Graduate
Explaining the Costs
Here is a breakdown of the costs of a Saint Francis education. Figuring out what your education will cost and how to pay for it can feel daunting at first. We try to make the process as straightforward and transparent as possible. Know that there are always people and resources to help.
Graduate Students
Tuition and Fees
| Item | 2026-27 Academic Year Rate | 2027-2028 Academic Year Rate |
| Tuition: MBA, MHA, MAE and Transition to Teaching per credit hour | $580 | $600 |
| Tuition: MSN per semester | $5,226 | $5,226 |
| Tuition: Physician Assistant Studies per semester (includes semester and technology fees) | $18,375 | $18,925 |
| Semester Fee (1-5 hours) | $140 | $145 |
| Semester Fee (6-8 hours) | $190 | $195 |
| Semester Fee (9-11 hours) | $235 | $240 |
| Semester Fee (12+ hours) | $290 | $300 |
| Summer Session Fee | $110 | $115 |
| Technology Fee – Full-time per semester | $375 | $385 |
| Technology Fee – Part-time per credit hour | $35 | $40 |
| Program | 2026-27 Academic Year Semester Cost | 2027-2028 Academic Year Semester Cost |
| Clinical Health Sciences Technology Fee | $260 | $265 |
| Graduate Education Clinical Internship Fee | $620 | $640 |
| Graduate Education Clinical Practicum Fee | $410 | $420 |
| Physician Assistant Studies and Doctor of Medical Science Program Deposit* | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Physician Assistant Studies | $1,080 | $1,115 |
| Item | 2026-27 Academic Year Semester Cost or Course Cost | 2027-2028 Academic Year Semester Cost or Course Cost |
| Audit Fee | $395 (per credit hour) | $405 |
| Credit by Exam | $30 (per credit hour) | $35 |
| Directed Study Fee | $110 (per credit hour) | $115 |
| Health Sciences—Magnetic Badge | $11 | $11 |
| Health Sciences—PIN Badge | $9.50 | $9.50 |
| Incomplete Thesis—Masters | $515 | $530 |
| Independent Study Fee | $110 (per credit hour) | $115 |
| Late Payment Fee | $50 (monthly during semester) | $50 (monthly during semester) |
| Lost Key Fee | $25 | $25 |
| NSF Check Fee | $35 | $35 |
| Payment Plan Enrollment Fee | $35 | $35 |
| Pope John Paul II Center Lockers | $25 | $25 |
| Prior Learning Assessment Fee | $75 (per credit hour) | $80 (per credit hour) |
| Professional Nursing Fee | $35 | $40 |
| Residential Council Fee | $10 | $10 |
| Senior Citizen Tuition Rate* | $395 (per credit hour) | $405 (per credit hour) |
| SF OneCard—copy/print per page (B&W) | $0.05 | $0.05 |
| SF OneCard—copy/print per page (color) | $0.25 | $0.25 |
| SF OneCard—replacement | $10 | $10 |
| Teacher Licensure—per class | $775 | $795 |
| Transcript Fee | $25 | $30 |
Cost of Attendance
The following information can help you plan for your Saint Francis education. These costs are used by the Office of Student Financial Services to determine maximum borrowing and overall need. Exact costs will vary according to:
- Students’ status: graduate, undergraduate, full-time, part-time
- Meal plan options
- Residential housing selection (there are no residential options for graduate students)
- Program and/or course fees
Cost of Attendance Sheet
Cost of Attendance From Previous Years
Review a detailed breakdown of tuition and fees for Saint Francis from the previous academic year. Explore last year’s cost of attendance:
Contact Us
Office of Student Financial Services
Welcome Center
San Damiano Hall (North Campus)
Phone: 260-399-8003
Email: finaid@sf.edu
Hours
Monday – Friday:
8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.