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Current Rates & Fees
Students are charged tuition on a per-unit basis, and total tuition costs will vary depending on a student’s program track.
On average, tuition and fees increase by 3 percent to 5 percent each year. Tuition rates are set by the USC Board of Trustees and typically increase in the fall term. Fees are generally charged per semester.
While paying for graduate school is a big decision for most, USC Rossier can help make your degree more affordable. Explore our scholarships and other funding options — and reach out with any questions related to financing your degree.
USC Rossier Online Program Costs & Scholarships
EdD in Organizational Change & Leadership
Tuition for the EdD in Organizational Change and Leadership online (OCL Online) program at USC Rossier is charged each semester.
| Tuition | Mandatory Fees | Other Fees |
|---|---|---|
| The 2024-2025 tuition fee is $2,354 per unit. Expect an approximately 3 ‒ 5% tuition increase each year. | Orientation: new student fee, graduate = $55
(charged first semester only) |
Student health insurance. See https://studenthealth.usc.edu/ for fees and waiver information |
| Student health service fee = $650 (charged to students with 6 or more units every semester) | ||
| On-campus immersion fee (two required during the program. Travel and hotel fees not included) = $550 each | Tuition refund insurance. See arr.usc.edu/services/ registration/tuitionrefund.html for rates and opt out instructions. | |
| Graduate student programming fee = $20
(charged per semester) |
Travel and hotel fees for on-campus immersions | |
| Norman H. Topping student aid fund = $11
(charged per semester) |
Up to $3,000 for books, supplies, Internet connectivity and other expenses. | |
| TOTAL = $2,354 x # of units | TOTAL = $1,286 for full-time students | TOTAL = Varies |
EdD in Mental Health Leadership
Fees are typically charged per semester. First semester graduate students should expect the following:
| Tuition | Mandatory Fees | Other Fees |
|---|---|---|
| The 2024-2025 tuition fee is $2,354 per unit. Expect an approximately 3 ‒ 5% tuition increase each year. | Orientation: new student fee, graduate = $55 (charged first semester only) |
Student health insurance. See https://studenthealth.usc.edu for fees and waiver information |
| Student health service fee = $650 (charged to students with 6 units or more every semester) |
Parking fees (monthly, semester, and daily rates available) transnet.usc.edu/index.php/parking-rates | |
| Graduate student programming fee = $20 (charged per semester) |
Tuition refund insurance. See arr.usc.edu/services/ registration/tuitionrefund.html for rates and opt out instructions. | |
| Norman H. Topping student aid fund = $11 (charged per semester) |
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| TOTAL = $2,354 x # of units | TOTAL = $736 for full-time students | TOTAL = Varies |
EdD in Educational Leadership
Fees are typically charged per semester. First semester graduate students should expect the following:
| Tuition | Mandatory Fees | Other Fees |
|---|---|---|
| The 2024-2025 tuition fee is $2,354 per unit. Expect an approximately 3 ‒ 5% tuition increase each year. | Orientation: new student fee, graduate = $55 (charged first semester only) |
Student health insurance. See https://studenthealth.usc.edu for fees and waiver information |
| Student health service fee = $650 (charged to students with 6 units or more every semester) |
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| Graduate student programming fee = $20 (charged per semester) |
Tuition refund insurance. See arr.usc.edu/services/ registration/tuitionrefund.html for rates and opt out instructions. | |
| Norman H. Topping student aid fund = $11 (charged per semester) |
||
| TOTAL = $2,354 x # of units | TOTAL = $736 for full-time students | TOTAL = Varies |
ME in School Counseling
Fees are typically charged per semester. First semester graduate students should expect the following:
| Tuition | Mandatory Fees | Other Fees |
|---|---|---|
| The 2024-2025 tuition fee is $2,354 per unit. Expect an approximately 3 ‒ 5% tuition increase each year. | Orientation: new student fee, graduate = $55
(charged first semester only) |
Student health insurance. See https://studenthealth.usc.edu/ for fees and waiver information |
| Student health service fee = $650 (charged to students with 6 units or more every semester) | ||
| Graduate student programming fee = $20
(charged per semester) |
Tuition refund insurance. See arr.usc.edu/services/ registration/tuitionrefund.html for rates and opt out instructions. | |
| Norman H. Topping student aid fund = $11
(charged per semester) |
||
| TOTAL = $2,354 x # of units | TOTAL = $736 for full-time students | TOTAL = Varies |
MA in Teaching - Single & Multiple Subject
Fees are typically charged per semester. First semester graduate students should expect the following:
| Tuition | Mandatory Fees | Other Fees |
|---|---|---|
| The 2024-2025 tuition fee is $2,267 per unit. Expect an approximately 3 ‒ 5% tuition increase each year. | Orientation: new student fee, graduate = $55 (charged first semester only) |
Student health insurance. See https://studenthealth.usc.edu/ for fees and waiver information |
| Student health service fee = $650 (charged to students with 6 units or more every semester) | ||
| Graduate student programming fee = $20 (charged per semester) |
Tuition refund insurance. See arr.usc.edu/services/ registration/tuitionrefund.html for rates and opt out instructions. | |
| Norman H. Topping student aid fund = $11 (charged per semester) |
||
| TOTAL = $2,267 x # of units | TOTAL = $736 for full-time students | TOTAL = Varies |
Estimated Credentialing Fees
The requirements to be recommended for a California preliminary teaching credential involve some fees. See the table below for an estimate of costs.
