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GRADUATE ADMISSION

Tuition

Tuition for the first and second years may vary based on number of units completed in each year. Second-year tuition is the number of units multiplied by the new tuition rate for that year.

Tuition for 2023-24 Academic Year

Program Cost Per Unit Estimated First-Year Tuition * Second-Year Units
Applied Economics $1,615 $29,070
18 units
18 units
Asia Pacific Studies $1,615 $25,840
16 units
12 units  
Biology $1,615 $0
12 units ***
12 units
Biotechnology $1,615 $27,455
17 units
19 units
Chemistry $1,615 $0
12 units ***
12 units
Computer Science $1,615 $25,840
16 units
20 units
Computer Science Bridge $1,615 $35,530
22 units
18 units ****
Data Science ** $1,615 $51,680
32 units
3 units
Energy Systems Management $1,615 $25,840
16 units
18 units
Environmental Management $1,615 $25,840
16 units
14 units
International and Development Economics $1,615 $29,070
18 units
18 units
International Studies $1,615 $32,300
20 units
14 units
Migration Studies $1,615 $27,455
17 units
14 units
Museum Studies $1,615 $32,300
20 units
12 units
Professional Communication $1,615 $25,840
16 units
16 units
Public Leadership $1,615 $25,840
16 units
16 units
Sport Management $1,615 $24,225
15 units
21 units
Urban and Public Affairs $1,615 $29,070
18 units
15 units
Writing (MFA) $1,615 $25,840
16 units
16 units

* Tuition costs per year are estimates only; costs may vary based on actual enrollment in classes.

** Tuition for Data Science is an estimate based on 32 units for the first academic year of study. Total tuition cost (35 units) is $56,525 for 2023-2024, which includes 3 units in the second academic year (Summer 2024). In addition to tuition, a one-time $500 student activity fee is charged by the MS in Data Science program.

*** Biology and Chemistry offer full-tuition scholarships.

**** Computer Science Bridge has a third year of studies (20 units).

Associated Graduate Students of USF (AGSUSF)

The $35 AGSUSF fee is applied each fall and spring semester for a total annual fee of $70. This fee funds activities and events of the Associated Graduate Students.

Health Insurance

The USF health insurance policy is required for graduate students, unless if a student is covered by equivalent insurance coverage.

USF health insurance is charged for fall (Aug 1 - Dec 31) and spring (Jan 1 - Jul 31). It is not charged or required for students who start their program in the summer until the fall enrollment period begins August 1.

Waiver Policy & Process

Payment

Student Accounts Office in Student Enrollment Services administers payment policies, billing, methods of payment, payment plans, and refunds.

Payment Plans