Ohio Dominican University (Columbus)
Columbus, OH
Program details
- Institution
- Ohio Dominican University
- Entrance exam
- GRE or MCAT
- Application deadline
- Jul 15
- Min GPA
- 3
- Min science GPA
- 3
- Shadowing hours required
- 8
- Program length
- 24 months
- Class size
- 25
- Accreditation
- Accredited
- Interview format
- In-person, by invitation only; candidates cover their own travel expenses
Prerequisites
- •General Chemistry
- •Organic Chemistry
- •Biochemistry
- •Biology I & II
- •Physics I & II
- •Calculus
- •Statistics
- •English
- •Additional science course
- •12 credits of humanities
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Ohio Dominican University (Columbus) — frequently asked
What GPA does Ohio Dominican University (Columbus) require?
Ohio Dominican University (Columbus) lists a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 and a science GPA of at least 3.0. Minimums are a floor rather than a target — competitive applicants usually sit above them, and science GPA tends to carry the most weight.
Which entrance exam does Ohio Dominican University (Columbus) accept?
Ohio Dominican University (Columbus) uses the GRE or MCAT. Score expectations and accepted exams change between cycles, so confirm on the program's page and on CASAA before you register for a test date.
How many shadowing hours does Ohio Dominican University (Columbus) require?
At least 8 documented hours of anesthesia shadowing or observation. More than the minimum generally helps — it's also the experience your personal statement and interview draw on.
What prerequisites does Ohio Dominican University (Columbus) require?
General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology I & II, Physics I & II, Calculus, Statistics, English, Additional science course, 12 credits of humanities. Many programs also require science coursework to have been completed within roughly the last 5–10 years, so check recency as well as completion.
How long is the Ohio Dominican University (Columbus) program?
About 24 months of full-time study. CAA programs run continuously with heavy clinical time, so most students can't work meaningfully during them.
Does Ohio Dominican University (Columbus) use CASAA?
Yes — Ohio Dominican University (Columbus) accepts applications through CASAA, the centralized anesthesiologist-assistant application service. Remember that CASAA verification takes time after you submit, so your effective deadline is earlier than the posted one.
When is the Ohio Dominican University (Columbus) application deadline?
The deadline on file is 07-15. Many programs review on a rolling basis, so applying early in the cycle usually matters more than the posted date.
Other CAA programs in Ohio
Requirements change — always verify directly with the program and CASAA.