Physician Assistant Studies

Tuition/Financial Aid

Class of  2011-April Grads

For current graduate tuition rates for 2010-2011, click here. The professional curriculum totals 109 credit hours for the three year program. Physician Assistant Studies (PAS) designated courses carry a $17 additional per credit hour fee.

Application (non refundable) $ 30.00  unless previously applied to GVSU.
Tuition per Semester Hour - In State $ 471.00  500-600 level courses
Tuition per Semester Hour - In State $ 414.00  courses below 500 level
Tuition per Semester Hour - Out of State $ 646.00  500-600 level courses
Tuition per Semester Hour - Out of State $ 591.00  courses below 500 level
Fees - additional course $ 17  per credit hour for: PAS 452, PAS 500, PAS 501,
PAS 502, PAS 505, PAS 510, PAS 511, PAS 514,
PAS 515, PAS 610, PAS 620, PAS 630, PAS 640

 

BREAKDOWN BY SEMESTER -
Academic Phase
BREAKDOWN BY SEMESTER -
Clinical Phase
Semester 1 - credits 14 Semester 5 - credits 12
Fees $ 70.00 Fees $ 204.00
Semester 1 - Total Tuition - In State $ 6,037.00 Semester 5 - Total Tuition - In State $ 5,856.00
Semester 1 - Total Tuition - Out of State $ 8,509.00 Semester 5 - Total Tuition - Out of State $ 7,956.00
Semester 2 - credits 17 Semester 6 - credits 12
Fees $ 70.00 Fees $ 204.00
Semester 2 - Total Tuition - In State $ 7,678.00 Semester 6 - Total Tuition - In State $ 5,856.00
Semester 2 - Total Tuition - Out of State $ 10,667.00 Semester 6 - Total Tuition - Out of State $ 7,956.00
Semester 3 - credits 13 Semester 7 - credits 12
Fees $ 60.00 Fees $ 204.00
Semester 3 - Total Tuition - In State $ 6,126.00 Semester 7 - Total Tuition - In State $ 5,856.00
Semester 3 - Total Tuition - Out of State $ 8,403.00 Semester 7 - Total Tuition - Out of State $ 7,956.00
Semester 4 - credits 14 Semester 8 - credits 15
Fees $ 187.00 Fees $ 204.00
Semester 4 - Total Tuition - In State $ 7,195.00 Semester 8 - Total Tuition - In State $ 7,269.00
Semester 4 - Total Tuition - Out of State $ 9,822.00 Semester 8 - Total Tuition - Out of State $ 9,894.00

 

Total Credit Number 109
Tuition Total Only - In State $ 50,677.00
Fees $ 1,203.00
In State Total $ 51,880.00
Tuition Total Only - Out of State $ 69,960.00
Fees $ 1,203.00
Out of State Total $ 71,163.00

 

Projected Additional Costs - Equipment*
Medical Equipment $ 750.00
PDA (estimated cost) $ 250.00
Total $ 1,000.00

*dependent upon what the student's purchase, various options are available at lower costs.

Additional Anticipated Student Costs
Criminal Background Checks $ 37.00
Drug Screen Panel $ 35.00
Respirator Fit Testing $ 40.00
Medical Clearance* $ Prices Vary
Total $ 112.00

*Clearance includes a required Physical Exam & Immunization compliance.

 

Michigan Residence Requirements

Because students normally come to Grand Valley State University for the primary or sole purpose of attending the institution rather than establishing a domicile in Michigan, those who enroll in Grand Valley as nonresidents will continue to be so classified throughout their attendance as students unless and until they demonstrate that their previous domicile has been abandoned and a Michigan domicile established. No students shall be eligible for classification or reclassification as a resident unless they shall be domiciled in Michigan and have resided in Michigan continuously for not less than six months immediately preceding the first day of classes of the semester for which classification or reclassification is sought. The residence of a student who otherwise would be classified as a nonresident will follow that of his or her spouse if the spouse is classified as a resident, after the student has met the six-month domicile requirement.

Aliens who have been lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States shall not, by reason of that status alone, be disqualified from classification or reclassification as resident, provided, however, that aliens who are present in the United States on a temporary or student visa shall not be eligible for classification or reclassification as residents.

It is the responsibility of the student to register under the proper residence classification, to advise the registrar of possible changes in residence, and to furnish all requested information pertinent thereto.

Application for reclassification must be filed no later than 10 calendar days following the first day of classes of the semester for which such reclassification is sought. Such application shall set forth in writing a complete statement of the facts upon which the application is based, together with affidavits or other supporting documentary evidence. Failure to file such an application on time shall constitute a waiver of all claims to reclassification or rebates for such semester.

Copies of the complete policy are available upon request from the registrar. Address all questions, concerns, and appeals of status to the registrar. The Residency Appeal Board will hear appeals of reclassification decisions.

 

Financial Aid Information