Explore tuition, scholarships and financial aid available at the University of San Diego's Knauss School of Business.
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Tuition for Undergraduate Degrees
For a detailed breakdown of USD's undergraduate tuition and additional student costs including university fees, housing, and meal plans, visit USD’s Torero Hub.
Tuition for Graduate Business Programs
Below is an estimation of the total graduate tuition by program, based on the 2026-27 tuition rate of $1,790 per unit. All tuition and fees are subject to change each academic year, so total tuition may change for multi-year programs. For a more detailed breakdown of tuition, fees and other student costs, visit USD’s Torero Hub.
| Program | Total Credits | Estimated Total Program Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Full-Time MBA | 45 units | $80,550 |
| Part-Time MBA | 45 units | $80,550 |
| Flex MBA | 45 units | $80,550 |
| MS in Accountancy | 30 units | $53,700 |
| MS in Business Analytics | 36 units | $64,440 |
| MS in Finance | 33 units | $59,070 |
| MS in Real Estate | 32 units | $57,280 |
| MS in Supply Chain Management | 33 units | $59,070 |
| MS in Taxation | 30 units | $53,700 |
Undergraduate Business Student Scholarships
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Value | Must Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brennan Endowed Scholarship |
Must be a junior or senior USD student with a declared business major. Recipients commit to a minimum of 12 hours per semester of documented extracurricular engagement, leadership, internship, and/or involvement with a local, regional, or national not-for-profit or community outreach organization. Opens Spring 2026. Click here to apply. |
Up to $9,500, which may be split among multiple candidates | X |
| John Ronchetto Scholarship |
Awarded on the basis of merit to an undergraduate student who exemplifies the qualities of service, ingenuity and dedication to the Knauss school of Business and USD as a whole. Opens Fall 2026. |
Up to $6,450, which may be split among multiple candidates | X |
| Student Veteran Endowed Scholarship |
Must be a U.S. military veteran whose tuition is not fully funded through the VA, the yellow ribbon program, or other scholarship. Opens Fall 2026. |
Up to $5,100, which may be split among multiple candidates | X |
| Knauss School of Business Student Internship Fund |
Must be a USD student with a declared business major who will be participating in a summer internship. The Knauss School of Business Student Internship Fund provides high-quality business learning opportunities to our undergraduate and MBA students by offering grants to help fund students who are participating in a summer internship. |
Grant to help fund summer internships | X |
| Undergraduate Merit Scholarships (Alcala, Trustee, Presidential) | Based on superior academic performance including grades and course selection. Students are automatically considered. Only freshmen are initially considered. If granted, the scholarship can be renewed for up to four years. | $18,000-$25,000 | |
| Hal Gardner Scholarship | Must be a USD student with a declared accounting major and graduated from a Catholic high school within the Diocese of San Diego | X | |
| Haley Takeda Memorial Scholarship Fund |
Must be a USD student with a declared international business major or minor. This scholarship helps make study abroad a more affordable and accessible experience. Opens Spring 2026. Click here to apply. |
$1,500 | X |
| Burnham-Moores Center for Real Estate Scholarships | Must be USD student with a declared real estate major | X | |
| David N. Burt Endowed Scholarship Fund | Must be a declared supply chain management major and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and display a financial need | X | |
| Supply Chain Management Scholarship | For students facing unexpected financial setbacks, must be declared supply chain management majors or minors | X | |
| M&T Foundation's Rising Star Scholarship |
This is a need-based scholarship celebrating Knauss business students who have faced challenges and continue with perseverance toward their goals and excellence in their studies. Opens Fall 2026. |
$2,350 | X |
Graduate Business Student Scholarships
| Scholarship Type | Eligibility | Value | Must Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| BusinessLink Endowed Scholarship |
Graduates who have accomplished extraordinary professional achievements, networking efforts, and career growth since starting their program. Opens Fall 2026. |
Up to $4,125 | X |
| John Ronchetto Scholarship |
Graduate student who exemplifies the qualities of service, ingenuity, and dedication to the Knauss School of Business and USD as a whole. Opens Fall 2026. |
Up to $6,450, which may be split among multiple candidates | X |
| Knauss School of Business Student Internship Fund |
The Knauss School of Business Student Internship Fund provides high-quality business learning opportunities to our MBA students by offering grants to help fund students who are participating in a summer internship. |
Grant to help fund summer internships | X |
| Student Veteran Endowed Scholarship |
Must be a U.S. military veteran whose tuition is not fully funded through the VA, the yellow ribbon program, or other scholarship. Opens Fall 2026. |
Up to $5,100, which may be for one or multiple awards | X |
| Study Abroad Scholarship | Graduate business students participating in a study abroad program | Tuition credits taken abroad are offered at a discounted rate | X |
Scholarships by Graduate Program
MBA
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Value | Must Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dean’s Merit | Awarded based on the strength of your application. Students are automatically considered at time of admission. | Varies | |
| Graduate Assistantship | Must be enrolled in the Full-Time MBA program. Recipients commit to a 40-hour assistantship with a Knauss School faculty member. | $1,200 in tuition reduction | X |
| Knauss School of Business Internship Fund |
MBA students participating in a summer internship. The Knauss School of Business Student Internship Fund provides high-quality business learning opportunities to our undergraduate and MBA students by offering grants to help fund students who are participating in a summer internship. |
Grants to help fund students participating in summer internships | X |
MS in Accountancy/Taxation
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Value | Must Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dean's Merit | Awarded based on the strength of your application. Students are automatically considered at time of admission. | Varies | |
| Graduate Assistantship | Must be enrolled in the MACC or MTAX program. Recipients commit to a 40-hour assistantship with a Knauss School faculty member. | $1,200 in tuition reduction | X |
| Thomas Baxter Memorial Scholarship | Must be enrolled in the MACC or MTAX program |
MS in Business Analytics
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Value | Must Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dean's Merit | Awarded based on the strength of your application. Students are automatically considered at time of admission. | X | |
| Graduate Assistantship | Must be enrolled in the MSBA program. Recipients commit to a 40-hour assistantship with a Knauss School faculty member. | $1,200 in tuition reduction | X |
MS in Finance
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Value | Must Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dean's Merit | Awarded based on the strength of your application. Students are automatically considered at time of admission. | Varies | |
| Graduate Assistantship | Must be enrolled in the MSF program. Recipients commit to a 40-hour assistantship with a Knauss School faculty member. | $1,200 in tuition reduction | X |
MS in Real Estate
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Value | Must Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dean's Merit | Awarded based on the strength of your application. Students are automatically considered at time of admission. | Varies | |
| Graduate Assistantship | Must be enrolled in the MSRE program. Recipients commit to a 40-hour assistantship with a Knauss School faculty member. | $1,200 in tuition reduction | X |
| MSRE Inclusion Scholarship | Women enrolled in the MSRE program | Varies | X |
| Burnham Moores Center for Real Estate Scholarships | Must be enrolled in the MSRE program | $300,000+ available for students | X |
MS in Supply Chain Management
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Value | Must Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dean's Merit | Awarded based on the strength of your application. Students are automatically considered at time of admission. | Varies |