The mission of the PA program is to produce highly capable, compassionate PAs who deliver patient-centered care, make significant contributions to the health care community, and continually advance
the PA profession.
The Wake Forest University School of Medicine PA Program is composed of students whose individual characteristics comprise an extensive variety of life experiences, academic studies, work history, volunteer exposures and leadership roles.
Class of 2026 Profile
| Total Applicants | Number Interviewed | Number Accepted for PA Program | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 1,413 | 219 | 137 |
| All Students | |
|---|---|
| Number of Enrolled Students | 90 |
| Average Age | 26 |
| Underrepresented in Medicine | 26 |
| First Generation | 22 |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 20 |
| Military | 3 |
| In-state/Out-of-state | 28/62 |
| Average Total GPA | 3.62 |
| Average Science GPA | 3.51 |
| Average Verbal GRE score | 159 |
| Average Quantitative GRE score | 154 |
| Average Clinical Hours (at time of application) | 3,467 |