Best Value PA Programs in Pennsylvania

Top 3 programs combining affordable tuition with strong PANCE pass rates

Finding a PA program that delivers strong outcomes without breaking the bank isn't easy. We ranked every PA program in Pennsylvania by combining tuition cost with PANCE first-time pass rates to surface the best value. Pennsylvania College of Technology tops the list with a 89.5% pass rate at $59,808 in tuition.

Across Pennsylvania's 28 PA programs, average tuition is $109,425. The programs below beat that average while maintaining strong graduate outcomes — that's what makes them stand out.

28

Programs in State

$59,808

Lowest Tuition

100%

Best PANCE Rate

$109,425

Avg Tuition

How We Rank Value

Our value score measures PANCE first-time pass rate relative to tuition cost. Programs with high pass rates and lower tuition rank highest. We only include programs that report both tuition and PANCE outcome data.

Top 3 Best Value PA Programs in Pennsylvania

#1 Best Value89.5% PANCE rate · $59,808 tuition
Location:Williamsport, PA
Deadline:Jan 15, 2027
Min GPA:3.00
Tuition:$59,808
PANCE Rate:89.5%
Accreditation:Continued
Admission:Standard
Class Size:30
#2 Best Value91% PANCE rate · $70,551 tuition
Location:Lock Haven, PA
Deadline:Nov 1, 2026
Min GPA:3.00
Tuition:$70,551
PANCE Rate:91.0%
Accreditation:Probation
Admission:Rolling
Class Size:48
#3 Best Value91% PANCE rate · $78,995 tuition
Location:Harrisville, PA
Deadline:Dec 1, 2026
Min GPA:3.25
Tuition:$78,995
PANCE Rate:91.0%
Accreditation:Continued
Admission:Rolling
Class Size:52

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best value PA program in Pennsylvania?
Based on our analysis of tuition cost and PANCE first-time pass rates, Pennsylvania College of Technology offers the best value among PA programs in Pennsylvania, with a 89.5% pass rate and tuition of $59,808.
Which PA programs in Pennsylvania have high PANCE pass rates and low tuition?
The top programs combining strong outcomes with affordable tuition in Pennsylvania are Pennsylvania College of Technology, Commonwealth University Physician Assistant Program, Slippery Rock University.
How much does PA school cost in Pennsylvania?
The average tuition for PA programs in Pennsylvania is approximately $109,425. The most affordable option starts at $59,808.
What is the highest PANCE pass rate among PA programs in Pennsylvania?
The highest two-year average PANCE first-time pass rate among PA programs in Pennsylvania is 100%.

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