NCAPA HBCU Pre-PA Fair

The 2026 NCAPA HBCU Pre-PA Fair will be held on April 11, 2026. Space is limited to the first 40 students who register.

Pre-PA Students at PA Program Meet and Greet tables

One of the primary goals of NCAPA’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee is to increase the number of underrepresented students in healthcare careers. Several of our committee members are HBCU graduates who wished they had heard more about the PA profession earlier in college. NCAPA is dedicated to raising awareness about the PA role in the hopes of welcoming and supporting students from HBCUs.

With NC PA programs under one roof, plus an incredible lineup of practicing PAs, NCAPA leaders and mentors, PA students, and organizations, the HBCU Pre-PA Fair is the perfect opportunity to learn about the PA profession.

Registration is $10 and includes a catered breakfast and lunch, as well as a variety of fun giveaways.

Registration is now open to NC HBCU Students! Please click HERE to register.

NCAPA HBCU Pre-PA Fairs include a CASPA informational session, PAs and PA student panel, and rotations for one-on-one conversations with NC PA programs. It is a full day of networking, education, and community, emphasizing that representation in healthcare matters.