Estimated tuition, fees and program costs for the Physician Assistant Program for Marietta College:
- Summer Session: $5,600
- Didactic Phase - Semesters one and two: $45,900
- Clinical Phase - Semesters one and two: $46,500
The above listed fees are based upon the latest estimates available for the Class of 2027 (program years 2025–2027). They do not include living expenses, stethoscope, drug testing, health insurance, immunizations, books or computer costs. Malpractice insurance is procured by the Program for all PA students and annually added to their tuition. All students are required to carry major medical health insurance and proof of coverage is required upon matriculation into the Program.
Estimation of "complete" student budget for the Class of 2027.
Scholarships and Grants
Paul Spear Appalachia Scholarship
Two students per cohort will be selected to receive the Paul Spear Appalachia Scholarship. The scholarship is based on the applicant’s desire to provide healthcare in the Southeastern Ohio and/or Appalachia area and financial need. The award covers half of the tuition for both the didactic and clinical phases of the program as long as the student maintains a 3.0 GPA throughout the program. In repayment of the scholarship, the student commits to a one-for-one service agreement to practice in the Southeastern Ohio and/or Appalachia area for each year of the scholarship award (2-year maximum). Recipients are announced at the end of the summer semester.
Paul Spear Appalachia Scholarship Application
Dr. Gloria M. Stewart PA Scholarship
This scholarship was created by alumni, faculty and staff in recognition of Dr. Gloria Stewart’s service and commitment to Marietta College as the founding program director from 2001-2007 and again from 2008-2013. This scholarship is open to all enrolled didactic physician assistant students preparing to enter their clinical phase of study. Students are provided scholarship information and details on submission from the program during their didactic phase and with the one (1) recipient announced prior to the start of the clinical phase.
- Demonstrated financial need by having completed the FAFSA.
- From an economically disadvantaged background and community.
- 1st generation college student.
- 1st generation health care provider.
- Non-traditional student (gap of at least five years between completing an undergraduate degree and beginning an advanced degree to further their current employment or train for a new career).
- Currently care for dependents.
All applicants should have also demonstrated the following involvement in the PA Program during their didactic phase:
- Professional demeanor with outgoing and positive attitude
- Respectful interactions with faculty, staff, and other students
- Team-based mind set shown by willingness to help others and participation in MC PASS, program events, and the local community. (EX. PASS officer, program open houses, interview days, events, community projects, etc.)
A selection committee consisting of one member from the Office of Advancement and any combination of physician assistant faculty, staff, alumni, and members of the Marietta College academic community will be chaired by the program director. The committee will review each prospective recipient’s application and select a student who they feel most closely meets the above suggested criteria.
Dr. Steve Spilatro Scholarship
The Dr. Steve Spilatro Endowed Scholarship will be given annually to an MC undergraduate alumnus/a entering the PA Program as determined by the Financial Aid Office and based on financial need. The inaugural scholarship was awarded with the Class of 2025 and will be awarded to every other cohort or odd graduation years so the scholarship follows the student throughout their entire training. The next cohort to be awarded is the graduating class of 2027.
Dr. John Grosel Alumni and Friends Scholarship
The Dr. John Grosel Alumni and Friends scholarship is open to all enrolled Physician Assistant students during the clinical phase of training with one semester remaining. Students meeting any of the following suggested criteria are commended to apply for this scholarship:
- Academics: Strong academic performance during the clinical phase of training (preceptor evaluation written comments and EOR exams that are at or above national average can be used for assessment)
- Commitment to Program and its Longevity: Clearly has demonstrated the desire to build a lifelong relationship with the program. Examples may include but not limited to: fosters strong relationships with preceptors, recommends program to future students, endorses preceptors for MC PA student placement consideration, provides formative feedback on ways the program can improve and grow related to didactic or clinical curriculum topics or skills, develops professional connection with faculty and staff, gives back through leadership and service to the program.
- Capstone/research component which includes at least one of the following: seeking publication, community project, original research, grand rounds presentation, or poster presentation.
- No professional probation citations while in the program.
- Has not received a previous scholarship to date awarded by the MC PA program.
A selection committee will be formed, chaired and selected by the Director of the Physician Assistant program and include Dr. John Grosel, or a member of his family on his behalf and in line with his vision and goals for the PA profession and MC PA program, PA faculty and staff, MC PA alumni, and other community members as applicable. The committee will review each prospective recipient’s application and select a student who they feel most closely meets the above suggested criteria. Once selected the scholarship will be awarded before the end of the final semester of PA school.
Choose Ohio First Scholarship
Started in 2008, the Choose Ohio First Scholarship is part of Ohio's strategic effort to increase the number of graduates in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields in the following majors at Marietta College: Actuarial Science, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science and Information Systems, Environmental Science, Geology, Health Science, Mathematics, Neuroscience, Petroleum Engineering, Physics, Psychology, and the Physician Assistant Program.
Eligible students must be residents of Ohio.
The selected recipients could receive a Choose Ohio First Scholarship of up to $5,500 annually based on eligibility requirements and funding levels as determined by the State of Ohio. Annual award amounts are subject to change based on the Ohio budget and Ohio Revised Code. as a way to increase the number of Ohio students entering into and successfully completing science, technology, engineering, math or medicine (STEM) majors at Ohio’s public and private colleges and universities.
To be considered for the Choose Ohio First Scholarship, a student must:
- Be admitted to Marietta College as a full-time student.
- Show evidence of strong academic achievement with a 3.0 cumulative GPA in high school or college work.
- Meet residency and program requirements.
- Be either an incoming STEM student, or a current student changing to an eligible STEM program from a non-STEM program.
- Submit a two-page essay explaining career goals and professional aspirations as well as how the Choose Ohio First Scholarship will enable them to work toward a STEM degree.
- Submit the Choose Ohio First Application form.
Materials must be submitted by March 1st for priority decisions and May 1st for secondary decisions.
The Choose Ohio First Scholarship is renewable as long as the student maintains a 3.0 GPA. The annual amount is unchanged, but is paid in the fall and spring semesters.
For questions, contact financial aid using the options below, contact or Michelle Jeitler, Director, Choose Ohio First at Marietta College at mej001@marietta.edu
Email: finaid@marietta.edu
Address: Student Financial Services Office, 215 5th St., Marietta, OH 45750
Fax: 740-376-4990