Tuition and Fees
Students who register for a course in this program are assessed tuition and, if applicable, mandatory fees. The program uses the term academic calendar.
Program Tuition
Tuition is assessed at a special per credit rate that does not differentiate between Maryland residents and non-residents. Applies to course sections PGS* (in person) or PLG* (online). The charts also provide an estimated cost for each program.
Master's Programs
- Geospatial Information Sciences, In Person (GEIS)
- Geospatial Information Sciences, Online (GISO)
| Academic Year | 1 Credit | 3 Credits | Estimated: Master's, 30 credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-2024 | $868.00 | $2,604.00 | $26,040.00 |
| 2024-2025 | $903.00 | $2,709.00 | $27,090.00 |
Certificate Programs
- Geospatial Information Sciences, In Person (Z035)
- Geospatial Information Sciences, Online (Z134)
- Remote Sensing, In Person (Z151)
| Academic Year | 1 Credit | 3 Credits | Estimated: Certificate, 12 credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-2024 | $868.00 | $2,604.00 | $10,416.00 |
| 2024-2025 | $903.00 | $2,709.00 | $10,836.00 |
Mandatory Fees
Mandatory fees are assessed according to location, delivery type, and term.
- Campus Fees, Graduate: Assessed based on the total number of registered credits each fall or spring semester/term for any course held on campus. For a breakdown of fees, see Student Financial Services - Tuition and Fees.
- Winter Campus Services: Flat rate charged for any course registration that requires students to come to campus. Supports university resources that include transportation, student union, recreation, and registration services.
- Summer Campus Services Fee: Flat rate charged for any course registration that requires students to come to campus. Supports university resources that include transportation, student union, recreation, and registration services.
- Winter Distance Learning Fee: Flat rate charged for any course registration that does not require students to come to campus (e.g., internships, courses offered completely online). Supports university resources and registration services.
- Summer Distance Learning Fee: Flat rate charged for any course registration that does not require students to come to campus (e.g., internships, courses offered completely online). Supports university resources and registration services.
| Category | Term | Description | Academic Year 24-25 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Student Fees | I, III | 9 or more credits | $692.50 |
| Graduate Student Fees | I, III | 8 or less credits | $358.00 |
| Winter Campus Fee | II | Flat rate | $109.50 |
| Winter Distance Fee | II | Flat rate | $52.00 |
| Summer Campus Fee | IV | Flat rate | $219.00 |
| Summer Distance Fee | IV | Flat rate | $104.00 |
Notice on Tuition and Fees
- Determination of residency status is made according to the University System of Maryland Policy for Student Classification for Admission and Tuition Purposes.
- Although changes in tuition, fees, and other charges ordinarily are announced in advance, the University reserves the right to make changes when deemed necessary.