Tuition & Fees Summary (Arizona Resident)
| Semester | Tuition | Program Fee | AFAT Fee | Semester Total |
| Fall 1 | $7,590 | $7,000 | $61 | $14,651 |
| Spring 1 | $7,590 | $7,000 | $61 | $14,651 |
| Summer | - | - | - | - |
| Fall 2 | $7,590 | $7,000 | $61 | $14,651 |
| Spring 2 | $7,590 | $7,000 | $61 | $14,651 |
| Summer 2 | $6,516 | $7,000 | $61 | $13,577 |
| Fall 3 | $7,590 | $7,000 | $61 | $14,651 |
| Totals | $86,832 |
Tuition & Fees Summary (Non-Resident)
| Semester | Tuition | Program Fee | AFAT Fee | Semester Total |
| Fall 1 | $17,506 | $7,000 | $61 | $24,567 |
| Spring 1 | $17,506 | $7,000 | $61 | $24,567 |
| Summer | - | - | - | - |
| Fall 2 | $17,506 | $7,000 | $61 | $24,567 |
| Spring 2 | $17,506 | $7,000 | $61 | $24,567 |
| Summer 2 | $11,676 | $7,000 | $61 | $18,737 |
| Fall 3 | $17,506 | $7,000 | $61 | $24,567 |
| Totals | $141,572 |
Note:
This is not a bill but an estimate based on full-time enrollment. The University of Arizona reserves the right to adjust tuition and fees at any time, subject to Arizona Board of Regents approval or policy, with changes applying to current and incoming students. Tuition and fees may also be corrected for errors or adjusted retroactively.
Total Estimated Additional Costs (2.5 Years)
Category | Program Total |
| Pre-matriculation* | Approx. $127 total - includes ~$67 state fingerprint clearance card (AZ DPS or equivalent), $10-20 fingerprinting fee and ~$40 background check |
| Books & Supplies** | $2,700 |
| Computer | $1,300 |
| Housing & Food | $56,610 |
| Transportation | $8,925 |
| Medical Insurance^ | $6,575 |
| Misc. Expenses^^ | $8,925 |
| Exam Fees^^^ | $550 |
| Loan Fees*** | TBD |
| Total | $85,712 |
*Pre-matriculation items are required to start the program. Estimates reflect current typical pricing.
**Books & Supplies: Includes required textbooks, course and exam prep materials, and program-specific supplies. Certain clinical sites may require additional compliance items (such as immunizations/titers, PPE/lab attire, or drug screening); requirements and costs vary by site.
***Loan fees will be determined once federal loan processing updates are finalized for the award year.
^Students may enroll in the University of Arizona’s Student Health Insurance Plan through Campus Health. Rates are updated annually and vary by term of enrollment. Costs for other health plans (e.g., through the Health Insurance Marketplace) vary based on individual factors such as age, plan type, and eligibility for subsidies. The amount listed here is provided as a general estimate only.
^^Includes typical personal expenses such as toiletries, grooming, cell phone service, clothing, laundry, and modest recreation or entertainment costs.
^^^Exam Fee: PANCE registration cost
PLEASE NOTE:
Additional tuition and fees may apply for remediated coursework, exams, or assessments; broken or lost laboratory equipment; and other factors affecting program progression and completion, including, but not limited to, deceleration and delayed graduation.
These estimates reflect typical costs for PA students and may vary based on individual circumstances, vendor pricing, and clinical site requirements. The University may update fees as needed.
Total Estimated Cost of Attendance (2.5 Years)
Residency | Program Total Cost of Attendance |
| Arizona Resident | $172,544 |
| Non-Resident | $227,284 |
Note:
These are the estimated expenses for PA students from fall 2026 to fall 2028. The official cost of attendance for each academic year will be published the summer before the new award year and may differ from these estimates. Annual costs are approximate and subject to change. During the clinical semesters, students should anticipate additional costs (approximately $3,500) for rotations, such as travel, housing, and other accommodations. These expenses will vary based on individual circumstances and rotation locations and should be assessed as students enter this period.
For more information about the educational purpose of distant rotations, see the “Distant Clinical Rotations” section on the Curriculum Components & Credits Hours page.