number of health care hours, having experience does make the applicant more competitive. Most individuals that apply to our program have on average 1900 patient care hours.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: How does Yale define "direct patient care?"</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A: Direct patient care means hands-on patient experience. Preference is given to applicants with more hands-on experience. Roles in this area include but are not limited to experience as an EMT, Paramedic, RN, Medical Assistant, CNA, ER Tech, and Physical Therapy Aide. Healthcare experience with underserved populations is highly valued.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: Do you accept Advanced Placement (AP) credits?</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text">A: We do not accept AP credits for prerequisite coursework. AP credits for non-prerequisite coursework are accepted, however, they will not factor into your overall GPA or science GPA.</div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Q: Do you accept courses taken online or at a community college?</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text">A: Yes. Coursework may be completed at community colleges, institutions from which the applicant has not received a degree, and regionally accredited online institutions.</div></dd></div></dl></section></li><li class="faq-list__section js-faq-list-topic-section-FinAid&CommunityService"><section class="faq" aria-label="Fin Aid & Community Service"><div class="faq__title-container"><h2 id="fin-aid---community-service" class="faq__title">Fin Aid & Community Service</h2><div class="faq__title-anchor-copy-container"><button type="button" aria-label="Copy Link" class="anchor-copy-button anchor-copy-button--color-mode--dark"><span class="anchor-copy-button__content"><span class="anchor-copy-button__text">Copy Link</span><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" xml:space="preserve" viewBox="0 0 24 24" focusable="false" class="anchor-copy-button__icon"><path d="M5.253 21.497a5.21 5.21 0 0 1-3.712-1.535A5.21 5.21 0 0 1 .006 16.25c0-1.404.545-2.722 1.535-3.712l4.773-4.774a5.22 5.22 0 0 1 3.716-1.539c1.402 0 2.719.544 3.708 1.531a5.225 5.225 0 0 1 .538 6.804.75.75 0 0 1-1.048.165.74.74 0 0 1-.299-.489.75.75 0 0 1 .134-.558 3.73 3.73 0 0 0-.384-4.86 3.73 3.73 0 0 0-2.649-1.094 3.73 3.73 0 0 0-2.655 1.099l-4.774 4.774a3.754 3.754 0 0 0 0 5.303c.707.707 1.649 1.096 2.652 1.096s1.945-.389 2.652-1.096l.932-.932a.744.744 0 0 1 1.06 0 .744.744 0 0 1 0 1.06l-.932.932a5.2 5.2 0 0 1-3.712 1.537"></path><path d="M13.978 18.024a5.21 5.21 0 0 1-3.709-1.535 5.22 5.22 0 0 1-.536-6.803.75.75 0 0 1 1.047-.166.75.75 0 0 1 .3.49.75.75 0 0 1-.134.558 3.73 3.73 0 0 0 .383 4.859 3.73 3.73 0 0 0 2.65 1.096 3.73 3.73 0 0 0 2.654-1.1l4.773-4.773c.708-.708 1.098-1.65 1.098-2.652s-.39-1.943-1.098-2.652c-.707-.707-1.649-1.096-2.652-1.096s-1.945.389-2.652 1.096l-.75.75a.744.744 0 0 1-1.06 0c-.142-.141-.22-.33-.22-.53s.078-.389.22-.53l.75-.75c.99-.99 2.309-1.536 3.712-1.536s2.722.545 3.712 1.536a5.21 5.21 0 0 1 1.538 3.712 5.21 5.21 0 0 1-1.538 3.712l-4.773 4.773a5.21 5.21 0 0 1-3.711 1.54z"></path></svg></span></button></div></div><dl class="faq__questions-answers-list"><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Is financial aid available to PA students? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>Yes, student financial aid is <a href="/pa/tuition-financial-aid/">based on demonstrated financial need.</a></p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Are there mandatory community service requirements at Yale?</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>No, we encourage community volunteer opportunities but there is no specific requirement. 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Students must apply and be selected for these rotation sites. <br></p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>What is the global health elective? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>A joint project between the PA and medical students, the global health elective meets every other week in the evening. Experts in the field of health in resource challenged regions of the world provide the lecture content.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>What is the Downs Fellowship? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>The Wilbur J. Downs Fellowship provides students at the medical center the opportunity to travel abroad to perform research. <a href="https://ysph.yale.edu/admissions-financial-aid/applied-practice-and-research/downs-fellowship/">More information can be found at the YSPH website.</a></p> <p>In the past three years, six PA students have been selected as Downs Fellows. </p></div></dd></div></dl></section></li><li class="faq-list__section js-faq-list-topic-section-Curriculum"><section class="faq" aria-label="Curriculum"><div class="faq__title-container"><h2 id="curriculum" class="faq__title">Curriculum</h2><div class="faq__title-anchor-copy-container"><button type="button" aria-label="Copy Link" class="anchor-copy-button anchor-copy-button--color-mode--dark"><span class="anchor-copy-button__content"><span class="anchor-copy-button__text">Copy Link</span><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" xml:space="preserve" viewBox="0 0 24 24" focusable="false" class="anchor-copy-button__icon"><path d="M5.253 21.497a5.21 5.21 0 0 1-3.712-1.535A5.21 5.21 0 0 1 .006 16.25c0-1.404.545-2.722 