Doctor of Medical Science

Tuition and Scholarships

SCU Fixed Rate Tuition Guarantee

Tuition to complete the program $28,656

SCU’s Fixed Rate Tuition Guarantee for degree programs allows you to plan your educational investment.

Benefits of our Fixed Tuition Guarantee:

• Guarantees your per-term rate for the scheduled duration of your program**
• Eliminates tuition price uncertainty
• Allows you to plan your finances in advance

If you would like to learn more about fixed rate tuition, please contact the Office of Financial Aid at FinancialAid@scuhs.edu. 

You can also visit the Office of Financial Aid website to learn more about available scholarships, loans, and more.

* Tuition rate reflected above represents the fixed rate for a student entering during the 2024-2025 academic year. Tuition rates are subject to change and may not be reflected on this website or other SCU materials. Please contact us for the most updated information.

** Some limitations apply. View the Fixed Rate Tuition Guarantee page for more information.

Doctor of Medical Science: 3-Term Track

Representative tuition tables, the actual tuition cost per term may vary based on when the student starts.

Doctor of Medical Science: 6-Term Track

Representative tuition tables, the actual tuition cost per term may vary based on when the student starts.

Per term tuition amounts listed above were calculated using the current curriculum plan for credit hours in the term shown times the rate per credit hour and assumes that the student stays on cohort and follows the normal academic progression.

* DMSc students who fall off cohort and extend their program length beyond the standard program length will be charged $796 for each enrolled credit. Tuition is billed by credit hour and rates reflected above represent the fixed rate for a student entering during the 2024/2025 academic year. Tuition rates are subject to change and may not be reflected on the website or other SCU materials. Please contact us for the most updated information. Restrictions on our fixed rate tuition guarantee apply. To remain eligible for the fixed rate guarantee, students must graduate either on time or within one additional term of the published program length they are enrolled in. Refer to the Fixed Rate Tuition Guarantee section of the academic catalog for more information. Actual tuition per term will vary depending on the number of credit hours enrolled.

** Program fees listed are for the 2024/2025 academic year and are subject to change. Program fees include charges for technology and are charged every term that the student is enrolled.

*** Books, supplies, and other equipment not included in the tuition and fee schedule may be required for this program.

Scholarships

ACTIVE DUTY AND VETERAN TUITION DISCOUNT

SCU proudly supports our active military and veterans with a 20% tuition discount for the DMSc program.

Preceptor Participation Tuition Discount

SCU values the service of PAs who dedicate time and expertise to educating the next generation of PAs. To reward ongoing preceptorship and encourage PAs currently not precepting the SCU Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) Program will offer a 15% tuition discount to DMSc students who commit to routinely precepting PA students from our Master of Science: Physician Assistant Program.

To learn more about our DMSc Preceptor Tuition Discount, please contact Ashley Larsen, Associate Program Director of Clinical Education, at AshleyLarsen@scuhs.edu to determine if you are eligible.

Alumni Tuition Discount

SCU proudly supports our alumni, and all Master of Science Physician Assistant Program graduates are eligible for a 20% tuition discount for the DMSc program.

PA Education Association (PAEA) Active Membership Tuition Discount

The SCU DMSc program supports active membership to PAEA, the only national organization representing PA educational programs in the United States, advancing excellence in PA education through leadership, scholarship, equity, and inclusion. The PAEA Active Membership Discount is designed to support PA faculty in its member programs by offering a 10% discount on program tuition. Proof of active membership is required.

American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) and Constituent Organizations Active Membership Tuition Discount

The SCU DMSc program supports the efforts of the AAPA and its constituent organizations to advocate and educate on behalf of the PA profession and the patients we serve. To reward PAs who are active members of the AAPA and/or its constituent organizations and to encourage membership among those who are not currently members, the SCU Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) Program will offer a 10% discount on tuition for each term in which the DMSc student holds an active membership to at least one of the following (proof of active membership required):

American Academy of Physician Associates – AAPA advocates and educates on behalf of the profession and the patients PAs serve. We work to ensure the professional growth, personal excellence, and recognition of PAs. We also enhance their ability to improve the quality, accessibility, and cost-effectiveness of patient-centered healthcare.

State & Federal Service Chapters – Chartered chapters of AAPA in every state, one U.S. Territory, and the District of Columbia. There are also five federal service chapters.

Specialty Organizations – Specialty organizations support AAPA’s knowledge base regarding medical specialty practice issues. Twenty-seven organizations strengthen the PA profession through their specialized medical knowledge and interactions with their medical and professional counterparts. These relationships allow specialty organizations to partner with AAPA to address challenges with reimbursement, clinical practice, regulation, and other matters.

Special Interest Groups – SIGs are informal groups of individuals sharing a common goal or interest. SIGs are recognized and approved by AAPA’s Board of Directors. AAPA currently recognizes 27 SIGs including PAs in Obesity Medicine, PAs in Pain Medicine, and more.

Caucuses – A caucus is composed of individuals who share a common goal or interest related to healthcare access or delivery. AAPA currently recognizes 11 caucuses including PAs for Global Health, PAs for Latino Health, and more.

Active membership to ADPA is not eligible for the membership discount as ADPA membership fees are waived for students currently enrolled in doctoral-PA programs.