Which statement is true about the timing window for PANCE eligibility?

• A. You Can Apply 120 Days Before Expected Completion Date
• B. The Exam Timeframe Starts On The Program Start Date
• C. You Can Apply 180 Days Before Expected Completion Date
• D. There Is No Limit On Attempts

Answer: (C)

The timing window for PANCE eligibility is set to 180 days before your PA program’s expected completion date. This means you can apply and schedule the exam in advance, but not before the program is expected to be finished, so you’re testing soon after completing your requirements. The date used for this window is the program’s expected completion date, not the start of the program, and you must actually complete the program to sit for the exam. The idea behind a 180-day window is to give you time to prepare and coordinate with your clinical finish, without letting you delay the test indefinitely. There are limits on attempts, so options suggesting no limit are not accurate.