Costs and Financial Aid
| Program Costs | Didactic Year | Clinical Year | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition (In State) | $50,536 | $36,498 | $87,034 |
| Tuition (Out of State) | $82,479 | $59,568 | $142,047 |
| General Fee | $3,310 | $2,391 | $5,701 |
| Program & Lab Fees | $890 | $580 | $1,470 |
| Student Services Fees1 | $5,984 | $4,333 | $10,317 |
| Tuition with fees (In State) | $60,720 | $43,802 | $104,522 |
| Tuition with fees (Out of State) | $92,663 | $66,872 | $159,535 |
| Pre-matriculation expenses2 | $2,270 | ||
| Parking permits | $608 | $456 | $1,064 |
| Miscellaneous expenses3 | $2,545 | $85 | $2,630 |
| Living Expenses (Housing and Food)4 | $32,331 | $23,513 | $55,844 |
| Transportation Expenses4 | $4,530 | $3,338 | $7,868 |
| Loan Fees | $1,769 | $1,415 | $3,184 |
| In State Total | $102,503 | $72,609 | $177,382 |
| Out of State Total | $134,446 | $95,679 | $232,395 |
1 Student Services Fees: These fees support campus services and resources and include the Health Insurance, Student Services Fee, Student Green Fund Fee, Legal Services Fee, Graduate Professional Development & Orientation Fee, Graduation Fee, Student Registration Fee, and the cost of a Rocket Card.
2 Pre-Matriculation Costs: Students are responsible for obtaining Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, a criminal background check, scrub uniforms, professional attire, and a laptop prior to enrollment. While these costs are included in the estimated total cost of attendance, they are not attributed to either the didactic-year or clinical-year cost estimates. A $1,000 non-refundable enrollment deposit is also required and is not included in the published cost calculations. For students who matriculate into the program, the enrollment deposit will be applied toward first-semester tuition.
3 Miscellaneous Expenses: Miscellaneous expenses include textbooks, medical equipment, BLS recertification, a background check required for clinical rotations, and a long white coat for the End-of-Program Ceremony. These estimated costs may vary based on vendor pricing and other factors.
4 Living Expenses: Living expenses are estimated. Actual costs may vary based on housing choices, transportation needs, personal circumstances, and other factors and are subject to change.
Travel to Clinical Sites: The UToledo PA Program strives to place students at local clinical sites whenever possible. However, to meet clinical education requirements, students may be required to complete rotations at sites located up to 60 miles from the Health Science Campus.
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 expenses are reviewed each year before the fall semester begins. Costs are subject to change, and this page will be updated to reflect the most current information.
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.