| Basic Skills Requirement – CBEST | $102.00 |
| Subject Matter Competency – CSET | $297.00 |
| Certificate of Clearance Online Application | $52.65 |
| LiveScan (varies $20-$120) | $120.00 |
| TB Test (varies $0-$200) | $200.00 |
| California Teaching Performance Assessment (CalTPA) |
$300.00 |
| CPR Training (varies $60-$120) | $120.00 |
| US Constitution Exam (varies $85-$100) | $100.00 |
| Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA)* (for Multiple Subject & Education Specialist Credential candidates) |
$171 |
| CSET Spanish III & IV** (for Bilingual Authorization in Spanish candidates only) |
$198 |
| Total Possible | $1,079.65 – $1,648.65 |
*Additional credentialing fees: BILA Exams (for California Bilingual Authorization in Spanish supplemental certification only)= $198.00
ME in Postsecondary Administration & Student Affairs
Fees are typically charged per semester. First-semester graduate students should expect the following:
| Tuition | Mandatory Fees | Other Fees |
|---|---|---|
| The 2024-2025 tuition fee is $2,267 per unit. Expect an approximately 3 ‒ 5% tuition increase each year. | Orientation: new student fee, graduate = $55 (charged first semester only) |
Student health insurance. See https://studenthealth.usc.edu for fees and waiver information |
| Student health service fee = $650 (charged to students with 6 units or more every semester) |
Parking fees (monthly, semester, and daily rates available) transnet.usc.edu/index.php/parking-rates | |
| Graduate student programming fee = $40 (charged per semester) |
Tuition refund insurance. See arr.usc.edu/services/ registration/tuitionrefund.html for rates and opt out instructions. | |
| Norman H. Topping student aid fund = $11 (charged per semester) |
Certificate of Clearance Online Application = $52.50 | |
| Student transportation fee = $117 (charged per semester) | ||
| LiveScan (varies $10-$35)
TB Test (varies $0-$100) |
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| TOTAL = $2,267 x # of units | TOTAL = $873 for full-time students | TOTAL = Varies |
This estimate does not include the credential track add-on, which is an additional 4 units.
MS in Marriage & Family Therapy
Fees are typically charged per semester. First semester graduate students should expect the following:
| Tuition | Mandatory Fees | Other Fees |
|---|---|---|
| The 2024-2025 tuition fee is $2,354 per unit. Expect an approximately 3 ‒ 5% tuition increase each year. | Orientation: new student fee, graduate = $55 (charged first semester only) |
Student health insurance. See https://studenthealth.usc.edu for fees and waiver information |
| Student health service fee = $650 (charged to students with 6 units or more every semester) |
Parking fees (monthly, semester, and daily rates available) transnet.usc.edu/index.php/parking-rates | |
| Graduate student programming fee = $40 (charged per semester) |
Tuition refund insurance. See arr.usc.edu/services/ registration/tuitionrefund.html for rates and opt out instructions. | |
| Norman H. Topping student aid fund = $11 (charged per semester) |
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| Student transportation fee = $117 (charged per semester) | ||
| TOTAL = $2,354 x # of units | TOTAL = $873 for full-time students | TOTAL = Varies |
ME in Educational Counseling
Fees are typically charged per semester. First semester graduate students should expect the following:
| Tuition | Mandatory Fees | Other Fees |
|---|---|---|
| The 2024-2025 tuition fee is $2,309 per unit. Expect an approximately 3 ‒ 5% tuition increase each year. | Orientation: new student fee, graduate = $55 (charged first semester only) |
Student health insurance. See https://studenthealth.usc.edu for fees and waiver information |
| Student health service fee = $650 (charged to students with 6 units or more every semester) |
Parking fees (monthly, semester, and daily rates available) transnet.usc.edu/index.php/parking-rates | |
| Graduate student programming fee = $40 (charged per semester) |
Tuition refund insurance. See arr.usc.edu/services/ registration/tuitionrefund.html for rates and opt out instructions. | |
| Norman H. Topping student aid fund = $11 (charged per semester) |
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| Student transportation fee = $117 (charged per semester) | ||
| TOTAL = $2,309 x # of units | TOTAL = $873 for full-time students | TOTAL = Varies |
Scholarships
Students have the opportunity to be considered for a variety of USC Rossier–specific scholarships. These scholarships will be awarded to students with the drive and desire to make a difference. A separate application is not necessary to apply. Learn more about scholarships, fellowships and grants.