1.535-3.712l4.773-4.774a5.22 5.22 0 0 1 3.716-1.539c1.402 0 2.719.544 3.708 1.531a5.225 5.225 0 0 1 .538 6.804.75.75 0 0 1-1.048.165.74.74 0 0 1-.299-.489.75.75 0 0 1 .134-.558 3.73 3.73 0 0 0-.384-4.86 3.73 3.73 0 0 0-2.649-1.094 3.73 3.73 0 0 0-2.655 1.099l-4.774 4.774a3.754 3.754 0 0 0 0 5.303c.707.707 1.649 1.096 2.652 1.096s1.945-.389 2.652-1.096l.932-.932a.744.744 0 0 1 1.06 0 .744.744 0 0 1 0 1.06l-.932.932a5.2 5.2 0 0 1-3.712 1.537"></path><path d="M13.978 18.024a5.21 5.21 0 0 1-3.709-1.535 5.22 5.22 0 0 1-.536-6.803.75.75 0 0 1 1.047-.166.75.75 0 0 1 .3.49.75.75 0 0 1-.134.558 3.73 3.73 0 0 0 .383 4.859 3.73 3.73 0 0 0 2.65 1.096 3.73 3.73 0 0 0 2.654-1.1l4.773-4.773c.708-.708 1.098-1.65 1.098-2.652s-.39-1.943-1.098-2.652c-.707-.707-1.649-1.096-2.652-1.096s-1.945.389-2.652 1.096l-.75.75a.744.744 0 0 1-1.06 0c-.142-.141-.22-.33-.22-.53s.078-.389.22-.53l.75-.75c.99-.99 2.309-1.536 3.712-1.536s2.722.545 3.712 1.536a5.21 5.21 0 0 1 1.538 3.712 5.21 5.21 0 0 1-1.538 3.712l-4.773 4.773a5.21 5.21 0 0 1-3.711 1.54z"></path></svg></span></button></div></div><dl class="faq__questions-answers-list"><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Does the program curriculum follow a problem-based learning pedagogy?</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>The School of Medicine and thus the PA Program utilize traditional lectures to introduce topics relevant to medical practice. Seminar and laboratory sessions throughout the didactic phase enhance the comprehension and practical application of the basic and medical sciences.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Does the cadaver laboratory offer prosected cadavers?</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>PA students, in the state-of-the-art anatomy laboratory, dissect a full cadaver as a part of the anatomy course. While this is time consuming, we find that the psychomotor skill development aids students during their surgery rotation.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>What simulation opportunities exist for the PA student training at Yale?</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>Prior to rotations, students participate in several procedure labs that serve to prepare them for their clinical rotation experience. New this year, students will learn surgical skills in the small animal laboratory. In the clinical phase several of the rotations use simulation cases to improve student learning.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Can I do clinical rotations in any area of the country? </div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>We believe the quality of the clinical rotation training is critically important for your development as a PA. Additionally, the ARC-PA requires adequate monitoring of the clinical rotation sites. We do have some rotations in states such as Colorado, Illinois, Maine, Kentucky and Texas but generally the students rotate in the State of Connecticut. </p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>What leadership opportunities exist at Yale?</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"><p>For those interested in PA policy and legislation, we support student participation at the AAPA CORE Capitol Hill Day in Washington DC, the annual AAPA conference and the Connecticut Academy of Physician Assistants conference.</p></div></dd></div><div class="faq-question-answer__item faq-question-answer__item--mode--row"><div class="faq-question-answer__question-container"><dt class="faq-question-answer__question"><div>Is the training at Yale more surgical or medicine focused?</div></dt></div><dd class="faq-question-answer__answer"><div class="faq-question-answer__answer-text"> The training emphasizes a generalist approach. 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Although we strongly encourage applicants to complete a course and earn a traditional grade, we will accept pass/fail coursework for classes completed from spring 2020 – spring 2022.  </p>\r\n<p>This policy only applies to applicants studying at an institution requiring students to complete coursework as pass/fail. Please keep in mind pass/fail coursework does not factor into the science GPA or prerequisite GPA calculation.</p>\r\n<p>For more information please email <a href=\"mailto:pa.program@yale.edu\">pa.program@yale.edu</a>.</p>"},{"question":"Q: I have taken organic chemistry twice because my first grade was a \"C.\" When calculating the GPA do you use the first grade or the second grade? 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Will this date disqualify me as an applicant?","answer":"<p>A: No. <em><strong>A maximum of 1 prerequisite course may be \"in progress\" at the time you submit your application.</strong></em> That course must be completed by December 31st with a grade of \"B\" or better.</p>"},{"question":"Q: I am working this year, trying to fulfill the work experience hours required by many PA programs. How many hours do I need to complete prior to submitting my application?","answer":"<p>A: While Yale does not require a set number of health care hours, having experience does make the applicant more competitive. Most individuals that apply to our program have on average 1900 patient care hours.</p>"},{"question":"Q: How does Yale define \"direct patient care?\"","answer":"<p>A: Direct patient care means hands-on patient experience. Preference is given to applicants with more hands-on experience. 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