Dual-degree programs are designed to be an efficient way to complete both your undergraduate and graduate degrees, but we understand that college is still a big investment. That’s why we’re committed to helping you make your Quinnipiac education affordable. Whether it’s through grants, scholarships, loans or a job, we’ll help you explore every option and help you make a plan that works for you.
Direct costs are expenses for which you receive a billing statement from Quinnipiac, such as tuition, student fees, university/technology fees, accident insurance, health insurance and other applicable fees.
| Cost | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees1 | $53,090* |
| Room and Board (if living on campus) | $16,270 |
| Commuter Meal Plan (if living off campus) | $450 |
1 Tuition and fees are subject to annual updates and assume student is taking 12-16 credits per semester. Credits taken in excess of 16 credits in a semester are billed at $1,160 per credit. Student fees cover the experiences and services that complement and support academics.
*Estimate of annual costs per year, for a typical 4 years of undergraduate studies.
Amounts listed for books, personal and transportation are estimated allowances that are not part of a student’s bill. Possible expenses, or indirect costs, are expenses that you may incur but for which you do not receive a billing statement such as average for books, supplies, transportation, and miscellaneous expenses and off-campus living expenses. These costs are used when calculating financial aid eligibility.
| Item | Rate |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,100 |
| Personal | $1,810 |
| Transportation | $850 (if living on campus) $1,350 (if living off campus) |
| Room and board allowance | $1,800 (if at home with parent) $15,260 (if living off campus) |
All figures are based on current allowances for the 2023-24 academic year.
Direct costs include tuition cost per credit hour, plus any applicable fees.
Curriculum requirements: 94 credits. The program is a 27-month, full-time program.
| Estimated Tuition | Award Period 1 Summer and Fall |
Award Period 2 Spring and Summer |
Award Period 3 Fall and Spring |
Award Period 4 Summer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Tuition and Fees | $39,820 | $35,020 | $23,735 | $10,385 |
Tuition and fees are subject to annual updates. Figures represent the total per financial aid award period and are based on the 2024-25 rate ($1,125 per credit).
Indirect costs are possible expenses related to the pursuit of your degree. Amounts listed for books, miscellaneous, transportation and living expenses are estimated allowances that are not part of a student’s bill. These costs are used when calculating financial aid eligibility.
| Possible Expense | Award Period 1 Summer and Fall |
Award Period 2 Spring and Summer |
Award Period 3 Fall and Spring |
Award Period 4 Summer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $5,000 | $2,400 | $850 | $425 |
| Miscellaneous Expenses | $1,140 | $1,140 | $1,520 | $456 |
| Transportation | $2,047 | $2,702 | $7,368 | $1,474 |
| Living Allowance (off campus, not with parent/guardian) | $21,930 | $21,930 | $29,240 | $8,772 |
| Living Allowance (off campus, with parent/guardian) | $9,728 | $9,728 | $12,970 | $3,891 |
| Loan Fees (average) | $208 | $208 | $208 | $208 |
| Licensure & Certification | $770 |
All figures are based on current allowances for the 2024-25 academic year. Figures represent the total per financial aid award period.
The program offers the qualified pre-physician assistant student the opportunity to pursue a master’s degree in the physician assistant program at Quinnipiac. The program is divided into a four-year pre-professional component and a 27-month professional component. Following successful completion of the pre-professional component, students receive a Bachelor of Science in Health Science Studies.
The pre-professional component provides students with a well-rounded education and a strong focus in biological and health science studies. This very structured and organized undergraduate program not only prepares students for the rigors of the professional component of the program, but also introduces students to the role and responsibilities of physician assistants. The program addresses the need for medical experience by providing students with emergency medical technician (EMT) training as well as extensive time shadowing and mentoring with practicing physician assistants. EMT ride time and shadowing experiences take place at off-campus sites, generally within 50 miles of the Mount Carmel Campus. Students are responsible for transportation to and from all off-campus sites. In addition, students must meet specific program health requirements for participation in the shadowing experiences. Program costs associated with the preclinical affiliations and EMT course, including uniform, parking, certification exam, health requirements documentation, background check and additional program fees are the responsibility of the student.
Students should be aware that certain preclinical sites may require a criminal background check before a student is placed in the clinic or intern site. The university has procedures to assist students in obtaining such a background check. The cost of the background check is the responsibility of each individual student. All students are required to have a new or updated background check upon progression to the graduate physician assistant program.
All students seeking financial assistance need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online as soon as possible after it opens. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is scheduled to open on or around December 1. Applicants are encouraged to file the FAFSA to apply for financial aid as early as possible.
Quinnipiac's FAFSA code is 001402.
Offer notifications are prepared by the Financial Aid Office and are issued to students to explain the details of the financial aid offer, which may include grants, scholarships, federal student loans and work study.
To cover a remaining balance due to the university, after financial aid has been applied against the invoice, families have the choice of establishing a semester payment plan and/or borrowing from the Federal Direct Parent PLUS loan or a variety of private lenders.
Use the Net Price Calculator to understand what you might pay
You may be surprised to know that nationwide — for students attending private, four-year colleges — the average family can pay much less than the college’s published price. The Net Price Calculator is the ideal tool to help full-time, incoming first-year students estimate what the annual cost* would be to attend Quinnipiac.
*It is important to note that the Net Price Calculator is only designed to provide estimates for full-time, first-year undergraduate students.
The receipt of additional assistance such as athletic scholarships, employee benefits, Tuition Exchange grants, veterans benefits, outside scholarships, etc., may affect the estimated aid being calculated. Please contact our office if you qualify for aid outside of the resources being provided in the calculator.
Our undergraduate admissions counselors are here to answer any questions you may have and help you navigate the application process.