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How Much Does it Cost to go to Physician Assistant (PA) School?

August 28, 2015 By Stephen Pasquini PA-C 14 Comments

How Much Does It Cost To Go To PA School 2020So you are considering PA school?

Great, now how are you going to pay for it?

With the average undergraduate education debt prior to PA school at $36,300 and the average anticipated debt load from PA school at $112,500, it's probably time to ask the next logical question:

How much does PA school cost?

Like most college and advanced degree programs in the United States, the price of PA school is rising.

Based on current tuition data supplied by PA programs, the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA), The Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA), and the most recent NCCPA Statistical Report:

The Average Cost Across all PA Schools for the 2023-2024 Application Cycle (based on school tuition reporting) is as follows:

  • The average cost across all PA programs (public and private) for resident tuition for a 27-month physician assistant/associate program in 2023 is $95,165
  • The average cost across all PA programs (public and private) for nonresident tuition for a 27-month physician assistant/associate program in 2023 is $103,660

Based on the latest (2020) PAEA/AAPA reports: 

  • The average cost of public resident tuition for a 27-month physician assistant program is $50,289
  • The average cost of public non-resident tuition for a 27-month physician assistant program is $88,6777
  • The average cost of private tuition for a 27-month physician assistant program is $91,639
  • The average program length is 27 months

The average increase in nonresident tuition over the last five years was 3.5%, whereas resident tuition rose by 5.33%.

The Cost of Public vs. Private PA Programs

Of particular interest was the difference between public and private institution tuition and fees.

  • The average total resident tuition and nonresident tuition were higher for PA programs from private institutions than for those from public institutions.
  • There was a 4% to 7% increase in the average total resident tuition for public and private institutions.
  • The average total incidental costs (books, medical equipment, etc.) for public and private institutions increased by 23% and 139%, respectively.
  • Today, 62.5% of PA programs are private, while only 35.6% are public.

Average Costs of PA Program Fees Public vs. Private

  • Physician assistant program fees at public institutions: $5,937
  • Physician assistant program fees at private institutions: $4,672

Cost of all US Physician Assistant (PA) Programs

This table includes the cost of 338 US public and private physician assistant programs that report resident and nonresident tuition (not including fees) for the 2023-2024 academic year. Tuition prices constantly change, so make sure to check the PA program website.

For a more detailed comparison of all US PA programs, use my brand new 14-variable Perfect PA Program Picker. You can also search and sort geographically on my PAschoolfinder directory website.

