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At Carlow University, the next generation of ethical leaders is already in the making.
Here, our students gain more than just a degree – they build connections, find purpose, and thrive – working in ways big and small to reshape the future. With your support, we can continue to invest in these future leaders and expand their ability to transform our world.
How You Can Support
At Carlow University, the next generation of ethical leaders is already in the making.
Here, our students gain more than just a degree – they build connections, find purpose, and thrive – working in ways big and small to reshape the future. With your support, we can continue to invest in these future leaders and expand their ability to transform our world.
How You Can SupportPhysician Assistant Cost of Attendance Policy Academic Year 26-27
Tuition, fees, and associated costs are published on the PA Program website and in the Student Manual and are subject to annual review and change. Any changes will be publicly posted for prospective students and formally communicated to matriculated students. Variations in associated costs may occur.
The program does not offer a tuition lock; therefore, tuition and/or fees for Academic Year Two may increase.
| Cost | PA Program Academic Year 1 | PA Program Academic Year 2 | Total Cost of Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Cost per credit $1042.00 |
Cost per credit $1042.00 |
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| 59 credits | 43 credits | 102 credits | |
| $61,478.00 | $44,806.00 | $106,284.00 | |
| Laptop | $1,000.00 | N/A | $1,000.00 |
| BLS | $21.00 | N/A | $21.00 |
| ACLS | $60.00 | N/A | $60.00 |
| HeartCode | $158.00 | N/A | $158.00 |
| EXXAT Fees | $36.00 | $175.00 | $211.00 |
| Medical Equipment | $500 – $1000 | N/A | $500 – $1000 |
| White Coat and Name Tag | $40.00 | N/A | $40.00 |
| Background Checks | Cost varies | Cost varies | Cost varies |
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Medical Assessment and Required Vaccinations / Titres
(influenza, PPD, Hep B titre, MMR titre, Varicella titre) |
Cost varies as per Student Health Insurance |
Cost varies as per Student Health Insurance |
Cost varies as per Student Health Insurance |
| Textbooks | $500.00 | N/A | $500.00 |
| HIPAA Training | $25.00 | N/A | $25.00 |
| Drug Testing | Cost varies as per Student Health Insurance |
Cost varies as per Student Health Insurance |
Cost varies as per Student Health Insurance |
| Liability Insurance* | N/A | $11/semester | $33.00 |
| PSPA Membership (optional) | $50 for two-year membership |
N/A | $50 for two-year membership |
| AAPA Membership (required for student on campus membership) | $75 for two-year membership |
N/A | $75 for two-year membership |
| Lab fees* | $150.00 x 5 labs | N/A | $750.00 |
| Tote Bags* | $200.00 | N/A | $200.00 |
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PAEA Exam Box (Includes ten End of Rotation Exams, two PACKRAT Exams, and one End of Curriculum Exam)* |
N/A | $420 | $420 |
| Clinical Rotation Fees* | N/A | $1000 each (8 total) | $8,000.00 |
| Additional SCPE Costs (transportation, parking, and temporary transient housing, such as hotel stays during travel to and from distant sites – this does NOT cover expenses for rent, housing or food for the entirety of the rotation)** | N/A | $2,500.00 | $2,500.00 |
| Online Learning Platforms* | $350.00 | $350.00 | $700.00 |
| Graduation Fee | N/A | $150.00 | $150.00 |
| Cap and Gown Fee | N/A | $130.00 | $130.00 |
| Transportation Fee | $138.00 | $138.00 | $276.00 |
| University Fee | $19.00/credit | $19.00/credit | $1,938.00 |
| Tech Fee | $260.00 | $260.00 | $520.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $130.00 | $130.00 | $260.00 |
| Graduate Student Activity Fee | $104.00 | $104.00 | $208.00 |
| CHW Graduate Student Fee | $300 | $300 | $600 |
*This is a supplemental fee associated with specific courses in the curriculum.
**Student housing may be required at clinical sites; all housing, food and transportation costs are the responsibility of the student. Students are not required to maintain a residence in Pittsburgh during the clinical year.
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