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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)
Bill & Vieve Gore School of Business
Master of Accountancy	$1,168*	30	$35,040*
Master of Business Administration	$1,630*	32-37	$52,160-$60,310*
Master of Business Administration in Technology Commercialization	$1,630*	32-37	$52,160-$60,310*
College of Arts & Sciences - School of Education
Master of Arts in Community and Organizational Leadership	$826	35	$28,910
Master of Arts in Teaching	$826	Based upon selected program option	$37,170 for 45 credits
Master of Education	$826	32	$24,432
School of Nursing and Health Sciences
Master of Public Health	$1,221	45	$59,945
Master of Science in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner	$1,354	42	$56,868
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling	$982	60	$58,920
Doctor of Nursing Practice	$1,345	32	$43,040
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nurse Anesthesia	$1,577	90	$141,930
IPSL - Global Engagement
Master of Arts in Community Organizing and Social Activism	$1,099*	33-36 (program always charges for 36 credits)	See chart below*
Master of Arts in International Development and Service	$1,099*	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 2024-2025 academic year will pay $1,168 per credit hour. A total of 30 credit hours are required to complete the program for a total of $35,040. 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).

Master of Business Administration

Students enrolling in the MBA and MBATC programs during the 2024-2025 academic year will pay $1,630 per credit hour. A total of 32-37 credit hours is required to complete the program for a total of $52,160-$60,310. 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).

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

Students enrolling in either IPSL Global Engagement program during the 2024-2025 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 semesters abroad + 1 semester home	$1,099 x 9 credits = $9,891/semester x 4 = $39,564	$4,650/semester x 3 = $13,950 Three semesters away must be completed first.	$6,142/semester x 3 = $18,726 Includes 4 flights and $300 home semester course fee.	$72,240
2 semesters abroad + 2 semesters home	$1,099 x 9 credits = $9,891/semester x 4 = $39,564	$4,650/semester x 2 = $9,300	$6,142/semester x 2 = $12,884 Includes 3 flights and $300 home semester course fee x 2 = $600	$61,748

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	$584
Master of Business Administration	$815
Master of Arts in Community and Organizational Leadership	$413
Master of Education	$413
Master of Public Health	$413

*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 month the given semester begins, unless payment arrangements have been made. Students registering late must pay in full when they register. Students unable to pay in full must make other arrangements with the Student Account Services Office by the second week of the semester. 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
8/21/24 to 8/30/24	100%
8/31/24 to 9/6/24	80%
9/7/24 to 9/13/24	60%
9/14/24 to 9/20/24	30%
After 9/20/24	0%
Spring Semester	Percent
1/21/25 to 1/29/25	100%
1/30/25 to 2/5/25	80%
2/6/25 to 2/12/25	60%
2/13/25 to 2/19/25	30%
After 2/19/25	0%
Summer Term - First Four Weeks	Percent
5/16/25 to 5/26/25	100%
5/27/25 to 6/2/25	50%
6/30/25 to 6/9/25	25%
After 6/9/25	0%
Summer - Second Four Weeks	Percent
6/17/25 to 6/24/25	100%
6/25/25 to 7/1/25	50%
7/2/25 to 7/8/25	25%
After 7/8/25	0%
Summer - Third Four Weeks	Percent
7/14/25 to 7/21/25	100%
7/22/25 to 7/25/25	50%
7/26/25 to 7/30/25	25%
After 7/8/25	0%
Summer - First Eight Weeks and Full Twelve Weeks	Percent
5/19/25 to 5/26/25	100%
5/27/25 to 6/2/25	50%
6/3/2025 to 6/9/25	25%
After 6/9/25	0%
Summer - Final Eight Weeks	Percent
6/17/25 to 6/24/25	100%
6/25/25 to 7/1/25	50%
7/2/25 to 7/8/25	25%
After 7/8/25	0%

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.