PA Program Resident tuition Nonresident tuition
A.T. Still University (Arizona) $108,604 $108,604
A.T. Still University of Health Sciences (Central Coast) $100,928 $100,928
AdventHealth University $90,490 $90,490
Albany Medical College $67,242 $67,242
Alderson-Broaddus University $105,160 $105,160
Arcadia University (Arcadia University-Glenside) $98,730 $98,730
Arcadia University – Dual Degree: MPH/MMS $130,365 $130,365
Arcadia University – Delaware Campus $98,730 $98,730
Arizona School of Health Sciences $99,524 $99,524
Ashland University $92,500 $92,500
Assumption University $110,000 $110,000
Augsburg University $99,567 $99,567
Augusta University $48,825 $97,650
Baldwin Wallace University $89,000 $89,000
Barry University – St. Petersburg $79,646 $79,646
Bay Path University $112,770 $112,770
Baylor College of Medicine $112,031 $112,031
Bethel University (MN) $97,104 $97,104
Bethel University (TN) $96,250 $96,250
Boston University School of Medicine PA Program $114,491 $114,491
Brenau University $95,855 $95,855
Bryant University $105,717 $105,717
Butler University $94,100 $94,100
California Baptist University $97,380 $97,380
California State University – Monterey Bay $108,283 $108,283
Campbell University $72,595 $72,595
Canisius College $98,450 $98,450
Carlow University $96,900 $96,900
Carroll University $96,695 $96,695
Case Western Reserve University $103,397 $103,397
Central Michigan University $93,100 $93,100
Chamberlain University $103,870 $103,870
Chapman University $121,472 $121,472
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science $111,061 $111,061
Charleston Southern University $94,665 $94,665
Chatham University $102,906 $102,906
Christian Brothers University $110,800 $110,800
Clarkson University $108,087 $108,087
College of Mount Saint Vincent $105,000 $105,000
College of Saint Mary $84,300 $84,300
College of St. Scholastica $100,130 $100,130
Colorado Mesa University $83,850 $83,850
Concordia University $96,250 $96,250
Concordia University-Ann Arbor $99,610 $99,610
Creighton University – Omaha $90,984 $90,984
Creighton University – Phoenix $94,237 $94,237
CUNY York College $36,655 $74,385
D’Youville University $83,032 $83,032
Daemen College $103,688 $103,688
Delaware Valley University $98,300 $98,300
Des Moines University $88,560 $88,560
DeSales University $82,500 $82,500
Dominican University $99,890 $99,890
Dominican University of California $120,140 $120,140
Drexel University $95,706 $95,706
Duke University Medical Center $106,812 $106,812
Duquesne University $298,324 $298,324
East Carolina University $46,526 $46,526
Eastern Michigan University $85,078 $85,078
Eastern Virginia Medical School $95,529 $116,325
Eastern Virginia Medical School – Early Assurance $87,865 $108,661
Elizabethtown College $111,000 $111,000
Elon University $101,578 $105,134
Emory & Henry College $83,608 $83,608
Emory University $109,594 $109,594
Fairleigh Dickinson University $108,000 $108,000
Faulkner University $89,250 $89,250
Florida Gulf Coast University $55,024 $138,479
Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine $91,172 $93,564
Florida State University $64,887 $74,889
Francis Marion University $80,624 $148,971
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University(Our Lady of the Lake College) $90,392 $90,392
Franklin College $87,500 $87,500
Franklin Pierce University $81,900 $81,900
Frostburg State University $61,777 $90,090
Gannon University $211,935 $5,803
Gannon University-Ruskin $127,340 $127,340
Gardner-Webb University $97,122 $97,122
George Fox University $117,600 $117,600
George Washington University $145,836 $145,836
Grand Valley State University-Grand Rapids $79,619 $79,619
Grand Valley State University-Traverse City $79,619 $79,619
Hardin-Simmons University $103,400 $103,400
Harding University $106,244 $106,244
Hawai’i Pacific University $51,074 $51,074
High Point University $112,000 $112,000
Hofstra University $123,790 $123,790
Howard University Physician Assistant Program $67,546 $67,546
Idaho State University $75,863 $128,753
Indiana State University $39,618 $77,841
Indiana University School of Health & Human Sciences Master of Physician Assistant Studies Program (IUPUI) $62,160 $89,688
Ithaca College $108,465 $108,465
James Madison University $68,495 $88,168
Johnson & Wales University $101,112 $101,112
Kansas State University $56,271 $113,830
Kean University $76,454 $98,161
Keck Graduate Institute $117,850 $117,850
Kettering College $95,046 $95,046
King’s College $94,350 $94,350
Lake Erie College $90,160 $90,160
Lawrence Technological University $106,000 $106,000
Le Moyne College $95,778 $95,778
Lincoln Memorial University $95,060 $95,060
Lincoln Memorial University-Knoxville $95,060 $95,060
Lipscomb University $119,527 $119,527
Lock Haven University $61,947 $88,157
Loma Linda University $107,680 $107,680
Long Island University $116,100 $116,100
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Shreveport $39,000 $66,000
Louisiana State University – New Orleans $53,446 $105,877
