Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships
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Current Rates & Fees
Students are charged tuition on a per-unit basis, and the current rate of tuition for the 2023-2024 academic year is $2,201 per unit for MAT online and MAT-TESOL online, and $2,244 per unit for OCL Online and SC Online. Total tuition costs will vary depending on a student’s program track.
Tuition and fees typically 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 typically charged per semester.
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OCL Online
Tuition for the EdD in Organizational Change and Leadership online (OCL Online) program at USC Rossier is charged each semester.
Advanced Standing Estimate (43 units)
| Year | Enrolled Units | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
|
1
|
18
|
$40,392
|
|
2
|
18
|
$40,392
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3
|
7
|
$15,708
|
Total Estimate (43 Enrolled Units): $96,492
Traditional Track Estimate (60 units)
| Year | Enrolled Units | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
|
1
|
17
|
$38,148
|
|
2
|
18
|
$40,392
|
|
3
|
18
|
$40,392
|
|
4
|
7
|
$15,708
|
Total Estimate (60 Enrolled Units): $134,640
SC Online
Program Tuition Estimate (Full-time)
Tuition for the Master of Education in School Counseling online (SC online) program at USC Rossier is charged each semester.
| Year | Enrolled Units | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
|
1
|
33
|
$74,052
|
|
2
|
16
|
$35,904
|
Total Estimate (49 Enrolled Units): $109,956
MAT-TESOL Online
| MAT-TESOL online (24 credits minimum) | Units per term | Cost per term |
|---|---|---|
|
Full-time
|
8 – 10
|
$17,608 – $22,010
|
|
Part-time
|
4 – 5
|
$8,804 – $11,005
|
Program Tuition Estimate (Full-Time)
Tuition for the Master of Arts in Teaching – Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages online (MAT–TESOL online) program at USC Rossier is charged each semester.
| Year | Enrolled Units | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
|
1
|
17
|
$37,417
|
|
2
|
7
|
$15,407
|
Total Estimate (24 Enrolled Units): $52,824
This estimate does not include the credential track add-on, which is an additional 4 units.
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.
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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What to Expect
First-semester graduate students should expect the following:
- Tuition for the 2023-2024 academic year is $2,201 per unit for MAT online and MAT-TESOL online.
- Tuition for the 2023-2024 academic year $2,244 per unit for OCL Online and SC Online.
MAT Online: $2,201 x 10 units = $22,010
MAT-TESOL Online: $2,201 x 10 units = $22,010
SC Online: $2,244 x 11 units = $24,684
OCL Online Advanced Standing: $2,244 x 6 units = $13,464
OCL Online Traditional Track: $2,244 x 5 units = $11,220
Mandatory Fees
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
Total: $83
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 / MAT-TESOL 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