taywoodrow Posted February 17, 2016 Share Posted February 17, 2016 Hey! So I am just around the corner from applying to PA school for the first time. I have a BS in psychology with a 3.78 cumulative GPA and a 3.47 science GPA. I'll have around 2000 hours of HCE in the ER of a level one trauma center and around 20 hours of shadowing by the time I begin applying. Where I get concerned is about my volunteer hours. I know they aren't required at most schools, but I have heard that it can make or break your acceptance. I have around 550 volunteer hours, however the are from 3-6 years ago. I also do research at my university and will have around 100 hours for that by the time I apply. My top 2 schools would be either the U of Utah or Denver. I hear they focus mainly on volunteer hours though. Do you think I would have a chance at getting into either school since my volunteer hours are pretty low? Do you have any recommendations for schools that I have a good chance of being accepted to? Also, any advice on what to do for resume building would be great too! I am trying to figure out some more volunteering hours, but working full time, being a full time student, and conducting research leaves little time for a set volunteering schedule! Any advice would be greatly appreciated! Thank you! Taylor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator EMEDPA Posted February 17, 2016 Moderator Share Posted February 17, 2016 I think you are in great shape. great gpa, above avg experience and volunteering. relax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MT2PA Posted February 17, 2016 Share Posted February 17, 2016 I had literally no volunteering hours and had no issues. Deep breath. You'll be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newton9686 Posted February 18, 2016 Share Posted February 18, 2016 Agreed. Relax. Your in a great position to be accepted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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