Application Directions and checklist
Application Directions for Classes Beginning January 5, 2009
PLEASE NOTE: Admissions for this cycle will be conducted on a rolling basis between January 1 and November 1, 2008. Applications will be processed as soon as all required documents have been received. Applications not complete as of November 1st. will not be considered for this cycle.
Early application is highly recommended.
Centralized Application Service for Physician Assistant Programs (CASPA)
AMC participates in CASPA and adheres to its Code of Cooperation. All applicants must go to www.caspaonline.org and complete the primary application process according to their directions. CASPA applications must be completed by October 1st to allow reporting to AMC by the November 1st program deadline. (Accepted applicants will also be required to submit official transcripts to the AMC registrar upon enrollment.)
Supplemental Application and Fee
Complete and sign the Supplemental Application and return it directly to the Program with a non refundable fee of $50 payable to Albany Medical College. This should be done as early in the process as possible. It is not necessary to have completed the CASPA application or the GRE application prior to submitting the Supplemental Application.
Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
All applicants are required to complete the GRE. To schedule a test, or for more information on the exam, go to www.gre.org or call 1-800-473-2255. Scores must be reported to Albany Medical College whose institution code is 2947. No minimum score is required as the scores will be evaluated in the context of the applicant's entire record.
Financial Aid and Estimated Expenses
See general information regarding Financial Aid and estimated program expenses for an individual student. For questions contact the financial aid office at (518) 262-5435.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
Foreign applicants must also complete the International Applicant Supplement Form.
If your answer is "no" to any of the following questions, you are required to take the TOEFL.
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a. |
Is English your primary language? |
( ) Yes |
( ) No |
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b. |
Do you speak English in your home? |
( ) Yes |
( ) No |
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c. |
Did your primary caretaker as a child speak English with you? |
( ) Yes |
( ) No |
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d. |
Was all of your elementary school education (K-8) taught in English? |
( ) Yes |
( ) No |
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e. |
Was all of your high school education (9-12) taught in English? |
( ) Yes |
( ) No |
To schedule a test or for more information call 1-609-921-9000 or visit www.toefl.org.
We encourage all applicants to contact their assigned admissions advisor to discuss any questions or concerns during the admissions process.
Deadline for all application materials is November1, 2008.