Marietta College $80,000 $80,000
Marist College $101,220 $101,220
Marquette University $110,277 $110,277
Marshall B. Ketchum University $125,362 $125,362
Marshall University $68,642 $107,142
Mary Baldwin University (Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences) $89,010 $89,010
Marywood University $91,670 $91,670
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) – Worcester $139,125 $139,125
Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences $99,160 $99,160
MCPHS University (Boston) $147,075 $147,075
MCPHS University (Manchester/Worcester) $139,125 $139,125
Medical University of South Carolina $62,818 $108,409
Meharry Medical College $115,554 $115,554
Mercer University $85,674 $85,674
Mercy College $97,560 $97,560
Mercy College of Ohio $100,800 $100,800
Mercyhurst University $106,713 $106,713
Methodist University $102,550 $102,550
MGH Institute of Health Professions $111,300 $111,300
Miami University $112,000 $112,000
Miami-Dade College $31,866 $77,347
Michigan State University $74,998 $85,001
Middle Tennessee State University $65,722 $149,380
Midwestern University (Downers Grove) $117,874 $117,874
Midwestern University (Glendale) $127,104 $127,104
Milligan University $99,420 $99,420
Misericordia University $105,315 $105,315
Mississippi College $90,400 $90,400
Mississippi State University – Meridian $70,000 $128,334
Missouri State University (formerly SWMS) $49,838 $77,678
Monmouth University $134,300 $134,300
Morehouse School of Medicine $80,000 $80,000
Mount St. Joseph University $92,400 $92,400
New York Institute of Technology $144,060 $144,060
North Central College $111,549 $111,549
North Greenville University $111,600 $111,600
Northeastern State University $39,438 $73,223
Northeastern University $100,950 $100,950
Northeastern University – Dual MS/MPH Program $100,950 $100,950
Northern Arizona University $80,360 $111,152
Northwest University School of PA Medicine $102,078 $102,078
Northwestern College $89,570 $89,570
Northwestern University $102,078 $102,078
Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale $87,875 $87,875
Nova Southeastern University, Fort Myers $87,875 $87,875
Nova Southeastern University, Jacksonville $87,875 $87,875
Nova Southeastern University, Orlando $87,875 $87,875
Ohio Dominican University $86,390 $86,390
Ohio University $58,956 $61,294
Oklahoma City University $90,874 $90,874
Oklahoma State University $41,928 $81,928
Oregon Health & Science University $93,636 $93,636
Pace University – Pleasantville $117,000 $117,000
Pace University-Lenox Hill Hospital, NYC $123,622 $123,622
Pacific University $110,005 $110,005
Penn State University $80,214 $80,214
Pennsylvania College of Technology $58,356 $82,800
Pfeiffer University $118,310 $118,310
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine $103,931 $103,931
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine – Georgia Campus $103,931 $103,931
Point Loma Nazarene University $117,860 $117,860
Presbyterian College $94,000 $94,000
Quinnipiac University $104,835 $104,835
Radford University $80,295 $80,295
Red Rocks Community College $69,448 $79,870
Rochester Institute of Technology $251,536 $251,536
Rocky Mountain College $103,457 $103,457
Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions $115,938 $115,938
Rocky Vista University $95,298 $95,298
Rosalind Franklin Univ of Medicine (formerly Finch) $98,728 $98,728
Rush University $102,360 $102,360
Rutgers University $91,884 $137,826
Sacred Heart University $114,405 $114,405
Saint Catherine University $101,185 $101,185
Saint Elizabeth University $109,499 $109,499
Saint Francis University $118,626 $118,626
Saint Joseph’s University (Univ. of the Sciences) $100,000 $100,000
Saint Louis University $92,860 $92,860
Salus University (formerly Pennsylvania College of Optometry) $91,340 $91,340
Samford University $90,150 $90,150
Samuel Merritt University $114,644 $114,644
San Juan Bautista School of Medicine $108,604 $108,604
Seton Hall University $129,600 $129,600
Seton Hill University $113,932 $113,932
Shenandoah University $100,680 $100,680
Slippery Rock University $86,472 $119,341
South College – Asheville $101,250 $6,250
South College – Atlanta $105,750 $105,750
South College – Knoxville $105,750 $105,750
South College – Nashville $105,750 $105,750
South University in Savannah $98,475 $98,475
South University, Richmond $99,645 $99,645
South University, Tampa $99,630 $99,630
South University, West Palm Beach $99,630 $99,630
Southern California University of Health Sciences $108,997 $108,997
Southern Illinois University $70,000 $120,000
Springfield College $118,320 $118,320
St. Ambrose University $106,518 $106,518
St. Bonaventure University $102,500 $102,500
St. John’s University (formerly SVCMC) $135,240 $135,240
Stanford University $162,945 $162,945
Stephens College $90,230 $90,230
Sullivan University $109,900 $109,900
SUNY Downstate Medical Center $56,770 $104,930
SUNY Upstate Medical Center $56,770 $104,930
Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine $90,445 $94,744
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center $44,881 $95,881
The CUNY School of Medicine (formerly CCNY Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education) $38,815 $68,400
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Southwestern School of Health Professions $38,528 $85,008
Thiel College $110,700 $110,700
Thomas Jefferson University – New Jersey Campus $97,126 $97,126
Thomas Jefferson University, Center City Campus $97,126 $97,126
Thomas Jefferson University, East Falls Campus $99,068 $99,068
Touro College (Long Island) $135,530 $135,530
Touro College (Manhattan) $151,630 $151,630
Touro College (Middletown) $135,350 $135,350
Touro University California $145,470 $145,470
Touro University Nevada $104,591 $104,591
Towson University CCBC – Essex $47,236 $97,804
Trevecca Nazarene University $92,300 $92,300
Trine University $106,400 $106,400
Tufts University $106,938 $106,938
Union College $132,450 $132,450
University of Alabama at Birmingham $65,780 $156,745
University of Arkansas $66,561 $93,392
University of Bridgeport $102,655 $102,655
University of California-Davis $145,683 $145,683
University of Charleston $87,500 $87,500
University of Colorado $64,242 $139,086
University of Dayton $94,482 $94,482
University of Detroit Mercy $106,350 $106,350
University of Dubuque $96,000 $96,000
University of Evansville $99,050 $99,050
University of Findlay $118,643 $118,643
University of Florida $55,320 $122,994
University of Iowa $52,573 $101,229
University of Kentucky $61,816 $113,903
University of Kentucky – Morehead $52,807 $104,895
University Of La Verne $110,920 $110,920
University of Lynchburg $92,372 $92,372
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor $133,190 $133,190
University of Maryland Baltimore Physician Assistant Program $84,796 $112,636
University of Maryland Eastern Shore $68,760 $105,390
University of Michigan – Flint $104,432 $160,832
University of Missouri – Kansas City $79,856 $95,830
University of Mount Union $91,000 $91,000
University of Nebraska Medical Center $55,110 $86,705
University of Nevada, Reno $92,730 $92,730
University of New England $102,430 $102,430
University of New Mexico $60,702 $86,749
University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill $63,268 $109,414
University of North Dakota $50,618 $73,570
University of North Texas HS Center Ft Worth $36,483 $97,671
University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City $93,058 $93,058
University of Oklahoma, Tulsa $93,058 $93,058
University of Pittsburgh $90,936 $108,076
University of Pittsburgh – Hybrid Program $90,936 $108,076
University of Saint Francis (Fort Wayne) $114,275 $114,275
University of South Alabama $58,080 $135,278
University of Saint Joseph $124,094 $124,094
University of South Carolina SOM $52,815 $91,896
University of South Dakota $49,291 $101,539
University of South Florida $68,166 $129,066
University of Southern California (LA) $174,380 $174,380
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences $106,085 $106,085
University of St. Francis $94,500 $94,500
University of Tampa $107,114 $107,114
University of Tennessee Health Science Center (Memphis) $49,154 $81,518
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley $100,000 $100,000
University of Texas – HS Center at San Antonio $40,431 $86,534
University of Texas – Medical Branch at Galveston $100,000 $100,000
University of the Cumberlands $83,537 $83,537
University of the Cumberlands, Northern Kentucky Campus $85,732 $85,732
University of the Pacific $125,902 $125,902
University of Toledo $76,902 $123,786
University of Toronto $107,010 $107,010
University of Utah $78,120 $116,314
University of Washington $85,365 $85,365
University of Wisconsin – Madison $53,987 $109,571
University of Wisconsin – La Crosse $40,188 $78,264
Ursuline College $105,100 $105,100
Utah Valley University $79,520 $119,520
Valparaiso University $105,280 $105,280
Wagner College $164,760 $164,760
Wake Forest University (Bowman Gray) $87,540 $87,540
Wayne State University $46,718 $86,411
Weber State University $77,640 $112,640
Weill Cornell Medicine Graduate School of Medical Sciences $91,260 $91,260
West Chester University $79,682 $103,013
West Coast University – Texas $81,426 $81,426
West Coast University – California $118,117 $117,822
West Liberty University $86,991 $122,949
West Virginia University $81,595 $123,588
Western Michigan University $66,830 $100,245
Western University of Health Sciences $88,210 $88,210
Westfield State University $94,880 $94,880
Wichita State University $47,628 $89,329
Wingate University $97,370 $97,370
Wingate University-Hendersonville $97,370 $97,370
Xavier University of Louisiana $98,178 $98,178
Yale University Physician Assistant Online Program $111,167 $111,167
Yale University Physician Associate Program $115,052 $115,052
Yeshiva University $107,520 $107,520
Average: $95,165 $103,660

