Tuition Costs
Cedarville University's 110-hour Master of Medical Science in PA Studies (MMSc-PA) program is designed for full-time completion in two years.
Estimated Cost of Attendance
The Estimated Cost of Attendance equals Direct Charges + Variable Expenses. These are estimates and may vary. Prior to each term, a student will be able to view their term statement (charges and anticipated financial aid for that specific term). The Estimated Cost of Attendance below is required by federal regulations to determine how much financial aid a student is eligible to receive. This includes:
- Housing
- Food
- Textbooks
- Computer
- Personal Expenses
- Transportation Expenses
The following is based on a total of 59 credit hours spread out over three terms for year 1 and 51 credit hours spread out over three terms for year 2. Financial Aid, if awarded, will use a three-term attendance pattern (summer, fall and spring) and aid will be distributed over three terms. MMSc-PA students do not need to complete an application for summer aid since students may receive financial aid up to the amount of their calculated Estimated Cost of Attendance.
Tuition and Variable Expenses as determined by the Office of Financial Aid for purposes of financial aid planning and loan packages for the current year for the Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MMSc-PA) program is listed below.
2025–26 PA Program Year 1 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Charges (billed to student statement) | Summer '25 | Fall '25 | Spring '26 | Annual |
| Tuition (59 credit hours) | $15,635 | $15,635 | $15,635 | $46,905 |
| Program Fee | $500 | $500 | $500 | $1,500 |
| Total Estimated Direct Charges | $16,135 | $16,135 | $16,135 | $48,405 |
| Estimated Variable Costs | Summer '25 | Fall '25 | Spring '26 | Annual |
| Housing | $5,012 | $5,012 | $5,012 | $15,036 |
| Food | $2,392 | $2,392 | $2,392 | $7,176 |
| Textbooks | $926 | $926 | $926 | $2,778 |
| Computer | $376 | $376 | $376 | $1,128 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,145 | $1,145 | $1,145 | $3,435 |
| Transportation | $406 | $406 | $406 | $1,218 |
| Total - Estimated Variable Expenses | $10,257 | $10,257 | $10,257 | $30,771 |
| Total - Estimated Annual Cost of Attendance | $26,392 | $26,392 | $26,392 | $79,176 |
2025–26 PA Program Year 2 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Charges (billed to student statement) | Summer '25 | Fall '25 | Spring '26 | Annual |
| Tuition (51 credit hours) | $13,515 | $13,515 | $13,515 | $40,545 |
| Program Fee | $500 | $500 | $500 | $1,500 |
| Graduation Fee | $125 | $125 | ||
| Total Estimated Direct Charges | $14,015 | $14,015 | $14,140 | $42,170 |
| Estimated Variable Costs | Summer '25 | Fall '25 | Spring '26 | Annual |
| Housing | $5,012 | $5,012 | $5,012 | $15,036 |
| Food | $2,392 | $2,392 | $2,392 | $7,176 |
| Textbooks | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Computer | $376 | $376 | $376 | $1,128 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,145 | $1,145 | $1,145 | $3,435 |
| Transportation | $2,608 | $2,608 | $2,608 | $7,824 |
| Total - Estimated Variable Expenses | $11,533 | $11,533 | $11,533 | $34,599 |
| Total - Estimated Annual Cost of Attendance | $25,548 | $25,548 | $25,673 | $76,769 |
Federal regulations require institutions provide an allowance for the costs associated with obtaining a license, certification, or a first professional credential, for a student in a program that prepares them to enter a profession that requires such a qualification. Institutions are permitted to use an average. If you are taking such an exam for this academic year, add $264 to the total cost of attendance (note: this is not a charge to your bill) and contact the Financial Aid office as it may allow for an increase in your educational loan(s).
Additional Program Comments and Completion Costs
Please note the increase in the housing and travel allowance for year two in the tables above. This adjustment is made due to increased expenses during the clinical year related to student placements for clinical rotations. You should expect to be placed in rotations outside of the southwest Ohio area and you are responsible for expenses related to such assignments. In addition to the estimated variable costs included in the tables above, the program requires the following while enrolled in the program:
| Additional Program Required Expenses | Amount |
|---|---|
| Health Insurance (estimated – cost varies) Students enrolled in the PA Program are required to have and provide evidence of health insurance coverage throughout the program. Cedarville University does not provide health insurance for students. Students are responsible for researching the most appropriate level and cost of insurance for their situation. Students are personally liable for all health/medical costs incurred while enrolled. | $9,000 |
| Medical Clearance prior to Clinical Year (estimated – cost varies) Includes health physical, fit testing, annual immunizations which may be covered by insurance depending on your plan. | $800 |
| Criminal Background Check and Urine Drug Screen (costs vary) Costs are higher for previous or current residents of New York state; anticipate a one-time expense before starting the clinical year, but certain clinical sites may require additional/updated testing. | $180 |
| Total Estimated Program Required Expenses | $9,980 |
The estimated costs provided by Financial Aid should be sufficient to cover these additional expenses. If not, students may request a review of their cost of attendance with Financial Aid.
Total Estimated Program Completion Costs
Combining the cost of attendance and the additional estimated program expenses, the total MMSc-PA program completion cost is as follows:
| Combined Program Related Costs | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $90,575 |
| COA Estimated Variable Expenses | $65,370 |
| Additional Estimated Program Required Expenses | $9,980 |
| Total Program Related Costs | $165,925 |