PA Program Class of 2026 Tuition and Estimated Cost of Attendance
Tuition and Fees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Program Tuition (Billed across 6 terms in equal installments) |
$112,000 |
| Experiential Learning Fee ($4,300 on the 1st & 4th term) |
$8,600 |
| Total Program Cost | $120,600 |
Additional Estimated Costs Associated with the Program
| Item | Amount |
| Educational Materials (Textbooks, printing, etc. Most required textbooks are offered electronically through the PA Program) |
$1,000 |
| Laptop Computer | $1,500 |
| Equipment | $1,000 |
| Student Health Insurance (Required if student does not have own coverage) |
$5420 |
| Program Clearances and Onboarding (Background check, physical exam, drug screens, titers, portal fees etc.) |
$720 |
| Membership Costs: AAPA Membership TAPA Membership |
$75 $35 |
| Housing and Transportation for Distant Clinical Rotation | $5000 |
| Total Additional Cost* |
$14,750 |
*Professional Membership Fees – $110 (optional, but recommended)
Estimated Living and Transportation Expenses
| Item | Amount |
| Rent/Mortgage/Utilities | $32,400 |
| Misc. Living Expenses (i.e. cell phone, internet access, food) |
$10,800 |
| Transportation** (i.e. gas, car insurance) |
$5,400 |
| Total Estimated Living and Transportation Expenses | $48,600 |
**A vehicle is required
Overall cost of Attendance for the entire PA Program $183,950
If you have any financial aid questions, please contact the Financial Aid office at 903-813-2900 or email them at finaid@austincollege.edu.
Scholarship Opportunities
Physician Associate Foundation Student Scholarship
The Physician Associate Foundation (PAF) Scholarship Program is open to applicants who meet the general eligibility requirements listed below as well as the scholarship-specific criteria outlined in each scholarship description below. Applicants may apply for any scholarships for which they are eligible. Evaluation is based on academic achievement, financial need, and leadership and service activity involvement.
National Health Service Corps
Students pursuing primary care health professions training may be eligible to apply to the National Health Service Corps Scholarship Program.
PA Education Association Scholarships and Grants Resources
PA school is demanding, and applicants will have limited time, if any, to work while attending school. The time to start researching financial aid options is when you begin researching PA programs. The cost of PA school varies based on which program you choose to attend. When considering programs, be sure to include the total expenses for completing the program.