Tuition and Financial Aid
Program tuition and university fees are determined by the Program Director in consultation with the Provost and are approved by the OHSU Board of Directors. Projected Program tuition and university fees are published in the application materials provided by the Program. Actual tuition and fees assessed will be based on the OHSU General Tuition and Fee Book and may be different from those published in the application materials. Tuition is capped at the cost for 9 credit hours. Any additional credit hours taken beyond the initial 9 within the same term will not incur extra tuition fees.
Estimated Cost of Attendance
The OHSU estimated cost of attendance includes estimated instructional and estimated non-instructional costs. Estimated instructional costs are tuition, fees, books, and supplies. Estimated non-instructional costs include housing, transportation, and personal expenses.
2025-26 Tuition Promise
OHSU Tuition Promise 2025-26 OHSU Tuition Promise: All new students enrolled during 2025-26 in the OHSU Physician Assistant Program will not incur a tuition rate increase over their 2025- 26 tuition rates during the remaining years of their degree (as long as the degree is completed within the normal timeline as specified by the degree program). OHSU 2025-26 general tuition and fee book
The 2025-2026 program-specific tuition and fee charts by term outlines quarterly tuition and fees by program and degree.
Physician Assistant is a flat fee, lock-step program and is not available on a per credit hour basis. For students requiring remediation (approval by the Program Director is required) tuition and fees will be based on the above graduated scale for part-time attendance.
| 2025-26 Tuition and Fees | Cost per Term | Total Cost (9 terms) |
|---|---|---|
| Resident/Non-Resident Tuition | $11,250.00 | $101,250.00 |
| University Fees | $583.00 | $5247.00 |
| Student Council Fee | $17.00 | $153.00 |
| Dental Insurance* | $111.00 | $999.00 |
| Major Medical Insurance* | $2302.00 | $20,718.00 |
| Total | $14,263.00 | $128,367.00 |
*Insurance is charged Fall, Winter, and Spring for continuing students and students admitted in those terms. Students admitted Summer 2025, students returning in Summer 2025 after a leave of absence or other lapse in enrollment, and students entering in Summer 2025 from an uninsured program will be charged $1,776.01 (Major Medical) and $89.93 (Dental) for Summer 2025 coverage. Coverage ends 9/21/2026 for students insured during Spring 2026.
2025-26 Estimated Required Books and Supplies
Below are the estimated required textbooks, supplies, and eligible testing costs required by program and are based on standard enrollment used for financial aid purposes. If going part time or not following the standard plan, the costs may vary. These costs are reviewed by the program each year and are subject to change.
| Program | Summer | Fall | Winter | Spring | Total for Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Year | $2011.25 | $511.29 | $511.29 | $511.24 | $3,454.00 |
| 2nd Year | $494.00 | $259.00 | $259.00 | $809.00 | $1,731.00 |
| 3rd Year | $300.00 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $300.00 |
Below are the estimated required additional education costs (licensure, certification, interview, and credential expenses) that students would incur while still enrolled at OHSU . These costs are reviewed by the program each year and are subject to change.
| Program | Estimated Additional Education Expenses | Term |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Year | $0 | |
| 2nd Year | $550.00 | Spring |
| 3rd Year | $0 |
For further financial considerations, please refer to the OHSU PA Program Student Handbook 2024-2025 (page 14).
Office of Financial Aid
To ensure that all qualified students have an opportunity to attend OHSU, the university provides financial assistance through the Financial Aid Office. Visit OHSU financial aid website for more information.
Contact Financial Aid
Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Phone: 503-494-7800, option 5 or 800-775-5460, option 1
Fax: 503-494-4629
Email Financial Aid
Veterans Affairs Education Benefits
If you are a veteran of the United States military, or a spouse or dependent of a veteran, you may be eligible for education funding to attend OHSU. Veterans Affairs Education Benefits
Refund Policy
Refunds may be granted to students in accordance with the OHSU Refund Schedule 2025-26 as detailed in the Academic Calendar found on the Office of the Registrar Tuition and Fees page. Notification of withdrawal or cancellation and request for refund must be in writing and addressed to the Registrar. An appeals process is available for students who believe that their circumstances warrant exceptions to the published policy.
Scholarships
Students are encouraged to consider applying for a variety of scholarships. Please refer to our scholarships page for additional information.