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Graduate Programs Cost Guide
The costs below are estimates based on current economic conditions. An increase of approximately 5-7% for each succeeding academic year should be anticipated.
This cost guide is created for the purposes of acquiring a visa.
| Type | Costs: 2 Semesters | Costs: 1 Summer |
|---|---|---|
|
Tuition* (9 credits/semester) |
$33,588 |
|
|
Mandatory Fees |
$430 |
|
|
Room |
$15,544 |
$5,181 |
|
Board |
$4,914 |
$1,638 |
|
Books |
$1,650 |
|
|
Health Insurance** |
$2,178 |
|
|
Transportation |
$1,812 |
$604 |
|
Personal |
$1,440 |
$480 |
|
TOTAL |
$69,459 |
|
Tuition and Fees
*This cost guide is created for the purposes of acquiring a visa. In case your academic program requires more than 18 credits enrollment for the academic year, the cost per credit hour for Academic Year 2022-2023 is $1,866.
** Health insurance fees reflect 2022-2023 costs. Please refer to the Student Health Center web site for more information.