COSTS AND FINANCIAL AID
The cost of attendance for the UToledo Physician Assistant Program changes slightly from year to year, as the tuition rate and other expenses for full-time graduate students may change annually.
| Program Costs | Year 1 (Fall-Spring) |
Year 2 (Summer-Spring) |
Year 3 (Summer-Fall) |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition (In State) | $28,076 | $36,498 | $22,460 | $87,034 |
| Tuition (Out of State) | $45,822 | $60,120 | $37,209 | $143,151 |
| General Fee | $1,839 | $2,391 | $1,839 | $6,069 |
| Program & Lab Fees | $410 | $730 | $330 | $1,470 |
| Tuition with fees (In State) | $30,325 | $39,619 | $24,629 | $94,573 |
| Tuition with fees (Out of State) | $48.071 | $63,241 | $39,378 | $150,689 |
| Student Services Fees* | $3,195 | $3,344 | $1,674 |
$8,213 |
| Books, Equipment, BLS certification, Background Check** | $1,900 | $800 | - | $2,700 |
| Living Expenses (Housing and Food)** | $17,100 | $22,800 | $14,250 | $54,150 |
| Transportation Expenses** | $1,080 | $1,980 | $2,250 | $5,310 |
| In State Total | $53,600 | $68,543 | $42,803 | $164,945 |
| Out of State Total | $71,346 | $92,165 | $57,552 | $221,062 |
*Student Services Fees: These fees support a variety of campus services and resources and include the Health Insurance, Student Services Fee, Student Green Fund Fee, Legal Services Fee, Graduate Online Fee, Graduation Fee, Student Registration Fee, and the cost of a Rocket Card.
**Estimated Expenses: Costs for books, equipment, BLS certification, criminal background checks, living expenses, and transportation are estimates provided for planning purposes only. Actual costs may vary and are subject to change based on vendor pricing, personal circumstances, and other factors.
Drug Screening (if required): Certain clinical sites may require drug screening prior to or during clinical rotations. If required, students are responsible for the associated cost, which is approximately $50 per screening. Because requirements vary by site, students may be required to complete drug screening more than once during the program.
Professional Organizations: Students are encouraged to maintain membership in both the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) and the Ohio Association of Physician Assistants (OAPA) to support professional development, networking, advocacy, and access to educational resources. The current annual membership fees are approximately $75 for AAPA and $50 for OAPA.
Annual Cost Updates: Tuition, fees, and estimated program-related expenses are reviewed and updated annually prior to the start of each fall semester. All costs are subject to change without notice.
Monroe County Michigan Residents: Students who are residents of Monroe County, Michigan, will pay in-state tuition plus $1 out-of-state surcharge per semester.
Additional information can be found on the Office of the Treasurer website for financial brochures.
Scholarship opportunities
The College of Medicine & Life Sciences has many scholarships available for students to apply for. These can be found on the UToledo Scholarship Search page. To find these scholarships, please filter by Class - Graduate and College - College of Medicine & Life Sciences.
Scholarships are awarded to admitted students via an application process. The application will be emailed mid-summer to all newly admitted students.
Financial aid for graduate students is available through numerous government loan programs (like Stafford student loans) and private sources.
NOTE: Government-subsidized financial aid is not available to students admitted under Conditional Status.
For specific questions concerning the cost of attendance and financial aid information, contact the UToledo Health Science Campus Financial Aid Office.