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* |
$12,725 |
*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 $178,815
If you have any financial aid questions, please contact the Financial Aid office at 903-813-2900 or email them at finaid@austincollege.edu.