How much did it cost me to go to PA School?

When I was attending the Rutgers University PA program in 2001 (yes, I know the dinosaur age), the annual tuition was just $10,000 per year (without fees)! Since this was a 3-year program, my total cost, minus fees, for the entirety of my PA school education was roughly $30,000.

I was one of the lucky few who received a stipend from the National Health Service Corps and had my PA school paid for. I would suggest you look into this program as well.

How much would my same PA program cost in 2023?

Here is the breakdown of my school (Rutgers PA program) and the projected cost of tuition and fees for the 3-year program starting in 2023.

Total Cost of Attending Rutgers Physician Assistant Program in 2023

  • The total cost of in-state tuition to attend the Rutgers University PA program in 2023 is $93,677 (cost in 2012: $69,524)
  • The total cost of out-of-state tuition is $140,572

How about the Fees?

  • $175 campus fee
  • $700 technology fee
  • $360 school fee
  • $2,312 health insurance fee per year x 3 = $6,936
  • $450 lab-intensive fee
  • $150 clinical admin fee
  • $100 parking/year x 3 = $300

Total in Fees:  $9,071

In a later blog post, I will be discussing the cost of books, medical supplies, and general living expenses. Unless you attend PA school on a part-time basis, it is difficult to maintain a job along with a full-time PA school curriculum.

Also, you may have noticed that Rutgers University has a three-year PA school curriculum. How does this compare with shorter programs?

Take a look at my 14 variable Perfect PA Program Picker!

How much did your PA school cost?

Is it worth it?

- Stephen Pasquini PA-C

The Perfect PA Program Picker: PA School Search, Sort, Match, and Apply

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  1. Jen says

    October 7, 2020 at 5:35 pm

    Just an FYI, according to Touro Nevada’s website, their PA Program actually costs $101k in total and not $77k.

    Reply
    • Stephen Pasquini PA-C says

      October 11, 2020 at 3:18 pm

      Thanks, Jen! I have updated the table. I have also updated the prices on my companion website at http://www.paschoolfinder.com

      Reply
  2. Karman says

    December 3, 2017 at 10:14 pm

    What major does PA fall under?
    I am currently in Senior year of High school and interested in being a Physician Assistant. Can you guide what should I see while going through the colleges. What courses specifically and which colleges are good for that, if any suggestions.

    Reply
    • Stephen Pasquini PA-C says

      December 5, 2017 at 8:49 am

      Hi Karman, here is a post I wrote on prerequisite coursework you can see what I took as Biology/Zoology major to complete my prerequisites: https://www.thepalife.com/prerequisites/

      Any major will do so long as you complete the required courses. And almost every school in the country can get you there. There are schools which offer 3 + 5 “direct entry” as well which are becoming more and more popular. I am not sure they are any better but it is an option. Here is a post I wrote on that: https://www.thepalife.com/direct-entry-and-dual-degree-bsms-physician-assistant-programs/

      There are endless options, but just being prepared and having a direction is a good start, and I can tell you have already jumped the biggest hurdle! Let me know if you have any more questions and I will be happy to answer.

