Quick Reference Guide

Consortium of PA Education
Bachelor of Science Professional Degree Program

Note: For an application to be considered, all required documentation must be submitted by posted deadlines

Summary:

Credential Earned	Baccalaureate Degree (BScPA)
Minimum Academic Requirements	Two full years undergraduate studies; 10 full course credits; any discipline. Please note: The minimum 10 full-year courses must be completed with grades before the application deadline. The grades for the 10 full-year courses must appear on the transcript submitted as part of the application. Minimum of 3.0 GPA out of 4.0 on the OMSAS scale.
Experiential Prerequisite	Experience as Healthcare Professional, Healthcare Professional student or Healthcare Volunteer (100 hours reduced from 910 hours due to COVID-19 for admission cycles 2020-2021 to 2022-2023). Please note: As of the 2023-2024 admission cycle, a minimum of 350 healthcare experience hours will be required.*
Citizenship	Canadian or Permanent Resident
Preferred Criteria	One full course (University level) for each of 2 courses: Human Anatomy and Human Physiology Health care experience within the last 5 years Direct hands-on patient care experience in a clinical setting Paid position(s) as a healthcare provider Current resident of Ontario Have been a resident, as an adult, in a northern or rural community
Advanced Standing/Transfer	No
OUAC application deadline	January 17th of the intake year (by 11:59 PM)
Supplemental application deadline	February 1st of the intake year (by 11:59 PM)
Interview (MMI) Date	April 2023
Program Length	24 consecutive months
Delivery Method	A combination of face-to-face, distributed, and online learning. For an idea of the program schedule, see 'Program At A Glance'
Program Start Date	September
Tuition Per Year (approximate)	$11,500
Approximate Ancillary Fees Per Year (Student Fees)	$1,300
Approximate Incidental Fees (books, supplies)	$2,500