Online Master of Science
Tuition
As a land-grant university, we aim to make our programs as affordable as possible. As you take your next giant leap into graduate school, view a breakdown of program costs below.
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Tuition Costs
| Uniformed services members and U.S. federal employees | In-state and out-of-state residents | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost per credit hour | $250 | $633 |
| Total credit hours | 30 | 30 |
| Total degree cost* | $7,500 | $18,990 |
*The cost of attending Purdue University varies depending on where you choose to live, enrollment in a specific program or college, food and travel expenses and other variables. The Office of the Bursar website shows estimated costs for the current aid year for students by semester and academic year. These amounts are used in determining a student’s estimated eligibility for financial aid. You can also use our tuition calculator to estimate tuition costs.
*Eligibility for this tuition benefit is available to employees of the U.S. federal government, including members of the uniformed services and civilian employees of federal departments or agencies. Students will be asked to self-certify this statement.
Financial assistance
There are financial assistance options to help defray the costs of enrolling in a graduate program. These include Stafford loans, Graduate PLUS loans, military programs and loans from private lenders. Through the myPurdue system, you can monitor your financial aid funding and make sure the proper payments are made in a timely fashion.
Purdue Bursar’s Office
The Purdue Office of the Bursar provides options for payment of fees such as installment plans and third-party payments. Visit the Office of the Bursar for more details.
I certify that I am currently employed by the U.S. federal government, either as a member of the uniformed services or as a civilian employee of a federal department or agency and therefore meet the eligibility requirements for this tuition benefit. I understand that I must notify Purdue University if my employment status changes. If I am later found ineligible, or if I do not report changes in eligibility, Purdue University may adjust my tuition to the appropriate rate and may seek repayment of any retroactive tuition adjustments, including late fees and/or collection costs if permitted by applicable law and university policy. Purdue University retains the right to seek official verification of employment as needed throughout my participation in the tuition discount program.