      Stephen

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  3. Neni Solis says

    October 2, 2017 at 12:24 am

    Hi Macy,

    I’m very interested in becoming a PA. I worked as a medical assistant for 10 yrs but haven’t worked in 5 yrs due to a medical Illness. I’m ready to jump on the band wagon again and follow my dreams. Does my medical experience still count towards the requirements?

    Reply
  4. Ellery says

    July 28, 2016 at 11:27 am

    Hi Stephen,
    I’m about to embark on my freshman year and I have always had an interest in oncology. I felt that becoming an oncologist was too long of a time period since I want to start a family. I have family and friends who are PAs and I learned that you are able to be specialized so I plan to be a PA in oncology. I have been looking into the cost of PA school and have a question about it. If the PA school is 27 months and it says it costs $128,000, does that mean that the program costs 128,000 per year or for the entire program? Also, since I want to be a PA in oncology do is it mandatory to do a fellowship after PA school? Thanks for the help!

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    • Stephen Pasquini PA-C says

      July 28, 2016 at 12:26 pm

      Great questions Ellery!

      1. If the cost is $128,000 that is for the entire program. It often does not include books and fees though so you may want to factor these in as well. The cost has been skyrocketing since I graduated in 2004 which makes programs like the National Health Service Corps even that more attractive. Although PAs in specialty medicine make a very good income so it is still a good value.

      2. You do not need to go through a residency program. Some specialty jobs ask for prior experience. I would just make sure to double down on my elective rotations. My wife was an RN who worked for years in oncology with a lot of midlevel providers. It’s a wonderful specialty.

      Best of luck to you and your future, enjoy the journey!!!

      Stephen

      Reply
  5. Macy says

    July 8, 2016 at 7:45 am

    Hi Stephen,
    I’m a freshman and am very interested in becoming a PA. My parents are for it 100% but I -and i’m sure they- know it would be very expensive. Please could you suggest any other agencies or organisations such as NHSC that support PA students in exchange to partake in some service or work ?
    My aunt- who is a RN- is persuading me to opt for nursing but I would rather become a PA. I’d really appreciate your reply.

    Reply
    • Stephen Pasquini PA-C says

      July 8, 2016 at 12:38 pm

      Hi Macy,

      Congratulations on your decision to pursue a career as a PA… You won’t be disappointed. With over 48,000 current job openings your parents will be very happy as well 🙂 I wrote a post earlier this year that will be helpful: https://www.thepalife.com/scholarships-grants-and-loan-repayment-programs-for-physician-assistants/

      As a NHSC scholar I am a bit partial to this path. I think they offer the best balance of loan repayment and an opportunity for a great/meaningful experience working in an underserved area. I can’t recommend it enough!

      Stephen

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I am very happy with your service and would highly recommend it to any PA applicant. Duke helped me to put my thoughts in order and to make significant changes. My personal statement sounds great and seems easy and interesting to read now.  He took a lot of time to explain his way of thinking and to understand what I am trying to say. Thank you so much for your help. I really appreciate what you are doing for others.

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Sarah did such a great job editing my personal statement! She was receptive to my concerns and had awesome ideas to make my essay stand out. I am very happy with how it turned out and I am excited to submit it. Thank you!!

Hannah, Pre-PA

Just found your site today while trying to update my resume. Also, I have to recertify next year so your tests are great for a refresher course. I was in a specialty area of medicine so I now realize how much I forgot in the past 5 years. Thank you very much and I will pass on to other PAs.

Pattie Solomon PA-CNorTh Miami Florida

You helped me revise my personal statement for PA school admissions earlier this year, and I wanted to let you know how much you helped me. I got eight interviews and five admissions this cycle! I’ll be attending Pacific University this May. Multiple interviewers commented on how much they liked my personal statement. They described it as “eloquent” and “genuine.” I cannot thank you enough for your help earlier this year; I feel that it was a big part of my success this cycle.

Monica Harris, PA-S

Sarah was a tremendous help to me and provided me with thoughtful edits that really made my personal statement stand out from the crowd. She was very easy to work with and really seems to care about each of her clients. I really enjoyed working with her and highly recommend her as an editor. As of today, I have 3 interviews scheduled, including one at my top choice school! Thank you!

