Tuition and Fees
For students matriculating in the Physician Assistant program after January 1, 2020, tuition and fees per semester are determined by the Virginia residency status as follows:
Tuition
- In-state: $12,375
- Out-of-state: $15,523
State residency is determined after acceptance in the program and will be verified by the admissions staff.
Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice. EVMS typically announces the tuition and fee rates in July. Questions about tuition and fee charges on student accounts should be directed to EVMS Financial Services.
Financial aid is available to U.S. citizens and permanent residents. Visit EVMS Financial Aid for more information.
Students who decide to withdraw from the the program must follow policies and procedures set by EVMS Accounts Receivable and Student Billing for refunds of tuition and fees.
Incidental Costs
- Mandatory fees: $7,004
- Health insurance (EVMS-sponsored and optional): $8,551
- Books, supplies and equipment: $4,602
External Loan Repayment Opportunities
The average PA student graduates with about $100,000 in student debt (inclusive of all schooling debt accumulated prior to PA school). There are a number of external loan-repayment opportunities that can help students eliminate some or all of their school debt:
AmeriCorps
This national program helps repay education loans in exchange for a year of service in designated areas across the United States.
Navy or Air Force Health Professions Scholarship Program
These programs open slots for loan repayment based on need and are awarded on a rolling basis.
Indian Health Service (IHS)
This national program seeks to place healthcare professionals, including PAs, in IHS health centers for a minimum of two years.
National Health Services Corp
This program is for PAs who agree to practice in underserved communities as a primary care provider.
U.S. Army Program
This three-year loan repayment program is available for those who serve as an Army PA.
Projected Cost of Attendance
Physician Assistant | Year 1
Budget Length: 8 mos.
Tuition*
- In State: $24,750
- Out of State: $31,046
Fees*
- Mandatory: $2,639
- Health Insurance: $1,927
Subtotal Tuition & Fees (Direct Costs)
- In State (IS): $29,316
- Out of State (OS): $35,612
Other Allowances
- Books & Equipment: $1,789
- Living (Room, Board & Misc.): $14,075
- Personal Expenses: $654
- Transportation: $3,000
“Cost of Attendance w/o Loan Fees”
- In State: $48,834
- Out of State: $55,130
Loan Fees**
- Direct Unsubsidized - 1.062%: $217
- Grad PLUS - 4.248% IS: $1,200
- Grad PLUS - 4.248% OS: $1,467
“Total Cost of Attendance with Loan Fees”
- In State: $50,251
- Out of State: $56,814
Physician Assistant | Year 2
Budget Length: 12 mos.
Tuition*
- In State: $36,882
- Out of State: $45,972
Fees*
- Mandatory: $2,498
- Health Insurance: $3,312
Subtotal Tuition & Fees (Direct Costs)
- In State (IS): $42,692
- Out of State (OS): $51,782
Other Allowances
- Books & Equipment: $2,141
- Living (Room, Board & Misc.): $21,110
- Personal Expenses: $981
- Transportation: $4,493
“Cost of Attendance w/o Loan Fees”
- In State: $71,417
- Out of State: $80,507
Loan Fees**
- Direct Unsubsidized - 1.062%: $217
- Grad PLUS - 4.248% IS: $2,157
- Grad PLUS - 4.248% OS: $2,542
“Total Cost of Attendance with Loan Fees”
- In State: $73,791
- Out of State: $83,266
Physician Assistant | Year 3
Budget Length: 8 mos.
Tuition*
- In State: $24,507
- Out of State: $30,449
Fees*
- Mandatory: $1,867
- Health Insurance: $3,312
Subtotal Tuition & Fees (Direct Costs)
- In State (IS): $29,686
- Out of State (OS): $35,628
Other Allowances
- Books & Equipment: $672
- Living (Room, Board & Misc.): $14,075
- Personal Expenses: $654
- Transportation: $3,000
“Cost of Attendance w/o Loan Fees”
- In State: $48,087
- Out of State: $54,029
Loan Fees**
- Direct Unsubsidized - 1.062%: $217
- Grad PLUS - 4.248% IS: $1,169
- Grad PLUS - 4.248% OS: $1,420
“Total Cost of Attendance with Loan Fees”
- In State: $49,473
- Out of State: $55,666
*Tuition and fees are subject to change throughout the year.
**Loan fees are subject to change for loans first disbursed on or after October 1.
