Tuition & Fees - Physician Associate
Physician Associate Program – Tuition and Estimated Cost of Attendance
The total tuition for the 24-month Physician Associate (PA) Program at Southwestern College is $100,000.
This all-inclusive tuition covers the full cost of the didactic and clinical phases of the program, eliminating most additional course or lab fees.
Included in Tuition
- All required equipment and supplies for didactic and clinical instruction
- Student memberships to the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) and the Kansas Academy of Physician Associates (KAPA)
- One white coat with embroidery and program insignia
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- All required textbooks and electronic resources, including subscriptions to AccessMedicine and UpToDate
- Onboarding fees associated with background checks, drug screens, and credentialing for the clinical year
Not Included:
- Room and board or other living expenses
- Travel expenses in the clinical year: $2,000 - $2700 (*)
- Optional conference attendance or elective enrichment activities
(*) For the cohort matriculating in 2027, 90% of clinical rotations are located within a 50-mile radius of Winfield. Students should plan to travel for at least one of the ten clinical rotations (with the possibility of additional travel depending on elective choices and site availability). Most external rotation sites are located within Kansas, Oklahoma, or Missouri.
Some clinical partners —particularly those in remote areas —may offer low-cost or complimentary housing, although this cannot be guaranteed. The college will make every reasonable effort to identify affordable housing options when feasible; however, students are ultimately responsible for any travel and housing expenses associated with clinical rotations.
Estimate based on average lodging (extended-stay hotels and short-term furnished Airbnb rentals) at $1500 - $2000 monthly and groceries for one person with occasional meal out ($500 - $700) monthly.
Tuition and fees are reviewed annually and subject to change with appropriate notice. For additional details about payment schedules, financial aid, or estimated cost of attendance, please contact the Southwestern College Financial Aid Office or visit https://www.sckans.edu/student-services/financial-aid/contact-us/
Total Estimated Cost of Attendance (24-Month Program)
Estimated Total Cost of Attendance: $139,000 – $151,700 for the 24-month program
For a list of all required Cost of Attendance elements, see the Financial Aid Handbook/COA website.
|
Category |
Estimated Cost |
Notes |
|
Tuition (all-inclusive) |
$100,000 |
Covers all instructional costs, equipment, student memberships, white coat, certifications, textbooks, and clinical onboarding fees. |
|
Housing and Utilities |
$18,000 – $24,000 |
Based on estimated monthly rent of $750–$1,000 over 24 months; varies by location and roommate arrangements. |
|
Food |
$8,000 – $10,000 |
Estimated at $325–$400 per month. |
|
Transportation |
$4,000 – $6,000 |
Includes fuel and vehicle maintenance for commuting; assumes most rotations within a 50-mile radius. |
|
Professional Attire and Supplies |
$1,000 |
Includes business casual and clinical attire not provided by the program. |
|
Health Insurance |
$3,000 – $4,000 |
Estimated student plan cost; may vary depending on individual coverage. |
|
Travel (Food and Lodging During the Clinical Year) |
$2,000 - $2,700 |
Assuming travel outside of a 50 mi radius from campus for one of ten rotations |
|
Technology (Laptop/Internet Access) |
$1,000 |
Students must have reliable personal computer and internet access. |
|
Miscellaneous/Personal Expenses |
$2,000 – $3,000 |
Recommended allowance for personal or unexpected costs. |
