Program Costs & Financial Aid

Direct costs are those that will appear on your Saint Joseph’s tuition bill, and are required to be paid to the University, such as tuition, housing and meal plan costs. Indirect costs include expenses for which you are not billed by Saint Joseph’s but are still necessary and will vary, such as books, supplies, transportation, personal costs and possibly off-campus room and meal expenses.

These are projected costs for the class entering 2024. Tuition, fees and costs are subject to change. Diagnostic instrument and supply costs are dependent on personal selection of equipment.

The tuition for Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS) students entering fall 2024 is $52,530* per year. 

* The Comprehensive Fee is a fee that supports a series of ancillary services and expenses including but not limited to: recreational facilities, student events and programs, student associations and groups and technology.

* Students must only purchase University Health Insurance if they do not already have private coverage. All full-time students are required to have insurance. For more information, please see the Health Insurance Requirement Policy. Amount shown is 2024-25 cost.

The University Administration reserves the right to make changes in tuition, fees, and food and housing charges.

The PA Program will provide students with the appropriate malpractice liability insurance.

Information regarding Financial Aid is available from our Financial Aid Office.

Federal loan repayment programs that target specific populations with inadequate medical care are also available to PA students. Information about these programs can be obtained through the University, the American Academy of Physician Assistants, the public library or the National Health Service Corps web page.

For information about refunds after withdrawal or dismissal, please see our refund policy.