MPAS Tuition and Fees
The Master of Physician Assistant Studies program at Trine University uses a comprehensive cost approach, meaning that tuition includes all books, required subscriptions, and technology fees. The summary of tuition costs is as follows and totals seven semesters (including summer):
| Class | Phases | Cost | Total Cost (7 semesters) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class of 2021 | Didactic phase: Fall 2019 - Fall 2020 Clinical phase: Spring 2021 - Fall 2021 |
$13,808 / Semester | $96,656 |
| Class of 2022 | Didactic phase: Fall 2020 - Fall 2021 Clinical phase: Spring 2022 - Fall 2022 |
$14,500 / Semester | $101,500 |
| Class of 2023 | Didactic phase: Fall 2021 - Fall 2022 Clinical phase: Spring 2023 - Fall 2023 |
$15,200 / Semester | $106,400 |
Tuition includes required books and resources, ACLS, BLS, nametag, basic laboratory supplies, AAPA membership, one lab coat and technology fees
Fees NOT included in tuition are medical equipment, travel expenses, housing costs, personal expenses (clothing, food, etc.), cost of replacing lost or misused items, background check, immunizations, optional reference materials, tutoring or personal computer/laptop.
Additional PA program costs.
In addition to the tuition and semester/course fees, additional fees include, but are not limited to: medical equipment, pre-participation history and physical exam, background check, drug screen, and enrollment costs. Students are required to pay for housing, transportation and all travel costs while in the program. Students are required to have reliable transportation to travel to and from class, rotation sites, and program-related events. Expected and optional fees are summarized below. Note: These are an estimate as prices are subject to change.
| Service Required by Program | Student Cost++ | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Exam | $42 | |
| Drug Screen / Testing x2 | $21 | $10.50 each |
| Annual TB Testing x3 | $42 | $14 each |
| Annual flu shot x2 | $84 | $42 each |
| TDAP | $109 | |
| Hepatitis B | $68 | Per injection. The series or booster may be needed. |
| Hepatitis B Antibody Test | $56 | 1-2 months after last injection. |
| Hepatitis B Titer | $65 | |
| Measles Titer | $68 | |
| Mumps Titer | $43 | |
| Rubella Titer | $48 | |
| Varicella Titer | $72 | |
| Medical Equipment / Enrollment Fees | $862 | Due in full at orientation. |
| Background Check | $58 | |
| Total (estimated) | $1,638 |
Note - Students are to carry health insurance which may or may not cover some of the above health care related expenses.