Tuition & Fees
Fees By Program Type
Tuition rates are set by the USC Board of Trustees and typically increase in the fall term. Fees are generally charged per semester.
Master’s Program Fees
Master of Arts in Teaching
Tuition
The 2024-2025 tuition fee is $2,267 per unit. Expect an approximately 3 ‒ 5% tuition increase each year.
TOTAL = $2,267 x 28 units
Mandatory Fees
- New student fee, graduate = $55 (charged first semester only)
- Student health service fee = $650 (charged to students with 6 units or more every semester)
- Graduate student programming fee = $40 for on-campus students, $20 for online students (charged per semester)
- Norman H. Topping student aid fund = $11 (charged per semester)
- Student transportation fee (on-campus program) = $117 (charged per semester)
TOTAL = $873 for on-campus students, $736 for online students
Other Fees
- Student health insurance (explore fees and waiver information)
- Parking fees for on-campus students (monthly, semester, and daily rates available)
- Tuition refund insurance (explore rates and opt out instructions)
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.
| Requirement | Cost |
|---|---|
| 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 $85-1$00) | $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 – $1648.65 |
*Additional credentialing fees: BILA Exams (for California Bilingual Authorization in Spanish supplemental certification only)= $198.00
Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Tuition
The 2024-2025 tuition fee is $2,267 per unit. Expect an approximately 3 ‒ 5% tuition increase each year.
TOTAL = $2,267 x 24 units
Mandatory Fees
- New student fee, graduate = $55 (charged first semester only)
- Student health service fee = $650 (charged to students with 6 units or more every semester)
- Graduate student programming fee = $40 for on-campus, $20 for online (charged per semester)
- Norman H. Topping student aid fund = $11 (charged per semester)
- Student transportation fee (on-campus program) = $117 (charged per semester)
TOTAL = $873 for on-campus students
Other Fees
- Student health insurance (explore fees and waiver information)
- Parking fees for on-campus students (monthly, semester, and daily rates available)
- Tuition refund insurance (explore rates and opt out instructions)
- Certificate of Clearance Online Application = $52.50
- LiveScan (varies $10-$35)
- TB Test (varies $0-$100)
TOTAL = Varies
Estimated Credential Track Fees
If you pursue the credential track, the requirements to be recommended for a California preliminary teaching credential involves additional fees.
| Requirement | Cost |
|---|---|
| Basic skills requirement – CBEST | $102.00 |
| Subject matter competency – CSET | $297.00 |
| edTPA | $300.00 |
| CPR training (varies $0-$90) | $90.00 |
| US Constitution exam (varies $0-$85) | $85.00 |
| Total | $874.00 |
ME in Educational Counseling
Tuition
The 2024-2025 tuition fee is $2,309 per unit. Expect an approximately 3 ‒ 5% tuition increase each year.
TOTAL = $2,309 x 40 units
Mandatory Fees
- New student fee, graduate = $55 (charged first semester only)
- Student health service fee = $650 (charged to students with 6 units or more every semester)
- Graduate student programming fee = $40 for on-campus, $20 for online (charged per semester)
- Norman H. Topping student aid fund = $11 (charged per semester)
- Student transportation fee (on-campus program) = $117 (charged per semester)
Total = $873 for on-campus students, $736 for online students
Other Fees
- Student health insurance (explore fees and waiver information)
- Parking fees for on-campus students (monthly, semester, and daily rates available)
- Tuition refund insurance (explore rates and opt out instructions)
TOTAL = Varies
ME in Learning Design and Technology
Tuition
The 2024-2025 tuition fee is $2,354 per unit. Expect an approximately 3 ‒ 5% tuition increase each year.
TOTAL = $2,354 x 30 units
Mandatory Fees
- New student fee, graduate = $55 (charged first semester only)
- Student health service fee = $650 (charged to students with 6 units or more every semester)
- Graduate student programming fee = $20 (charged per semester)
- Norman H. Topping student aid fund = $11 (charged per semester)
TOTAL = $736 for full-time students
Other Fees
- Student health insurance (explore fees and waiver information)
- Tuition refund insurance (explore rates and opt out instructions)
TOTAL = Varies
ME in Postsecondary Administration and Student Affairs
Tuition
The 2024-2025 tuition fee is $2,354 per unit. Expect an approximately 3 ‒ 5% tuition increase each year.
TOTAL = $2,354 x 30 units
Mandatory Fees
- New student fee, graduate = $55 (charged first semester only)
- Student health service fee = $650 (charged to students with 6 units or more every semester)
- Graduate student programming fee = $40 for on-campus, $20 for online (charged per semester)
- Norman H. Topping student aid fund = $11 (charged per semester)
- Student transportation fee (on-campus program) = $117 (charged per semester)
Total = $873 for on-campus students, $736 for online students
Other Fees
- Student health insurance (explore fees and waiver information)
- Parking fees for on-campus students (monthly, semester, and daily rates available)
- Tuition refund insurance (explore rates and opt out instructions)
TOTAL = Varies
ME in School Counseling
Tuition
The 2024-2025 tuition fee is $2,354 per unit. Expect an approximately 3 ‒ 5% tuition increase each year.
