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Cost of PA Program Completion

Tuition and Fees

	In-State	Out-of-State
TOTAL ESTIMATED COST FOR PROGRAM COMPLETION	$120,157	$130,857

Didactic Phase (Year 1)

TOTAL ESTIMATED YEAR 1 COST	$58,213	$63,713
Billed Program Costs (Direct Costs)	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$52,250	$57,750
Wellness Fees	$745	$745
SOM Wellness Fee	$635	$635
Student Activity Fee	$110	$110
Technology Fee	$341	$341
Computer Fee	$1,754	$1,754
Disability Insurance	$58	$58
Estimated Other Expenses (Indirect Costs)	In-State	Out-of-State
Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment	$3,065	$3,065
Textbooks/Learning Resources	$1,500	$1,500
Suture Kit	$160	$160
Medical Kit	$430	$430
Library Printing	$50	$50
Infection Control Training	$40	$40
Background Checks and Drug Screenings	$500	$500
BCLS and ACLS Certification	$400	$400

Clinical Phase (Year 2)

Billed Program Costs (Direct Costs)	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$49,150	$54,350
Wellness Fees	$745	$745
SOM Wellness Fee	$635	$635
Student Activity Fee	$110	$110
Technology Fee	$341	$341
Disability Insurance	$58	$58
Experiential Administration Fees	$4,500	$4,500
Graduation Application Fee	$100	$100
Estimated Other Expenses (Indirect Costs)	In-State	Out-of-State
Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment	$2,050	$2,050
Textbooks/Learning Resources	$1,500	$1,500
Library Printing	$50	$50
Background Checks and Drug Screenings	$500	$500
Clinical Rotations, Travel and Housing	$5,000	$5,000
TOTAL ESTIMATED YEAR 2 COST	$61,944	$67,144

Clinical Rotation Travel

Most clinical sites are located within a daily round-trip commuting distance (approximately 90 miles) of the Southern New Jersey region. However, some sites may be outside the daily commuting range and could be located beyond 90 miles from campus, these sites are considered away rotations.

Students may complete up to four, 5-week away rotations that could require additional travel and temporary housing expenses. Based on current per diem rates from the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), the estimated additional cost for these rotations may be approximately $15,000 added to the student’s Cost of Attendance. This estimate is calculated using the FY26 GSA Per Diem Rates for the state of New Jersey.

The program does not provide reimbursement for travel, housing, parking, or other related expenses. Students receiving financial aid may request additional funding to help cover these expenses.

Estimated Non-Tuition/Fees Student Expenses

The following estimates represent typical annual expenses beyond tuition and required program fees:

Expense Category	Estimated Cost
Estimated annual expenses beyond tuition and fees	$36,958
Estimated total expenses for the 24-month program	$73,917

These estimates are provided for informational purposes and may vary based on individual student circumstances, housing choices, travel requirements, and personal spending.

Additional estimated living expenses can be found through the SOM Financial Aid Office, or the link below.

Visit SOM Financial Aid