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Graduate Tuition and Fees

For cost of attendance details see Financial Aid.

Program	Cost Per Credit	Total Credit Hours	Estimated Program Total (subject to annual increases)
Doctor of Nursing Practice	$ 1,383	32	$ 44,256
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nurse Anesthesia	$ 1,577	90	$ 141,930
Master of Accountancy	$ 1,199*	30	$ 35,970*
Master of Arts in Community and Organizational Leadership	$ 835	35	$ 29,225
Master of Arts in Teaching	$ 835	Based upon selected program option	$ 37,575 for 45 credits
Master of Business Administration	$ 1,680*	32-37	$ 53,760-$ 62,160*
Master of Business Administration in Technology Commercialization	$ 1,680*	32-37	$ 53,760-$ 62,160*
Master of Education	$ 835	32	$ 26,720
Master of Public Health	$ 1,221	45	$ 59,945
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling	$ 997	61	$ 60,817
Master of Science in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner	$ 1,383	42	$ 58,086
Master of Arts in Community Organizing and Social Activism	$1,154*	33-36 (program always charges for 36 credits)	See chart below*
Master of Arts in International Development and Service	$1,154*	33-36 (program always charges for 36 credits)	See chart below*

*Programs with Fixed Pricing

Master of Accountancy

Students enrolling in the MAcc program during the 2025-2026 academic year will pay $1,199 per credit hour. A total of 30 credit hours are required to complete the program for a total of $35,970. Pricing for this program is all inclusive (includes all course materials) and fixed for five years once enrolled so long as the student stays active in the program (i.e., by taking no more than one semester off).

Any additional undergraduate courses required to meet prerequisites will be billed at the undergraduate tuition rate.
Book fees are allocations from tuition, not in addition to tuition.

Master of Business Administration

Students enrolling in the MBA and MBATC programs during the 2025-2026 academic year will pay $1,680 per credit hour. A total of 32-37 credit hours is required to complete the program for a total of $53,760-$62,160. Tuition includes all programs costs including books, access to all program functions, and a required international trip. The tuition price will remain fixed for five years, as long as the student progresses satisfactorily (i.e., by taking no more than one semester off).

Tuition is charged each semester based upon the number of credits taken.
Tuition for the semester is due the first day of the semester.
Tuition for any classes that are added after that day will be due the same day that the class is added.
Any additional undergraduate courses will be billed at the undergraduate rate.
Book and trip fees are allocations from tuition, not in addition to tuition.

Master of Arts in Community Organizing & Social Activism and International Development & Service

Students enrolling in either IPSL Global Engagement program during the 2025-2026 academic year have the option to choose between two formats: three semesters away and one semester at home (3 + 1), or two semesters away and two semesters at home (2 + 2). A total of 28-38 credit hours is required to complete the program. Prices for both programs are inclusive of 36 credits of tuition (9 credits per term regardless of actual credits enrolled), room & board, and study abroad/home semester fees and are fixed with continuous enrollment for four semesters. Total program costs are displayed below:

Format	Tuition	Room and Board	Study Abroad/ Home Term Fees	Program Total
3+1 COSA or IDS 3 semesters abroad + 1 semester home	$ 1,154 x 9 credits = $ 10,386/semester x 4 = $41,544	$ 6,175/semester x 3 = $ 18,525 3 semesters away must be completed first.	$ 7,720/semester x 3 = $ 23,160 (includes 4 flights) and $300 home semester course fee.	$ 83,529
2+2 COSA or IDS 2 semesters abroad + 2 semesters home	$ 1,154 x 9 credits = $ 10,386/semester x 4 = $ 41,544	$ 6,175/semester x 2 = $ 12,350	$ 7,720/semester x 2 = $ 15,440 (includes 3 flights and $ 300 home semester course fee x 2 = $ 600	$ 69,934

Graduate Fee

A $15 per credit hour fee is charged for Fall and Spring semesters. A portion of this fee ($7) will cover programming designed to better support the graduate student network and to contribute to graduate commencement. The remaining fee ($8) is a technology fee.

Health, Wellness, and Athletic Center Membership Fee

The membership fee of $13.50/month is optional and would be paid directly to the Dolores Doré Eccles Health, Wellness and Athletic Center.

Auditing Fees

Program	Cost Per Credit
Alumni Audit*	$100 + $50 technology fee (plus any additional course fees; for example ceramics courses require a $250 materials fee per class)
Master of Accountancy	$600 + $8 technology fee
Master of Business Administration	$840 + $8 technology fee
Master of Arts in Community and Organizational Leadership	$413 + $8 technology fee
Master of Education	$418 + $8 technology fee
Master of Public Health	$418 + $8 technology fee

*See Academic Policies and Procedures for more information on alumni audits or contact the Alumni Office for details.

Payment of Tuition and Fees

Tuition, fees, and room and board charges are due in full, on the first day of the semester unless payment arrangements have been made. Students registering late must pay in full when they register. The university reserves the right to grant or deny financing for any student based on his or her credit worthiness. In addition, the university reserves the right to cancel the registration of any student who fails to comply with all terms of his or her financial obligation with the university. Additional information on this policy is available in the Student Account Services Office. Statements of credits, certificates of graduation, or transcripts are issued only to students who are current in their obligations with the university. All outstanding charges are due and payable at the time students leave the university.

