Financial Aid & Costs
Cost of the 5-year (3+2)
PA Program
The following are estimated costs of attendance to Valparaiso University.
TUITION
|
YEAR 4 Class of 2026 |
YEAR 5 Class of 2025 |
|
| Academic Year | $35,100 | $35,100 | |
| Summer | $17,500 | $17,500 | |
| Total Graduate Tuition | $52,600 | $52,600 | |
Total cost of the program will be $105,200* distributed over the duration of the program as follows:
- Academic Year 4 – $35,100
- Summer Year 4 – $17,500
- Academic Year 5 – $35,100
- Summer Year 5 – $17,500
*There will be no additional program fees beyond the tuition charge listed here.
Valparaiso University Withdraw and Refund Policy
OUT OF POCKET COSTS
|
Year 4 |
Year 5 |
Total | ||||
| Clinical Clearance (Background Check & Drug Test) |
$125 | $125 | $250 | ||||
| Student Identification (Lab coat, name badge, & PA patch) |
$60 | -0- | $60 | ||||
| Medical Equipment | $802 | -0- | $802 | ||||
| Student Memberships (AAPA, IAPA, & VUPASS) |
$140 | -0- | $140 | ||||
| Total Estimated Out of Pocket Costs | $1,127 | $125 | $1,252 | ||||
NOTE: The cost of books, equipment, and living expenses will vary based on student choice and lifestyle.
When considering other aid options, Federal/State/Valpo grants are available to those who qualify for the first three years, and graduate limits applying to the last two years. If summer aid is needed, it is important to remember that generally only loans will be available.
Students who are utilizing financial aid may request funding to cover the cost of the PANCE (Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination) during their last year in the program. Students are encouraged to reach out to the Office of Financial Aid to discuss this option.