Learn more about external education-specific grants, fellowships and scholarships that USC Rossier students have earned in the past.
| Funding Source | Funding Type | Amount Awarded | Criteria Overview |
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Scholarship
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$1,000
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This scholarship is awarded to graduate students in education.
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Scholarship
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Up to $2,500
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This scholarship is awarded to female graduate students working on a master’s or doctoral degree or are enrolled in a post-doctoral study.
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Scholarship
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$500 to $1,000
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This scholarship is awarded to graduate- or undergraduate-level students enrolled in a full-time elementary or secondary education degree program.
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Fellowship
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$10,000 per year
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This fellowship is awarded to individuals committed to teaching mathematics in public secondary schools in Berkeley, Boston, Los Angeles, New York City and Washington, D.C.
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Scholarship
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$500 to $4,000
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This scholarship is awarded to both current and retired members of participating unions, their spouses and their dependent children. At least one year of continuous union membership is required by the applicant, applicant’s spouse or parent.
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Fellowship
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$24,000
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This fellowship is awarded to individuals who desire to become teachers of the American Constitution at the secondary school level.
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Fellowship
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Varies
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This fellowship is awarded to teachers who have worked for five years in math or science.
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Scholarship
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$5,000
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This scholarship is awarded to students and professionals with academic backgrounds in the STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering and mathematics).
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Scholarship
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$500
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This scholarship is awarded to full-time educators who have not received a scholarship or grant from AAE in the previous three grant cycles (or 18 months). AAE members receive additional weight in the scoring rubric.
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Scholarship
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Up to $5,000 per year
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This scholarship is awarded to students from Maryland with a GPA above 2.0 and a family income below $90,000 a year, or below $66,000 a year for students pursuing career and technology training. Candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and planning to attend an accredited U.S. program in the upcoming academic year.
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Financial Aid
USC offers various methods for paying for graduate school, including installment plans, tuition prepayment plans and long-term financing options. The USC Financial Aid Office (FAO) can help you navigate applying for financial aid, understanding your financial aid award and properly securing all of your loans.
Financial Aid Resources
Applying for Financial Aid
Types of Aid
Federal Student Aid
USC Rossier Financial Aid Checklist
Financial Aid for International Applicants
If you are an international student studying in your home country or in the United States on a non-immigrant student visa, you are not eligible for need-based federal student aid programs. You may be eligible to seek employer assistance or scholarship opportunities in your home country.
To learn more about financing your degree, check with your department or visit the USC financial support page.
Loan Forgiveness
There are many federal loan forgiveness programs available that encourage teachers to work in high-need schools and subject areas. Learn about the Federal Loan Forgiveness Program for Teachers on the Federal Student Aid website.
Health Insurance / Other Fees
USC requires that all students carry comprehensive health insurance, either through USC or an alternate provider. Learn more about this requirement, plans and health insurance options for online students.
Tuition refund insurance: Visit the USC Service Registration page for rates and opt-out instructions.
Additional Fees
- A $250 nonrefundable deposit to confirm your enrollment. The deposit will be credited to tuition owed.
- Up to $3,000 for books, supplies, Internet connectivity and other expenses.
- MAT Online: Credentialing exam fees, which cost about $300. (Pursuing a credential is optional for MAT–TESOL students. To learn more about credentialing requirements, please visit our MAT-TESOL Admission page.)
- OCL Online: Two $550 required on-campus immersions (travel and hotel fees not included).
Total: Varies - Mandatory Fees (Total: $83)
- Orientation, new student fee, graduate: $55 (one-time charge)
- Graduate student programming fee: $20 per semester
- Norman H. Topping student aid fund: $8 per semester