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FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Tuition, Fees, and Expenses
Physician Assistant Scholarships

TUITION, FEES, AND EXPENSES

Students are admitted to the program on a full-time basis. This requires a major commitment of both time and resources. Tuition and fees for the 2007-2008 academic year are as follows:

Full-time tuition, per semester	$10,000 (full 32-month program tuition = $60,000)
Per credit tuition	$835
Application fee (non-refundable)	$50
Tuition deposit (non-refundable, applied to 1st semester tuition)	$500
Administration fee, per semester	$100
Student activity fee, per annum	$40
Malpractice insurance fee, per annum	$80
Laboratory fee, per semester	$100
Graduation fee	$200
Late registration fee	$50
Returned check fee	$40
Transcript fee	$10

Tuition and fees are subject to change annually. The Touro College Board of Trustees reserves the right to change the fee schedule without prior written notice.

Tuition Refund Schedule
After following the proper withdrawal procedure for students withdrawing from ALL classes, the following refund schedule will apply:

Before the opening of class 100% of tuition

During the first week of classes 90% of tuition

During the second week of classes 75% of tuition

During the third week of classes 50% of tuition

During the fourth week of classes 25% of tuition

After the fourth week of classes No Refund

Additional Annual Expenses
Annual personal expenses for books, travel, housing, food, uniforms, supplies, and other items will vary greatly from individual to individual. All students are required to carry health insurance. Travel and room and board for clinical assignments will affect student cost. Students are encouraged to meet with a financial aid counselor early in the application process to plan for these expenses.

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PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT SCHOLARSHIPS
In addition to the financial aid opportunities listed in the School of Health Sciences bulletin, there are avenues of financial aid specific to PA students.

The American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) through the Physician Assistant Foundation (PAF) offers $2,000 - $5,000 scholarships on an annual basis. The scholarship is based on financial need and dedication to the physician assistant profession. To obtain an application, write to:

PAF Scholarships
c/o AAPA
950 North Washington Street
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
www.aapa.org

AAPA has a network of constituent organizations representing the interests of physician assistants. Nearly all these groups offer financial assistance to PA students. A full list of constituent organizations can be found at www.aapa.org. Some examples include:

AAPA Veterans Caucus
AAPA Asian Pacific Islander Caucus
Physician Assistants of Latino Heritage
African Heritage Caucus
Association of Physician Assistants in Oncology
Society for Physician Assistants in Pediatrics

National Health Service Corps Programs offered through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC), a component of the U.S. Public Health Service’s Bureau of Primary Health Care, recruits health care professionals for communities that lack adequate access to primary care services. The highly competitive scholarship offers payment of tuition and fees, books, supplies, and equipment for up to four years of education, as well as a monthly stipend. For each year of support, scholarship recipients must serve one year in a health professional shortage area (HPSA) on completion of training. Minimum service obligation is two years. Contact:

NHSC Scholarships
2070 Chain Bridge Road
Suite 450
Vienna, VA 22182
(800) 221-9393

New York State Higher Education Services Corporation offers the New York State Regents Professional Opportunity Scholarships to students pursuing a career in the PA profession. Economically disadvantaged students who are members of a minority group historically underrepresented in the profession, and who are New York State residents are eligible. Awards range from $1000 to $5000 per year. The scholarship is accompanied by a service obligation. Contact:

NYS Education Department
Bureau of HEOP/VATEA/Scholarships
Education Building Addition
Room 1071
Albany, N.Y. 12234
(518) 486-1319

The New York State Society of Physician Assistants (NYSSPA) offers scholarships to student members on an annual basis. The awards are approximately $500 to $1,000 depending upon financial need, academic standing, community involvement, and total number of applications as determined by the Scholarship Committee. For further information, contact:

Scholarship Committee
NYSSPA
322 Eighth Ave., 12th floor
New York, N.Y. 10001
(212) 206-8300

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Before the opening of class	100% of tuition
During the first week of classes	90% of tuition
During the second week of classes	75% of tuition
During the third week of classes	50% of tuition
During the fourth week of classes	25% of tuition
After the fourth week of classes	No Refund