TOTAL = $2,354 x 49 units
Mandatory Fees
- New student fee, graduate = $55 (charged first semester only)
- Student health service fee = $650 (charged to students with 6 units or more every semester)
- Graduate student programming fee = $20 (charged per semester)
- Norman H. Topping student aid fund = $11 (charged per semester)
TOTAL = $736 for full-time students
Other Fees
- Student health insurance (explore fees and waiver information)
- Tuition refund insurance (explore rates and opt out instructions)
TOTAL = Varies
MS in Marriage and Family Therapy
Tuition
The 2024-2025 tuition fee is $2,354 per unit. Expect an approximately 3 ‒ 5% tuition increase each year.
TOTAL = $2,354 x 60 units
Mandatory Fees
- New student fee, graduate = $55 (charged first semester only)
- Student health service fee = $650 (charged to students with 6 units or more every semester)
- Graduate student programming fee = $40 (charged per semester)
- Norman H. Topping student aid fund = $11 (charged per semester)
- Student transportation fee (on-campus program) = $117 (charged per semester)
TOTAL = $873 for full-time students
Other Fees
- Student health insurance (explore fees and waiver information)
- Parking fees for on-campus students (monthly, semester, and daily rates available)
- Tuition refund insurance (explore rates and opt out instructions)
TOTAL = Varies
Doctoral Program Fees
PhD in Education
Tuition and stipend funded by assistantship.
EdD in Educational Leadership
Tuition
The 2024-2025 tuition fee is $2,354 per unit. Expect an approximately 3 ‒ 5% tuition increase each year.
Total = $2,354 x 43 units
Mandatory Fees
- New student fee, graduate = $55 (charged first semester only)
- Student health service fee = $650 (charged to students with 6 units or more every semester)
- Graduate student programming fee = $40 for on-campus, $20 for online (charged per semester)
- Norman H. Topping student aid fund = $11 (charged per semester)
- Student transportation fee (on-campus program) = $117 (charged per semester)
Total = $873 for on-campus students, $736 for online students
Other Fees
- Student health insurance (explore fees and waiver information)
- Parking fees for on-campus students (monthly, semester, and daily rates available)
- Tuition refund insurance (explore rates and opt out instructions)
Total = Varies
Global Executive Doctor of Education
The estimated cost to begin the program in the 2025 summer term ranges from $140,600-$165,600. (Costs will vary between $140,600 and $165,600 if you participate on-ground for some of the remaining six intensive sessions.)
This cost includes:
- Tuition
- Mandatory student fees
- Instructional materials
- Accommodations for intensive sessions (traveling students only)
- Most meals during intensive sessions (traveling students only)
- Airfare, local transportation and visa fees are not included
A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 is required to confirm enrollment. This deposit will be applied to tuition costs. You will be billed for the remainder of the cost in installments.
EdD in Mental Health Leadership
Tuition
The 2024-2025 tuition fee is $2,354 per unit. Expect an approximately 3 ‒ 5% tuition increase each year.
TOTAL = $2,354 x 43 units
Mandatory Fees
- New student fee, graduate = $55 (charged first semester only)
- Student health service fee = $650 (charged to students with 6 units or more every semester)
- Graduate student programming fee = $20 (charged per semester)
- Norman H. Topping student aid fund = $11 (charged per semester)
TOTAL = $736 for full-time students
Other Fees
- Student health insurance (explore fees and waiver information)
- Tuition refund insurance (explore rates and opt out instructions)
TOTAL = Varies
EdD in Organizational Change and Leadership
Tuition
The 2024-2025 tuition fee is $2,354 per unit. Expect an approximately 3 ‒ 5% tuition increase each year.
TOTAL = $2,354 x 43-60 units
Mandatory Fees
- New student fee, graduate = $55 (charged first semester only)
- Student health service fee = $650 (charged to students with 6 units or more every semester)
- On-campus immersion fee = $550 each (two required during the program, travel and hotel fees not included)
- Graduate student programming fee = $20 (charged per semester)
- Norman H. Topping student aid fund = $11 (charged per semester)
TOTAL = $1,286 for full-time students
Other Fees
- Student health insurance (explore fees and waiver information)
- Tuition refund insurance (explore rates and opt out instructions)
- Travel and hotel fees for on-campus immersions
- Up to $3,000 for books, supplies, Internet connectivity and other expenses
TOTAL = Varies
Health Insurance
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.
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 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.
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