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ARC-PA 6th Edition Standards A3.11f

The published program costs are current, inclusive of all required expenses (including those related to supervised clinical practice experiences (SCPEs)). They are presented in a manner that allows the general public to easily determine the total cost of enrollment. They include, at a minimum: tuition, fees, books, equipment, housing for the length of the program, clinical rotations travel and housing, transportation, and other required expenses.

Total Cost of Enrollment

Total Cost of Enrollment
Enrollment Period Tuition & Fees (In State) Tuition & Fees (Out of State) Books & Supplies

Standard Room & Board

(housing)

Clinical Rotation Housing & Transportation (out of RGV) Other Personal Expenses/Misc.  Standard Transportation Total
Year 1 $12,230 $24,784 $8,749 $17,500 Not Applicable  $10,649 $3,300 Not Applicable 
Year 2 $12,230 $23,568 $2,670 $17,500 $3,500 $8,830 $3,300 Not Applicable 
Year 3 $6,115 $12,190 $1,901 $6,000 $3,500 $7,998 $1,600 Not Applicable 
Total Resident $30,575 Not Applicable  $13,320 $41,000 $7,000 $27,477 $8,200 $127,572
Total Non-Resident Not Applicable  $60,542 $13,320 $41,000 $7,000 $27,477 $8,200 $157,539

Supplies:

  • Medical Equipment (Y1)
  • Laptop computer (Y1)
  • Medical apps (Y1, Y2, Y3)
  • Lab Coats (Y1, Y2, Y3)

Other Related Expenses:

  • Academy for Success Program (Y1)
  • Criminal Background Check (updated annually) (Y1, Y2, Y3)
  • Drug Screen (updated annually) (Y1, Y2, Y3)
  • Compliance Tracker (Y1, Y2, Y3)
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  • Malpractice Insurance (Y1, Y2, Y3)
  • Supplemental Resources (Y1, Y2, Y3)
  • Professional Membership Dues (RGVPAS, TAPA, and AAPA) (Y1, Y2, Y3)
  • BLS/ACLS Course Fee (Y2)
  • PAEA Student Exam Box (Y2)
  • Clinical Management System Fees Y2
  • Board Review Supplement Course (Y2)
  • Licensure, Jurisprudence Exam, and PANCE Fees (Y3)
  • Graduation Application Fee (Y3)

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