PA Tuition and Aid
2026–2027 Tuition and Fees
Tuition is the part of a student’s college expenses that supports the academic experience: courses, administration of the program and more. These numbers offer an at-a-glance overview of what it currently costs to complete the Physician Assistant (PA) program here at UW–Madison.
Tuition and Fees by Semester
Madison Campus Option
Wausau Campus Option
Platteville Campus Option
*Platteville campus students are required to pay both UW–Madison (integrated in Tuition/Fees) and UW-Platteville segregated fees. Segregated fees for Platteville campus students provide access to UW-Platteville campus services to include Student Health Services, University Counseling Services, campus transit, and student rates for parking, daycare, and campus events.
Distance Education Option
MPAS-MPH Dual-Degree Option
Additional Annual Expenses
Estimated annual expenses are in addition to tuition and fees.
Note: Additional fees may be assessed by some clinical sites for background checks, drug testing, etc. Visit our compliance requirements for more information. These costs will range from $50 to $200.
Tuition and fees are outlined on the Bursar’s Office website. Under Tuition Rate Group, select “Master’s and PhD” and under Specific Tuition Rate select “Health Professions Programs.” Tuition rates (Resident, Non-resident, and Minnesota) include the amount of segregated fees assessed by the UW–Madison campus.
Financial Aid
Students in the UW–Madison PA program can explore financing through federal, state or local student loans. Student loans are administered through the Office of Student Financial Aid. All financial aid applicants must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This application should be filed by March 1.
A student may receive an account refund due to excess financial aid or a reduction in tuition or housing charges. Refunds may be issued via direct deposit, check, or by returning funds paid with a credit card back to the credit card.
Direct PLUS loans are federal loans that graduate students can use to help pay for college.
Learn more about how private loans can help graduate students pay for college.
Fellowships and Loan Repayment
- University of Wisconsin fellowships are monetary awards that students use to pursue graduate studies; generally, fellowships require no work obligations on the part of the recipient
- The National Health Service Corps (NHSC) supports health providers through scholarships and loan repayment programs
- The Health Professions Loan Assistance Program (HPLAP) offers loan repayment assistance to providers working full time in a federally designated Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA)
PA Scholarship Opportunities
Thanks to the generosity of donors, the PA program offers a number of scholarships to current students. Access scholarship opportunities and applications through the Wisconsin Scholarship Hub (WiSH).
- Dr. Mildred H. Evans Memorial Scholarship
- Andy Stolper Memorial Award
- Wisconsin Rural Opportunities Foundation Award
- Alice Thorngate Scholarship
Affordable Housing and Internet Access
Two agencies offer more information about affordable housing in Madison:
The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC benefit program that helps ensure that households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare and more.
Financial Wellness
The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health is committed to the financial wellness of our students. Our financial aid and wellness services include:
- One-on-one phone and virtual appointments
- Year-round financial wellness webinars that highlight topics such as budgeting, building credit, student loan management and repayment, and investing for retirement
- Opportunities to meet with UW’s partner bank, UW Credit Union, to review your credit reports one-on-one with a professional
- Frequent email communication regarding personal finance events, updates, and advice
For additional financial education, visit the UW Division of Extension.