DPT Program
Cost of Attendance
Morsani College of Medicine Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
The Cost of Attendance (COA) is an estimate of educational expenses used to determine financial aid eligibility for a specific academic year. The COA includes both direct educational costs and indirect expenses associated with enrollment.The Cost of Attendance (COA) is an estimate of educational expenses used to determine financial aid eligibility for a specific academic year. The COA includes both direct educational costs and indirect expenses associated with enrollment.
Planning for Educational Expenses
The Cost of Attendance is designed to assist students in planning for educational expenses throughout the academic year. While some students may incur costs that differ from the standard budget, the COA provides a consistent framework used to determine financial aid eligibility and establish borrowing limits.
2026–2027 Estimated Annual Cost of Attendance
The Cost of Attendance is an estimate of the expenses associated with the fulltime enrollment of students in a specific program of study based on residency and living arrangements. It also reflects the maximum amount of financial aid a student may be eligible to receive during an academic year. The Cost of Attendance includes estimated expenses related to the following categories:
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Tuition for Florida State Medical schools is at a flat yearly rate, regardless of the actual hours a student is enrolled. Tuition and Fees are estimated in the Cost of Attendance using the prior aid year’s tuition and fees. For more information about tuition, fees, and payments, please visit the Registrar’s Tuition Information Page.
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These are the cost estimates that the average student may incur during each year of enrollment. While actual expenses will vary among students, the estimated total cost of living will allow for a moderate standard of living. The calculation for housing expenses is one-half of the average rental rate, plus utilities for a two-bedroom apartment within a 10-mile radius of the Campus. Students are expected to share living facilities to help reduce expenses. Students should budget and plan accordingly for expenses incurred during periods of non-enrollment.
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Actual prices of required texts for each class are included. In addition, this component includes an allowance for tool kits and miscellaneous supplies. The cost for a computer/laptop is not included in the standard cost of attendance but can be included on a case-by-case basis. Students should contact the financial aid office to explore this option.
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The estimated cost in this category includes expenses for entertainment, laundry, personal hygiene, medical and dental care, required immunizations, screenings, and background checks. It also covers the cost of required health and disability insurance.
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Commuting costs (to and from campus) are included in the transportation component. Travel costs to area hospitals and/or clinical sites are also included.
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Federal loan fees are determined based on the average fees incurred by similarly classified borrowers during the previous academic year. These fees will be added if the student borrows federal loans.
Important: The Cost of Attendance is an estimate and does not represent the amount students will be billed by the University. Actual expenses vary based on individual circumstances and enrollment decisions.
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Review the table below for your estimated costs as an Off Campus Florida or Non-Florida resident for the academic year.
Florida Resident
Off-campusFall 26
Spring 27
Summer 27
Total for Current Academic Year
Billable Expenses
Tuition & Fees
$10,548
$10,548
$0
$21,096
Total Billable Expenses
$10,548
$10,548
$0
$21,096
Non-Billable Expenses
Housing
$6,000
$6,000
$2,400
$14,400
Food
$3,606
$3,606
$1,443
$8,655
Books & Supplies
$2,487
$80
$45
$2,612
Transportation
$1,156
$1,088
$1,631
$3,875
Personal Allowances
$3,568
$3,345
$837
$7,750
Total Non-Billable Expenses
$16,817
$14,119
$6,356
$37,292
Total Cost of Attendance (COA)
$27,365
$24,667
$6,356
$58,388
Non-Florida Resident
Off-campusFall 26
Spring 27
Summer 27
Total for Current Academic Year
Billable Expenses
Tuition & Fees
$15,202
$15,202
$0
$30,404
Total Billable Expenses
$15,202
$15,202
$0
$30,404
Non-Billable Expenses
Housing
$6,000
$6,000
$2,400
$14,400
Food
$3,606
$3,606
$1,443
$8,655
Books & Supplies
$2,487
$80
$45
$2,612
Transportation
$1,156
$1,088
$1,631
$3,875
Personal Allowances
$3,568
$3,345
$837
$7,750
Total Non-Billable Expenses
$16,817
$14,119
$6,356
$37,292
Total Cost of Attendance (COA)
$32,019
$29,321
$6,356
$67,696
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Review the table below for your estimated costs as an Off Campus Florida or Non-Florida resident for the academic year.
Florida Resident
Off-campusFall 26
Spring 27
Summer 27
Total for Current Academic Year
Billable Expenses
Tuition & Fees
$10,548
$10,548
$0
$21,096
Total Billable Expenses
$10,548
$10,548
$0
$21,096
Non-Billable Expenses
Housing
$6,000
$6,000
$2,400
$14,400
Food
$3,606
$3,606
$1,443
$8,655
Books & Supplies
$1,557
$80
$50
$1,687
Transportation
$1,088
$1,088
$1,813
$3,989
Personal Allowances
$3,475
$3,345
$930
$7,750
Total Non-Billable Expenses
$15,726
$14,119
$6,636
$36,481
Total Cost of Attendance (COA)
$26,274
$24,667
$6,636
$57,577
Non-Florida Resident
Off-campusFall 26
Spring 27
Summer 27
Total for Current Academic Year
Billable Expenses
Tuition & Fees
$15,202
$15,202
$0
$30,404
Total Billable Expenses
$15,202
$15,202
$0
$30,404
Non-Billable Expenses
Housing
$6,000
$6,000
$2,400
$14,400
Food
$3,606
$3,606
$1,443
$8,655
Books & Supplies
$1,557
$80
$50
$1,687
Transportation
$1,088
$1,088
$1,813
$3,989
Personal Allowances
$3,475
$3,345
$930
$7,750
Total Non-Billable Expenses
$15,726
$14,119
$6,636
$36,481
Total Cost of Attendance (COA)
$30,928
$29,321
$6,636
$66,885
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Review the table below for your estimated costs as an Off Campus Florida or Non-Florida resident for the academic year.
Florida Resident
Off-campusFall 26
Spring 27
Total for Current Academic Year
Billable Expenses
Tuition & Fees
$11,048
$10,548
$21,596
Total Billable Expenses
$11,048
$10,548
$21,596
Non-Billable Expenses
Housing
$6,000
$6,000
$12,000
Food
$3,606
$3,606
$7,212
Books & Supplies
$356
$80
$436
Transportation
$1,088
$2,674
$3,762
Personal Allowances
$3,475
$3,345
$6,820
Total Non-Billable Expenses
$14,525
$15,705
$30,230
Total Cost of Attendance (COA)
$25,573
$26,253
$51,826
Non-Florida Resident
Off-campusFall 26
Spring 27
Total for Current Academic Year
Billable Expenses
Tuition & Fees
$15,702
$15,202
$30,904
Total Billable Expenses
$15,702
$15,202
$30,904
Non-Billable Expenses
Housing
$6,000
$6,000
$12,000
Food
$3,606
$3,606
$7,212
Books & Supplies
$356
$80
$436
Transportation
$1,088
$2,674
$3,762
Personal Allowances
$3,475
$3,345
$6,820
Total Non-Billable Expenses
$14,525
$15,705
$30,230
Total Cost of Attendance (COA)
$30,227
$30,907
$61,134
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Students whose actual educational expenses exceed standard Cost of Attendance allowances due to documented special circumstances may contact the USF Health Office of Financial Aid to discuss available review options. Dependent child care expenses may also be considered with appropriate documentation.
Additional information regarding Professional Judgment requests is available on the Professional Judgment for Special Circumstances webpage.