Andrew, Pre-PA

The edit that I received from Sue was exactly what I was hoping for. She was able to tighten up my draft beyond my personal skill level and made edits that I was would have never thought to make. She has definitely made my personal statement stronger. Thank you, Sue!

Ethan, Pre-PA

Susan did a fantastic job editing my essay! She guided me and gave me suggestions for strengthening certain sections and equally took out weak parts. After I followed her recommendations, I really felt like I had an essay where every sentence mattered and reflected who I was. Thank you so much Susan for your help. I feel that I have a stronger essay because of your honest feedback and your help!

Amanda Pre-PA

The comments and edits made by Sue are exceptional! They’ve helped a lot in terms of helping me express my thoughts more clearly and effectively. It felt as if she was there with me, reading my thoughts and helping me with the entire process in person!

Amy, Pre-PA

I received an early acceptance! I just wanted to thank you so much for all your help. You are a pro and I’m so thankful for you! You helped me more than you’ll ever know! I’m so excited! You saved me!!!!

Shelly K. Pre-PA

Carly took the time to listen to my concerns about my personal statement and apply them to what I had already written. I was so appreciative as I wasn’t sure where my personal statement stood before submitting it. I now feel more confident in my statement!

Chelsea, Pre-PA

Thank you so much for helping me with my physician assistant program application essays and interview! I am so excited to let you know that I received multiple PA school acceptances and have decided that I will be attending Cornell University’s PA Program in New York City. The program begins in February 2019 and I cannot wait to begin!  I truly appreciate all your help and encouragement throughout my PA application process.

Christine Chen, PA-S

I just want to let you know I got into the pa program! I want to give you a huge thank you for helping me nail the interview and make a great essay. Thank you, x 100,000!

Rachel J, Pre-PA

I had an excellent experience with this service. Deanna was thorough, attentive to my essay, and very easy to contact. She did a great job and I would highly recommend this service to anyone.

Grant, Pre-PA

Beth did great at editing my personal statement. I feel that she corrected a lot of my grammar and made my personal statement very well-spoken while not changing what I wanted to convey. She gave me additional thoughts to consider if I wanted to edit the essay again afterward, but I feel quite content! Thank you, PA Life!

Audrey, Pre-PA

I just wanted to send you a quick email, letting you know that I finally got accepted into PA school! I will be attending Sacred Heart University in Connecticut and will be starting this fall. I could not have made it this far without your help! This was my third time applying and during my first two cycles, I didn’t think that I needed outside help. But this time around, I decided that I needed to change my tactic and I am so freaking happy that I did. Your guidance and advice on my personal statement absolutely made a difference. I had 6 interviews and got accepted into 4! You have helped changed my life and I am forever grateful. I have several friends who will be applying this cycle so I will be referring them to you!

Christian, Pre-PA

I am extremely pleased with this service. It is exactly the kind of constructive criticism I was hoping to receive. I had my essay reviewed by “myparesources” and was not very satisfied with their general comments. Sue put a lot of time and effort and gave me concrete examples of how to change my essay for the better. I WILL recommend this service over all others. Thank you so much!

Joe, Pre-PA

This is Tyler. I hope you remember helping me with my essay back in May. As promised, I wanted to update you with news of my PA school journey and I am excited to tell you that I was accepted to Stony Brook’s PA program!! THANK YOU VERY MUCH for helping me write an essay that was truly reflective of who I am as a candidate and as a person! It played a pivotal role in this whole nerve-racking process and has helped me achieve a major life goal. You are a godsend to Pre-PA students.

Tyler, PA-S

Awesome editing service! Everything was detailed, and I could tell that my editor really cared about helping me produce a great personal statement.

Ashanna, Pre-PA

I am mind-blown by my editor Carly’s work. My original essay is like an ill-fitting suit. She hemmed and adjusted it in all the right places and now it looks perfect. I don’t think I’m a bad writer, but I don’t write often and I have spent the past 10 years of my life focused on health sciences. I may have never been able to do this on my own. Thank you thank you, I consider this essay service a bargain.

