Medical Assistant Tuition
Price of First Semester
Your program consists of four semesters. You must complete a separate re-enrollment application for each semester. The tuition is up to $79 per credit for all semesters. The Medical Assistant A.S. Degree consists of 60 credits (Semester One: 14 credits, Semester Two: 16 credits, Semester Three: 15 credits, Semester Four: 15 credits). Penn Foster College reserves the right to adjust the tuition and fees in subsequent semesters. In addition, a non-refundable shipping and handling fee of $65 for each semester will be charged.
California residents please click here for Required California Disclosures.
* The Final Semester at No Cost promotion does not include any practicum or resident lab training fees. To qualify for this offer, A.S. and B.A.S. degree students must complete and pay in full for at least 30 Penn Foster credits and B.S. degree students must complete and pay in full for at least 60 Penn Foster credits prior to the final semester.
Call 1-800-275-4410
to speak with an admissions specialist
Included In Your Tuition
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Voucher for Certification
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Certification Prep Materials
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Student Community
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Mobile-Friendly Coursework
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Learning and Study Materials
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Goal Setting-Progress-Tracking Tools
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Unlimited Student Support
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Career Services
Transfer Credits
To have previous Medical Assistant coursework considered for transfer credits, contact the college you attended and request for your official transcript(s) to be sent to Penn Foster College for evaluation.
- Minimum grade of "C" required for transfer credit.
- Approved transfer credits will be deducted from your tuition.
Read more about Penn Foster College's credit transfer policy.
Payment Methods
- Visa, Discover, MasterCard or American Express
- PayPal
- Checks
- Money orders
- Authorized automatic withdrawals from checking and savings accounts from U.S. banks
Refund Policy
At Penn Foster, we continue to develop new ways to expand and improve student satisfaction. However, if you are not satisfied or can no longer continue your studies, we offer a generous refund policy. If you cancel within the first 6 days of enrollment you will receive a full refund. After the first 6 days your refund amount will be based on:
- Lessons completed
- Tuition collected
- Enrollment date
For more information, visit Penn Foster College's refund policy page.
Learn even more by viewing a sample enrollment agreement.
Military Benefits
Many Penn Foster programs are approved for veteran’s education benefits. Reservists may also qualify for veteran’s education benefits. If you think you may be eligible or would like more information, you can check with your local or regional VA office, or call Penn Foster at 1-888-427-2900 to speak with a VA Support Specialist.
If you are interested in using your MyCAA benefits, please call 1-800-238-9554 to speak to an Admissions Specialist for more information or to enroll.