Tuition and Fees
Students who register for a course in this program are assessed tuition and, if applicable, mandatory fees. The program uses the semester academic calendar.
Program Tuition
Tuition is assessed at a special per course rate that does not differentiate between Maryland residents and non-residents. The charts also provide an estimated cost for each program.
Master’s Programs
Applies to course sections PWX* (online).
- Executive Master of Public Management, Online (EMPM).
| Academic Year | 1 Course | Estimated: Master's, 10 courses |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | $4,947.00 | $49,470.00 |
| 2025-2026 | $5,145.00 | $51,450.00 |
Graduate Certificates
Applies to course sections PCM* (in person) or PWL* (online).
- Nonprofit Management Leadership
- Public Sector Finance and Acquisition
- Science, Technology, and Innovation Policy
| Academic Year | 1 Course | Estimated: Certificate, 4 Courses |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | $3,060.00 | $12,240.00 |
| 2025-2026 | $3,182.00 | $12,728.00 |
Mandatory Fees
| Category | Semester | Description | Academic Year 24-25 | Academic Year 25-26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Student Fees | Fall or Spring | 9 or more credits | $692.50 | $727.00 |
| Graduate Student Fees | Fall or Spring | 8 or less credits | $358.00 | $376.50 |
| Summer Campus Fee | Summer I or II | Flat rate | $219.00 | $229.70 |
| Summer Distance Fee | Summer I or II | Flat rate | $104.00 | $108.70 |
Mandatory fees are assessed according to location, delivery type, and semester.
- 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.
- Summer Campus Services Fee: Flat rate charged for any course registration that requires students to come to campus. Assessed for each six-week session. Supports university resources that include transportation, student union, recreation, 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). Assessed for each six-week session. Supports university resources and registration services.
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.