Carlow University Physician Assistant Program Policy and Procedure
Cost of Attendance Policy #102
In order for prospective students to make an informed decision regarding the cost of attending the Carlow University PA Program, the tuition, fees, and estimated program costs are made public.
The tuition and fee schedules are set annually by the University and are subject to change. These changes will be made public once they are announced by the University. Information regarding tuition, fees, and any associated costs will appear on the PA Program website and in the PA Student Manual. Program policy applies to all students regardless of location.
Corresponding ARCPA Standard A3.01, A3.02, A3.12f (5th Ed.)
Origination Date 7/29/20
Revision Date 3/25/24
Tuition and fees are subject to change. Any and all changes will be made public to prospective students and announced to matriculated students. Associated costs include, but are not limited to, the following. (This list is intended as an estimate of costs.)
| Cost | PA Program Academic Year 1 | PA Program Academic Year 2 | Total Cost of Program |
| Tuition | Cost per credit | Cost per credit | |
| $978.00 | $978.00 | ||
| 59 credits | 43 credits | 102 credits | |
| $57,702.00 | $42,054.00 | $99,756.00 | |
| Laptop | $1,000.00 | N/A | $1,000.00 |
| BLS | N/A | $21.00 | $21.00 |
| ACLS | N/A | $60.00 | $60.00 |
| HeartCode | N/A | $158.00 | $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 (~$70) | Cost varies (~$70) | Cost varies (~$140) |
| 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 |
| Required Textbooks | $1,000.00 | N/A | $1,000.00 |
| HIPAA and OSHA Training | $180.00 | N/A | $180.00 |
| 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 | $150.00 | $300.00 |
| Tote Bags | $200.00 | N/A | $200.00 |
| PACKRAT | $45.00 | $45.00 | $90.00 |
| End of Rotation Exams | N/A | $35 each (8 total) PLUS additional exams as needed for remediation | 280 PLUS additional exams as needed for remediation |
| Clinical Rotations | N/A | $1000 each (8 total) | $8,000.00 |
| Additional SCPE Costs (transportation, housing, parking) | N/A | $2,500.00 | $2,500.00 |
| Online Learning Platforms | $200.00 | $200.00 | $400.00 |
| Transportation Fee | $138.00 | $138.00 | $276.00 |
| University Fee | $19.00/semester | $19.00/semester | $114.00 |
| Tech Fee | $260.00 | $260.00 | $520.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $130.00 | $130.00 | $260.00 |
| Graduate Student Activity Fee | $100.00 | $100.00 | $200.00 |
Orientation to Policy 1. The tuition, fees and associated costs are published on the PA Program web site and Student Manual. Variations in associated costs may exist. Should fees and/or tuition change, the updated information will be posted on the PA Program website and students will be made aware of any changes in writing and in person. Compliance 1. The Program Director is responsible for updating information as tuition, fees, and costs may change. 2. This policy will be reviewed annually by the PA program faculty (per Program Assessment Plan) to assure it continues to reflect the current University and program policy.