Rebecca, Pre-PA

I was at a point where I kept reading my essay over and over again and not knowing what to change. After Sue looked over and thoroughly edited the essay, I had a completely new focus! I knew exactly what to tweak and her service really cleared up any uncertainty I had with my essay. I’m now much more confident as I finish up my CASPA applications!

Julia Spalding, Pre-PA

I can not speak highly enough of Sarah. She was extremely helpful and easy to work with. I think she did an especially admirable job packaging the message I was trying to get across in my essay in a concise format that flows smoothly. Thank you again!

Ian, Pre-PA

Carly Hallman did an amazing job helping me with my personal statement! I was feeling conflicted and uncertain about my own personal statement, but she helped set my mind at ease! I now have peace of mind regarding my personal statement. She was so helpful in correcting any grammar errors and also informed me of what I could add to my essay. I knew I was missing something in my essay, but could not quite put my finger on it. Carly identified what was missing so I could make those changes to my essay. I’m so thankful for her help because I do not think I could have figured out that “missing piece” had it not been for her. I now feel confident about my essay and I am extremely happy with it! 🙂 Thank you so much!!!

Ramsha, Pre-PA

Mr. Pasquini was very patient, accommodating and direct in his editing/advice. He was honest, in a way that I needed due to the importance of the letter. I even picked up a few tips to enhance my writing from our meetings. Great experience and will definitely recommend him to others!

Alana P. Pre-PA

I truly appreciate the ideas and comments Deanna provided for my personal statement. Without her expertise in having an understanding of what PA programs are looking for in a personal statement, I would have gone in a completely different and possibly wrong direction. I highly recommend this service!

Victoria, Pre-PA

Carly did more than help revise my grammatical errors and flow. She was able to show me the strengths and weaknesses of the concepts of my essay. She was able to tell me what it was missing as well as praise me for what I did correctly. It gave me confidence in my writing, and I truly believe it will make an impact on the way PA programs view me.

Sherry, Pre-PA

It was an absolute pleasure working with Sarah. She was prompt to respond, professional, and kind. Sarah is an excellent writer. I was consistently impressed with her edits and suggestions for my personal statement. After working with Sarah I feel confident that my final essay will be well-received schools and help me stand out as a candidate.

Leah, Pre-PA

Sue was awesome and ensured I received my edited version of the essay in a timely manner. The editing was above exceptional and exceeded my expectations. Thanks so much!! You guys are awesome!

HK, Pre-PA

Deanna was an absolute joy to work with. Not only was she a wonderful writer and editor, but she helped me develop my thoughts and produce a personal statement I was proud to submit. She helped me refine my ideas, and concise my writing to illustrate my reasons for wanting this career. She was also very prompt in responding to my emails and questions. I am very happy with my personal statement and would recommend this service to anyone who is considering this service or feels stuck in their writing process.

Maddie, Pre-PA

I got in!! I got into PA school and I can’t thank you enough for your hand in helping me with this process. I received 7 interviews out of 12 applications, I was waitlisted at Jefferson, Salus, and Chatham. And I was accepted at Drexel and Stony Brook. I will be starting PA school in June! Thank you so very much!!

Natalie, Pre-PA

Carly edited my essay, providing a generous amount of comments on why she believes that her changes make for a stronger essay. She gave amazing advice and I know that my personal statement is much more well written than before the edits were made. Definitely worth the money!

Alexa, Pre-PA

Thanks to the PA life and Deanna I was accepted to ECU PA program this cycle. I’m starting my program next fall. I have been part of the PA life community and a member of the leadership team at the virtual pre-PA club with Deanna and others. I’m preparing a video presentation about how to become a PA for IMG. I’m a nontraditional app and abnormally normal applicant 😆. The video will be posted on the IMG space of the community. I’m so happy to share my experience and help pre-PA like me.

Shynar Johnson, PA-S

My editor with The PA Life was amazing! I will definitely suggest these services to anyone else applying to PA school. Thank you for everything!

Margarita, Pre-PA

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