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Our health professions specialists are here to guide you from entering Gustavus through acceptance to graduate school.
Health Professions Specialist
Melissa Banse
507-933-7583
g-healthprofessions [at] gustavus.edu (g-healthprofessions[at]gustavus[dot]edu)
Anesthesiologist Assistants Programs
Accredited Anesthesiologist Assistants programs that possess Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accreditation status, including award letters and program director contact information can be accessed by searching under "Find An Accredited Program" at CAAHEP.
Applicant Information
The Medical College Admission Exam (MCAT) is a standardized test that is part of the admissions process for many medical schools.
Official website for the Medical College Admission Exam (MCAT)
- Sign up for MCAT information: View the MCAT® calendars, scheduling deadlines, and score release dates for U.S. testing centers. You can also sign up to receive email updates.
- About the MCAT Exam
- Prepare for the MCAT Exam
- Register for the MCAT Exam
- MCAT Scores
MCAT Study resources
- AAMC Test Prep AFFORDABLE resources (MCAT Prep Bundle, Flashcards, 1–3 Practice Exams, Section Bank, Sample Test, Question packs, Official Guide Questions)
- Anki, a smart flashcard app, useful with the MileDown Stack
- UWorld is a newer offering in the Kaplan-Princeton-ExamKrackers market.
- Blueprint is a newer offering priced somewhere between books and prep courses.
- JackWestin.com sends out free CARS practice questions in exchange for joining their email list.
- Khan Academy's preparation resources (partnership with the AAMC)
- Kaplan
- Princeton Review
- Examkrackers
Additional information
Learn More
What is an Anesthesiologist Assistant?
Anesthesiologist assistants are highly skilled professionals who work under the direction of licensed anesthesiologists and as part of the anesthesia care team to design and implement anesthesia care plans.
Anesthesiologist vs. Anesthesiologist Assistant
What is the difference between an anesthesiologist, anesthesiologist assistant, and a nurse anesthetist?
Where can anesthesiologist assistants work?
Anesthesiologist assistants can work in the following states.
Salary and job outlook
Learn more about pay ranges and job outlook.