Tuition Reviews

Late Withdrawal for Unusual or Extenuating Circumstances

Students sometimes face unusual or extenuating circumstances that prevent them from finishing a course or semester or otherwise complying with institutional deadlines. A Review Committee meets monthly to examine petitions made by students regarding retroactive record changes (e.g., medical withdrawal) and/or full or partial charges of tuition and fees. A student's petition, which includes a detailed letter and appropriate documentation of the unusual or extenuating circumstances, can be submitted to the Registrar's Office (Bamberger Hall, Upper Floor or registrar@westminsteru.edu). A form and specific instructions are available on the Registrar’s Office website.

All petitions must be submitted within six weeks after the end of the semester in question. Absent serious extenuating circumstances, requests submitted beyond six weeks after the end of the semester will not be considered. Because tuition insurance is recommended, petitions for removal of tuition charges are rarely approved even if the committee decides to approve a change to the academic record. If a petition for refund is granted, changes will be made retroactive only to the last date of attendance, and tuition charges will be adjusted according to Westminster University's posted refund schedule found on the Student Account Services webpage. Reevaluation by the student's physician or counselor may be required prior to re-enrollment.

Following these guidelines, the Review Committee will either approve or deny all petitions. A student who thinks there has been unfair bias or encountered a procedural error made by this committee may appeal it in writing within ten calendar days to an Appeals Committee chaired by the Vice President for Finance and Administration. The decision reached by this committee is final.

NOTE: The Review Committee cannot change rules regarding the amount of federal financial aid that must be returned when a student does not fulfill program requirements. Students are encouraged to read "Withdrawing and Its Effect on Financial Aid" section in the academic catalog and call or visit the Financial Aid Office to determine specific implications for anticipated registration changes. In many cases, if a student withdraws from classes both the federal and institutional financial aid award may be adjusted and all unpaid tuition resulting from the cancellation will become due immediately.

Tuition Refund Schedule

This refund schedule applies to regular credit-bearing courses, but excludes IPSL and other trip-based courses.

Fall Semester	Percent
08/20/25 - 08/29/25	100%
08/30/25 - 09/05/25	80%
09/06/25 - 09/12/25	60%
09/13/25 - 09/19/25	30%
After 09/19/25	0%

Spring Semester	Percent
01/20/26 - 01/28/26	100%
01/29/26 - 02/04/26	80%
02/05/26 - 02/11/26	60%
02/12/26 - 02/18/26	30%
After 02/18/26	0%

Summer Term - First Four Weeks aka May Term	Percent
05/18/26 - 05/26/26	100%
05/27/26 - 06/02/26	50%
06/03/26 - 06/09/26	25%
After 06/10/26	0%

Summer - Full Twelve Weeks	Percent
05/18/26 - 05/26/26	100%
05/27/26 - 06/02/26	80%
06/03/26 - 06/09/26	60%
06/10/26 - 06/16/26	30%
After 06/16/26	0%

Summer - Final Eight Weeks	Percent
06/16/26 – 06/22/26	100%
06/23/26 – 06/29/26	80%
06/30/26 – 07/06/26	60%
07/07/26 – 07/13/26	30%
After 07/13/26	0%

*For summer courses not conforming to the posted refund schedules, please contact Student Account Services.

Tuition Insurance

All students except those in IPSL Global Engagement programs will be automatically enrolled in a tuition insurance program through A.W.G. Dewar, Inc., and charged 1.1% of their tuition and fees (including room and board) for Fall and Spring semesters unless they choose to waive this coverage.

Many Westminster students encounter unexpected physical or mental health challenges each year. This coverage provides students and their families needed protection for their educational investment. Westminster students with tuition insurance are eligible for a 75% refund should they face injury, sickness, or mental health issues that result in withdrawing from all of their fall or spring courses. Students and families who do not want tuition insurance will need to complete a waiver each year to opt out of this coverage.

Westminster strongly encourages families to participate in tuition insurance to prevent the stresses of an all-too-common scenario: a student will experience an unexpected physical or mental tragedy, withdraw from courses, and be obligated to pay tuition. Tuition insurance allows the student to focus on their recovery and return to their studies.

Health and Accident Insurance

Students are encouraged to carry health and accident insurance. Many plans carry students on their parents' coverage if they are 26 years of age or younger. Westminster’s website has a list of many plans, as there are different options and rates available to students. Cost may vary somewhat due to the student's age. Please contact the Office of Student Life for more information. All international students and student athletes attending Westminster University are required to carry insurance coverage. Students admitted to the nursing program are required to provide evidence of health insurance coverage. All students traveling on a university trip (May Term, Retreats, Conferences, Study Abroad, etc.) must also show proof of insurance.

In addition, the following website link provides useful information regarding insurance options for university students. Topics covered include the industry as a whole, the Affordable Care Act, Medicaid, and healthcare for the uninsured:

Understanding Health Insurance for College Students and Young Adults

The following list provides some resources to review health insurance options that may be available to you.