Graduate Tuition and Fees Information

Graduate tuition and fees and e-tuition/online tuition and fees reflect university fees and tuition only. Select departments may require additional program or laboratory fees. For Premium and Executive/Premier program costs, please scroll down.

Below is a list of the Fall 2024, Spring 2025, and Summer 2025 Tuition and Fees:

RESIDENT CREDIT HOURS  MATRICULATION FEES STUDENT FEES TOTAL
1 $303.00 $624.00 $927.00
2 $606.00 $624.00 $1,230.00
3 $909.00 $624.00 $1,533.00
4 $1,212.00 $624.00 $1,836.00
5 $1,515.00 $624.00 $2,139.00
6 $1,818.00 $624.00 $2,442.00
7 $2,121.00 $624.00 $2,745.00
8 $2,424.00 $624.00 $3,048.00
9 $2,727.00 $624.00 $3,351.00
10 $3,030.00 $624.00 $3,654.00
11 $3,333.00 $624.00 $3,957.00
12 $3,634.00 $624.00 $4,258.00
NON-RESIDENT CREDIT HOURS  MATRICULATION FEES STUDENT FEES TOTAL
1 $1,119.00 $624.00 $1,743.00
2 $2,238.00 $624.00 $2,862.00
3 $3,357.00 $624.00 $3,981.00
4 $4,476.00 $624.00 $5,100.00
5 $5,595.00 $624.00 $6,219.00
6 $6,714.00 $624.00 $7,338.00
7 $7,833.00 $624.00 $8,457.00
8 $8,952.00 $624.00 $9,576.00
9 $10,071.00 $624.00 $10,695.00
10 $11,190.00 $624.00 $11,814.00
11 $12,309.00 $624.00 $12,933.00
12 $13,428.00 $624.00 $14,052.00
For graduate students taking only online courses.
ONLINE (E-TUITION) MATRICULATION FEES STUDENT FEES TOTAL
1 $393.00 $340.00 $733.00
2 $786.00 $340.00 $1,126.00
3 $1,179.00 $340.00 $1,519.00
4 $1,572.00 $340.00 $1,912.00
5 $1,965.00 $340.00 $2,305.00
6 $2,358.00 $340.00 $2,698.00
7 $2,751.00 $340.00 $3,091.00
8 $3,144.00 $340.00 $3,484.00
9 $3,537.00 $340.00 $3,877.00
10 $3,930.00 $340.00 $4,270.00
11 $4,323.00 $340.00 $4,663.00
12 $4,716.00 $340.00 $5,056.00

For students taking only online courses.
(Fee waivers do not apply if students register for on-campus or hybrid courses.)

*Students who live in on-campus housing will be charged full mandatory fees*

*For a more accurate breakdown of your tuition and other student fees, please contact program’s
department or the

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CREDIT HOURS MATRICULATION FEES STUDENT FEES TOTAL
1 $1,141.00 $624.00 $1,765.00
2 $2,282.00 $624.00 $2,906.00
3 $3,423.00 $624.00 $4,047.00
4 $4,564.00 $624.00 $5,188.00
5 $5,705.00 $624.00 $6,329.00
6 $6,846.00 $624.00 $7,470.00
7 $7,987.00 $624.00 $8,611.00
8 $9,128.00 $624.00 $9,752.00
9 $10,269.00 $624.00 $10,893.00
10 $11,410.00 $624.00 $12,034.00
11 $12,551.00 $624.00 $13,175.00
12 $13,687.00 $624.00 $14,311.00

 

Cost of Attendance

Student Fees Explanation

IN-STATE, OUT-OF-STATE FEE DESCRIPTION FEE
Activity Fee $46.00
Athletic Fee $211.00
Health Fee $51.00
Parking Fee $30.00
Rec Center Fee $92.00
Sports and Recreation Parks Fee $81.00
Technology Fee $55.00
Transportation Fee $55.00
Wellness Fee $3.00
Total  $624.00

 

E-TUITION (ONLINE)FEES FEE
Online Learner Fee 340.00
For students taking only online courses. (Fee waivers do not apply if students register for on-campus or hybrid courses.)
*Students who live in on-campus housing will be charged full mandatory fees*

*For a more accurate breakdown of your tuition and other student fees, please contact program’s department or the

Tuition and Fee Exceptions

The following programs do not follow the regular graduate tuition and fees:

Differential Tuition Rate Programs APPROX. COST OF PROGRAM
Master of Business Administration (MBA)  
Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics (MSPO)  
WebMBA $25,210—Includes up-front $800 orientation fee (Tuition is subject to change.) Details are available from the Program Coordinator  
EXECUTIVE/PREMIER PRICED PROGRAMS APPROX. COST OF PROGRAM
Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) Details are available from the EMBA Program Coordinator
Master of Accounting (MAcc) Details are available from the MAcc Program Coordinator
Master of Science in Healthcare Management and Informatics (MSHMI)

Details are available from the MSHMI Program Coordinator

Ph.D. in Business Administration Details are available from the Ph.D. in Business Administration Program Coordinator

In-State vs. Non-Resident Tuition Differences

You may register as an In-State student upon showing that you have been a legal resident of Georgia for a period of at least 12-months preceding the date of registration. To see if you qualify as an In-State resident of Georgia, check the .

If you need more information about tuition differences or an Out-of-State Tuition Waiver, please visit the links below.

Graduate students in class

Applying for Financial Aid

If you are thinking about applying to a graduate program at KSU, you should complete the so that potential sources of financial aid can be identified for you. You should complete the FAFSA about the same time that you complete the Graduate Application for Admissions.

FAFSA Deadline

Fall
March 1st

Spring
August 1st

Summer
January 1st

Types of Financial Aid

You must be fully accepted in order to qualify for any student financial aid. If you are accepted pending official documentation or provisionally/conditionally accepted, you will not qualify for financial aid.

Additionally, you must be in a degree seeking program to qualify for financial aid. Non-degree programs, such as certificate programs or teacher certification add-on programs, may not qualify for financial aid according to federal guidelines. For the most up to date information, check with the Office of Student Financial Aid.

  • There is a "window" of opportunity to apply for scholarships. That window usually opens around late November and closes in early March. KSU's Scholarship website includes a list of scholarships specifically for graduate students.

    • Go to 
    • Click on "Apply now"
    • Click on "Search Scholarships"
    • Category Search (click on the box with the + sign)
    • In the Class box, select Graduate from list
    • Scroll to the bottom and click Search
  • Graduate students are eligible for the following loan programs:

    Stafford unsubsidized for $20,500 for an academic year.

    Gradplus Loans offers an amount that is the cost of education less any other financial aid (loans, scholarships etc) that the student is receiving for the year/semester. Additionally, repayment begins when the student graduates or ceases half-time enrollment.

  •  (Volunteers in Service to America) members serve full-time for a year at nonprofit organizations or local government agencies to build the capacity of these organizations to carry out programs that alleviate poverty. After one-year of service VISTA qualify for the Segal Education Award (valued at approximately $6,000) to pay for a range of education expenses.
  • A Graduate Research Assistant works with a faculty member on a specific research project for a certain number of hours each week. In exchange, the GRA is granted a tuition fee waiver and provided a stipend. See the  for more details.

Emergency Assistance

Circumstances beyond your control can sometimes change quickly. We understand that hardships (such as an accident, illness, or other unforeseen circumstances) can bring significant stress and impact on your ability to succeed while working on a challenging degree at ÈâÈ⴫ý.

CARE Services Emergency Assistance Program is here to help whether you need financial assistance or other types of assistance. We are committed to your success and are ready to support you as you overcome challenges during your educational pursuits at KSU.