EDGE-PA FAQs

Welcome to the EDGE-PA Program! 

Supporting Tomorrow’s Physician Assistants Today 

1. When does the application typically open? 
   • October 1^st  
2. What’s the difference between the EDGE-PA Program and the EDGE-PA Enrichment Program? 
   • The EDGE-PA Program includes the following: 
     • Mentorship with Other PAs  
     • Expanded Application Review and Guidance  
     • Extensive Presentations by PA Admissions Teams  
     • Presentations by CASPA Representative  
     • Expanded Scholarships for CASPA Fees  
     • Professional Mock Interviews 
   • The EDGE-PA Enrichment Program builds on the EDGE-PA program in addition to the following: 
     • Access to Academic Resources  
     • Access to Coursework to Improve GPA  
     • Tutoring Support  
     • Access to Shadowing Opportunities   
     • Attend Regional and National PA events  
     • Financial Support for Travel to Interviews  
     • Support for Matriculated Students 
3. Are there scholarships for students who are unable to pay? 
   • Yes, there are scholarships available and given on a case-by-case basis. 
4. Do EDGE-PA students receive a CDU affiliated student ID?
   • Yes. If enrolled in the EDGE-PA program, you will receive a CDU email and student ID.  
5. Is the program virtual or in-person? 
   • The entirety of the program is virtual except for in-person shadowing and some conferences. 
6. What is the program’s definition of underserved groups? 
   • Our definition is broad and inclusive—we welcome everyone. This includes, but is not limited to, first-generation students, economically disadvantaged individuals, rural populations, LGBTQ+ communities, people with disabilities, veterans, and more.