Graduate and Doctoral Educational Cost
2020-2021
Tuition by College/School (cost per unit)
| Masters | Doctoral | |
|---|---|---|
| College of Arts and Sciences | $1,555 | |
| Kroc School | $1,200 | |
| Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering | $1,250 | |
| School of business | ||
| MBA Program | $1,565 | |
| MS in Executive Leadership | $1,885 | |
| School of Nursing and Health Sciences | $1,580 | $1,620 |
| School of Leadership and Education Sciences | $1,509 | $1,555 |
| Professional and Continuing Education | ||
| MS in Cyber Security Operations and Leadership | $925 | |
| MS Health Care Informatics | $1,580 | |
| Online Programs |
* Auditing a course is $160 per credit hour.
Student Fees (cost per semester)
| Masters | Doctoral | |
|---|---|---|
|
Health Insurance: Full time students (*2019-2020 premium) The insurance premium for 2019-2020 is $3,032 for 12 months of comprehensive coverage. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/healthinsurance. *Disclaimer: All insurance coverage is subject to applicable state form and rate filing approval and, once approved to the terms of the Master Policy. We have not yet received approval from the state insurance department for the 2020-2021 benefits and rates described in this document. As part of the approval process, the State may require us to make changes to the benefits and/or rates. We will notify you if that happens. |
$1,516 |
$1,516 |
| Student Wellness Fee | $170 | $170 |
| Student Association Fee: 0-3 units | $11 | $11 |
| Student Association Fee: 3.5-6.5 units | $21 | $21 |
| Student Association Fee: More than 6.5 units | $32 | $32 |
| Student Association Fee: Summer/Intersession | $2/unit | $2/unit |
| Student Life Pavilion Fee | $35 | $35 |
Note: All tuition and fees are subject to change. This information is accurate as of February 2020.
2020/2021 Estimated Cost of Living Expenses for Graduate Students
(Based on nine month academic year.)
The below amounts are the average cost of living budgeted for a graduate student living off-campus for academic year 2020-2021. Tuition and student fees are charged per unit based on the degree program.
| Off-campus Room and Board (not living with parent/relative) | $16,580 |
| Personal Necessities | $3,784 |
| Transportation | $858 |
| Books and Supplies (based on 9 units/semester) | $810 |
Deposits
| School/Program | Masters | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|
| College of Arts and Sciences | ||
| MA International Relations | $200 | |
| MS Environmental and Ocean Sciences | $100 | |
| MFA in Dramatic Arts | waived | |
| School of Business | ||
| MBA Program | $1,000 | |
| MS in Real Estate | $1,000 | |
| MS in Supply Chain Management | $1,000 | |
| MS in Executive Leadership | $1,000 | |
| MS in Accountancy | $1,000 | |
| MS in Finance | $1,000 | |
| MS in Taxation | $1,000 | |
| MS in Business Analytics | $1,000 | |
| MS in Global Leadership | $1,000 | |
| Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering | ||
| MS in Cyber Security Engineering | $0 | |
| Nursing | ||
| Master's Entry Program in Nursing (MEPN) | $1,000 | |
| MS Nursing | $500 | |
| PHD Nursing | $500 | |
| Post-Master's Certificate | $500 | |
| Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) | $500 | |
| Dual Degree Programs | $500 | |
| Kroc School | ||
| MA in Peace and Justice | $200 | |
| MS in Conflict Management and Resolution | $200 | |
| MA in Social Innovation | $200 | |
| School of Leadership and Education Sciences | ||
| PhD Leadership Studies | $500 | |
| PhD in Education for Social Justice | $500 | |
| MA Nonprofit Leadership and Management | $200 | |
| MA Education Online | $0 | |
| All other programs | $200 | |
| Professional and Continuing Education | ||
| MS in Law Enforcement and Public Safety Leadership | $0 | |
| MS in Cyber Security Operations and Leadership | $0 | |
Other university services to consider in total cost of attendance
- On-campus housing: View the Residential Life website for on-campus housing options and pricing.
- Meal plans: View the Dining Services website for meal plan options and pricing.
- Parking Permits: View the Parking Services website for permit types and pricing.
2019-2020
Tuition by College/School (cost per unit)
| Masters | Doctoral | |
|---|---|---|
| College of Arts and Sciences | $1,525 | |
| Kroc School | $1,200 | |
| Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering | $1,250 | |
|
School of Business (Standard)
|
$1,520 $1,520 $1,795 |
|
| School of Nursing and Health Sciences | $1,535 | $1,570 |
| School of Leadership and Education Sciences | $1,465 | $1,510 |
* Auditing a course is $160 per credit hour.
Student Fees (cost per semester)
| Masters | Doctoral | |
|---|---|---|
|
Health Insurance: Full time students The insurance premium for 2019-2020 is $3,032 for 12 months of comprehensive coverage. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/healthinsurance. Disclaimer: All insurance coverage is subject to applicable state form and rate filing approval and, once approved to the terms of the Master Policy. We have not yet received approval from the state insurance department for the 2019-2020 benefits and rates described in this document. As part of the approval process, the State may require us to make changes to the benefits and/or rates. We will notify you if that happens. |
$1,516 |
$1,516 |
| Student Wellness Fee | $170 | $170 |
| Student Association Fee: 0-3 units | $11 | $11 |
| Student Association Fee: 3.5-6.5 units | $21 | $21 |
| Student Association Fee: More than 6.5 units | $32 | $32 |
| Student Association Fee: Summer/Intersession | $2/unit | $2/unit |
| Student Life Pavilion Fee | $35 | $35 |
Note: All tuition and fees are subject to change. This information is accurate as of February 2019.
Deposits
| School/Program | Masters | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|
| College of Arts and Sciences | ||
| MA International Relations | $200 | |
| MS Environmental and Ocean Sciences | $100 | |
| MFA in Dramatic Arts | waived | |
| School of Business | ||
| MBA Program | $1,000 | |
| MS in Real Estate | $1,000 | |
| MS in Supply Chain Management | $1,000 | |
| MS in Executive Leadership | $1,000 | |
| MS in Accountancy | $1,000 | |
| MS in Finance | $1,000 | |
| MS in Taxation | $1,000 | |
| MS in Business Analytics | $1,000 | |
| MS in Global Leadership | $1,000 | |
| Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering | ||
| MS in Cyber Security Engineering | $0 | |
| Nursing | ||
| Master's Entry Program in Nursing (MEPN) | $1,000 | |
| MS Nursing | $500 | |
| PHD Nursing | $500 | |
| Post-Master's Certificate | $500 | |
| Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) | $500 | |
| Dual Degree Programs | $500 | |
| Kroc School | ||
| MA in Peace and Justice | $200 | |
| MS in Conflict Management and Resolution | $200 | |
| MA in Social Innovation | $200 | |
| School of Leadership and Education Sciences | ||
| PhD Leadership Studies | $500 | |
| PhD in Education for Social Justice | $500 | |
| MA Nonprofit Leadership and Management | $200 | |
| MA Education Online | $0 | |
| All other programs | $200 | |
| Professional and Continuing Education | ||
| MS in Law Enforcement and Public Safety Leadership | $0 | |
| MS in Cyber Security Operations and Leadership | $0 | |
Other university services to consider in total cost of attendance
- On-campus housing: View the Residential Life website for on-campus housing options and pricing.
- Meal plans: View the Dining Services website for meal plan options and pricing.
- Parking Permits: View the Parking Services website for permit types and pricing.