CASPA

CASPA is the centralized application service which the majority of PA programs utilize.  Creating an application through CASPA allows you to apply to a number of different programs in which you are intrested...all in one fell swoop!  Some programs require additional information which is not included in the CASPA application.  CASPA is a service of the Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA), and has streamlined the admissions process for many of PAEAs member programs.  There are still a handful of programs which do not utilize CASPA, and you must apply separately to those programs. 

You may start an application in CASPA, save it, piece away at it and revise it numerous times before you actually submit it for good.  CASPAs website (linked at the beginning of this post) is very helpful and informative.  The website is very user-friendly and help is always available.  Your admissions coordinator will likely be versed in the CASPA process, as well.