​​​​​Tuition and Fees​

The tuition rates and fees of the physician assistant program are determined by the University Board of Trustees and are announced prior to the start of each academic year.
 
Fees and tuition charges are subject to change without notice. Costs may increase or decrease depending on general inflation, vendors used, etc.

Using the most current tuition and fee rates and the projected rate of increase, the cost of the program can be estimated in the manner noted below. Refer to https://www.findlay.edu/offices/business-affairs/student-accounts/graduate-charges for the most current cost per credit hour for Physician Assistant (PHAS) courses and other charges and fees.  All students accepted into the UF PA program pay a $1,000 seat deposit which is used to cover the costs of fees and supplies not noted below.

Current and estimated costs broken down by semester (assume a 3% tuition and fee increase each academic year which is not reflected below):

Fall Semester 2023

First Semester -Estimated

• Tuition 17 hours x $989 hour = $16,813 (paid to UF)
• General Service Fee $55 x 17 hours = $935 (paid to UF)
• Student Activity Fee = $50 (paid to UF)
• PHAS 501 course fee = $100 (paid to UF)
• Medical equipment, white coats, membership dues = estimated $1,200
• Background check = estimated $60
• Drug screen = estimated $60, depends on location
• Physical exam/immunizations = estimated $150
• First semester total = $19,368

Spring Semester 2024

Second Semester -Estimated

• Tuition 16 hours x $989 hour = $15,824 (paid to UF)
• General Service Fee $55x16 hours = $880 (paid to UF)
• Student Activity Fee = $50 (paid to UF)
• PHAS 510 course fee = $190 (paid to UF)
• ACLS and BLS = estimated $280
• Second semester total = $17,224

Summer Semester 2024

Third Semester -Estimated

• Tuition 11 hours x $989 hour = $10,879 (paid to UF)
• General Service Fee $55x11 hours = $605 (paid to UF)
• Student Activity Fee = $50 (paid to UF)
• PHAS 520 = $190 fee (paid to UF)
• Third semester total = $11,724

Fall Semester 2024

Fourth Semester -Estimated

• Tuition 19 hours x $989 hour = $18,791 (paid to UF)
• General Service Fee $55x19 hours = $1,045 (paid to UF)
• Student Activity Fee = $50 (paid to UF)
• PHAS 530 = $190 (paid to UF)
• Physical exam = $150 estimated (depends on insurance/etc., may be fully covered)
• Drug Screen = estimated $60, depends on location
• Background check = estimated $60
• Fourth semester total = $20,196

Spring Semester 2025

Fifth Semester -Estimated

• Tuition 11 hours x $989 hour = $10,879 (paid to UF)
• General Service Fee $55 x 11 hours = $605 (paid to UF)
• Student Activity Fee = $50 (paid to UF)
• PHAS 601 course fee = $190 (paid to UF)
• Fifth semester total = $11,724

Summer Semester 2025

Sixth Semester -Estimated

• Tuition 8 hours x $989 hour = $7,912 (paid to UF)
• General Service Fee $55 x 8 = $440 (paid to UF)
• Student Activity Fee = $50 (paid to UF)
• PHAS 603 course fee = $190 (paid to UF)
• Online training = varies, estimate $60
• Six th semester total = $8,652

Fall Semester 2025

Seventh Semester -Estimated

• Tuition 10 hours x $989 hour = $9,890 (paid to UF)
• General Service Fee $55 x 10 hours = $550 (paid to UF)
• Student Activity Fee = $50 (paid to UF)
• PHAS 605 course fee = $190 (paid to UF)
• Online training = varies, estimate $60
• Seventh semester total = $10,740

ESTIMATION OF ADDITIONAL COSTS OF  THE PROGRAM

• Books are in an electronic format and are included in the cost of attendance (no additional fees)
• Laptops* are required for the PA Program. Students reported prices range from $350 - 1,200
• Traveling** expenses are around $1,800​
  

*Laptops and/or tablets must be Microsoft Office compatible with the most updated version and support Wi-Fi function.
**Travel expenses may vary, students report spending an average of $1,500 to $3,000 over the course of the clinical year.

How to Apply for Aid 

Financial Entrance Counseling

Financial Assistance