PA Program Estimated Costs

Estimated Costs: 2009-2010Academic Year

First Year Expenses: PA
  Resident
 Non-PA
  Resident
Tuition and Student Fees * $15,125.25 $22,555.25
On Campus Housing - Evergreen Commons ** $7,056 $7,056
Full University Meal Plan *** $3,632 $3,632
MD Consult $150 $150
Additional Books $1,000 $1,000
Laptop PC $2,500 $2,500
Intruments and Lab Coat $1,100 $1,100
State Police or FBI Clearance $35 $35
     
Total: $30,498.25 $38,028.25

All costs are based on current rates. Rates are reviews annually by the University and are subject to change. Current Tuition and Information can be found at www.lhup.edu
* Student fees at the Clearfield Campus are slightly less than those for the Main Campus.  Figures are based on fall 2009, spring 2010 and summer 2009 semester tuition and fees
** Student Housing Varies - Off Campus Housing is available

*** Represents 19 meals/wk Fall and Spring Plan and 14 meals/wk Summer Plan

Additional Expenses:

In addition to the above students are required to secure and maintain Medical Liability and Health Insurance. Travel is required - students must have reliable transportation and the appropriate auto insurance.

Optional Expenses:

Include memberships in the Student Association of the American Academy of Physician Assistants ($25) and the Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants ($25).

Financial Aid:

A variety of financial aid options are available. For more information about financial aid, contact the Office of Student Financial Services at 570-484-2344 or on the web: www.lhup.edu/financial-services

Scholarships:

A list of available scholarships can be found here.