Master of Science in Pathologists’ Assistant Studies

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Admission

Admission to Carroll University Master of Science in Pathologists’ Assistant Studies Program requires a bachelor’s degree and satisfaction of prerequisite coursework. The program admits qualified students regardless of race, color, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, national or ethnic origin or handicap that does not interfere with the performance of professional pathologists’ assistant practice as provided by law.

Admission Timeline:

• August 1: Application Opens
• February 28: Priority Application Deadline
• April 15: Final Application Deadline
• September through May: Virtual interviews conducted
• September: Offers begin as interviews are completed

Required Application Materials:

• Graduate Studies Application
• Personal Statement
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Three Professional References
• Observation/Shadow Hours in a Pathology Lab
• Safety and Technical Standards Form
• GRE or MCAT Scores - encouraged, but not required
• Official Post-Secondary Transcripts from all institutions attended

Admission Requirements:

• Cumulative and Preprofessional GPA of 3.0
• Bachelor’s degree from and accredited institution must be awarded prior to matriculation

Preprofessional Coursework:

• Anatomy - one semester with lab
• Physiology - one semester with lab
• Human Biology - two semesters (lab is preferred, but not required)
• General Chemistry - two semesters with lab
• Organic Chemistry or Biochemistry - one semester with lab
• Microbiology - one semester (lab is preferred, but not required)
• Statistics - one semester
• Three additional semesters of upper-level sciences (300 level or higher

Anatomy and Physiology must be completed five years of date of application.

Preprofessional courses must be completed with a C or higher prior to matriculation. Note that a C- will not be accepted.

Other Admission Information:

Matriculating students must provide Carroll University with official college transcripts for coursework in progress at the time of application, as well as a final transcript from their graduating institution with degree conferral posted.

AP courses are accepted for general biology I, general chemistry I, and statistics. Documentation must be submitted via official college transcript.

Carroll University will not accept transfer credits for any required course in the Pathologists’ Assistant Studies Program. Advanced placement will not be granted for any reason, including prior academic studies or professional experience. Only full-time students are admitted to the program, and all courses within the curriculum are required.

The selection process for the PATH A Program is highly competitive. Each application is evaluated on individual merits. The submitted materials will be used to evaluate applicants for potential success in the program based on proven academic performance and potential; knowledge of the PATH A profession; work and other experiences; letters of reference; and essays. Personal interviews, offered to the most qualified applicants, will aid the committee in assessing a variety of non-cognitive factors, including interpersonal skills, personal maturity, motivation, and life experiences. Applicants may not be accepted without a personal interview. Invitations for admission will be extended to applicants who appear to be the most highly qualified to meet the mission and goals of the program. Students will be admitted to the Master of Science in Pathologists’ Assistant Studies program based on their admission materials and their interview.

Students need not have received their bachelor’s degree from Carroll University, but those who do will receive additional admission points.

Prerequisite Courses:

Biology Sciences - 5 semesters of biology (courses designed for science majors are preferred)

Biological science courses must include the following:

• Anatomy (or combined anatomy and physiology)
• Physiology (or combined anatomy and physiology)
• Microbiology

Suggested additional biological sciences include:

• Genetics
• Cell Biology
• Immunology
• Endocrinology
• Upper division biological science related to medicine

Chemistry - 4 semesters of chemistry (courses designed for science majors are preferred)

Suggested Chemistry course options include:

• General Chemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Biochemistry
• Organic Chemistry

Psychology - 2 semesters

Suggested Psychology course options include:

• General Psychology
• Developmental Psychology
• Lifespan Psychology
• Abnormal Psychology

Statistics - 1 semester

Other courses highly recommended for success in PA education:

• Pathophysiology
• Medical Terminology
• Epidemiology
• Pharmacology
• Spanish language

All prerequisite courses must be completed with a “C” or higher. Note that a “C-” will not be accepted.

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