Tuition
Your college education is an investment unlike any other. And we're committed to helping you make sure it's affordable as possible.
That’s why we rely on financial support from alumni, donors, churches, corporations, and foundations to keep PLNU accessible and affordable for our students.
Program Tuition Rates of 2024-2025 and 2025-26
College of Health and Sciences
| Graduate Program | 24/25 | 25/26 |
|---|---|---|
| Athletic Training, M.S. | $740 | $740 |
| Occupational Therapy, M.S. | $1,236 | $1,273 |
| Physician Assistant, M.S.M. | $17,482 | $18,356 |
Fermanian School of Business
| Graduate Program | 24/25 | 25/26 |
|---|---|---|
| Masters of Business Administration (MBA) | $890 | $890 |
| Organizational Leadership, M.A. (MAOL) | $700 | $700 |
School of Education
| Graduate Program | 24/25 | 25/26 |
|---|---|---|
| Education, M.A. | $660 | $680 |
| Education Certifications | $660 | $680 |
| Special Education, M.A. | $660 | $680 |
| Teaching, M.A. | $660 | $680 |
School of Humanities, Arts, and Public Engagement
| Graduate Program | 24/25 | 25/26 |
|---|---|---|
| Writing, M.A. | $667 | $667 |
School of Nursing
| Graduate Program | 24/25 | 25/26 |
|---|---|---|
| RM to BSN | $500 | $500 |
| Nursing, M.S. | $820 | $890 |
| Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) | $820 | $890 |
School of STEM
| Graduate Program | 24/25 | 25/26 |
|---|---|---|
| General Biology, M.S. | $765 | $765 |
Reuben Welch School of Theology & Christian Ministry
| Graduate Program | 24/25 | 25/26 |
|---|---|---|
| Christian Ministry, M.A. | $335 | $340 |
Accelerated Undergraduate
| Graduate Program | 24/25 | 25/26 |
|---|---|---|
| All other Accelerated Undergraduate programs | $560 | $560 |
Other Graduate Programs
| Graduate Programs | 24/25 | 25/26 |
|---|---|---|
| Anatomical Sciences Education, Graduate Certificate | $950 | $950 |
| Clinical Counseling, M.A. | $815 | $848 |
| Public Administration, M.A. | $700 | $700 |
*Please note: The cost of education listed above does not include additional fees or textbooks.
**PA MSM tuition cost is per semester. The university reserves the right to modify tuition and fees at any time. For more information, please refer to the Graduate & Professional Studies Catalog.
Fees
Fees
| Fee | Program | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Audit Fee | All Programs | $150/unit |
| Independent Study Fee | Ministry | $90/unit |
| Research Project Fee | All Education Programs | $60 |
| Student Teaching Fee | MAT, Teaching Credentials | $75/unit |
| Teacher Education Assessment Fee | MAT, Teaching Credentials | $350 |
| Thesis Project Fee | Biology | $60 |
| Thesis Extension Fee | MBA, MSN | $600 |
| Thesis Extension Fee | Ministry | $300 |
| Thesis Binding Fee | MBA, MSN, Ministry | $35 (one time) |
| ePortfolio Fee | MSN, Ministry | $120 (one time) |
| Graduation Fee | All Programs | $120 (one time)* |
| Late Fee ** | varies | |
| Kinesiology Program Fee | Kinesiology | $250 (one time) |
| Kinesiology Course Fee | Kinesiology | $400 (applied to KIN 6075, if taken) |
| Kinesiology Test Fee | Kinesiology | $175 (applies to Comprehensive Exam only) |
| Student Athlete Fee | $175 | |
| Athletic Training Program Fee | ATRA | $1400 (billed in two $700 charges) |
| Taskstream and Sibme Accounts | MTA, Teaching Credentials | $300 |
| MBA Course Fee | MBA | $40 |
| Intern Supervision Support | Teaching Cred./Intern | $50 |
| SOE Assessment Fee | Education | $150 |
*A graduation fee will be charged to each student at the completion of a degree program, regardless of participation in commencement. Tuition and fees noted above are for the academic year beginning with the fall 2015 semester and are subject to change annually.
**Late fees will be charged to all unpaid balances at the close of business on the billing due date.
Tuition Insurance
Protect Your Tuition Investment with GradGuard
Each year, students withdraw from college due to unexpected medical issues - like illness, injury, or mental health conditions. Unfortunately, PLNU’s refund policy may not cover all tuition and fees, depending on when the withdrawal happens.
That’s why PLNU partners with GradGuard to offer tuition insurance through Allianz Global Assistance - exclusive to our students.
What GradGuard Offers:
- Reimbursement for tuition, room, board, and fees for covered withdrawals
- Coverage for injury, illness, and mental health conditions
- 24/7 Student Life Assistance hotline
- A financial safety net so students have a chance to return and complete their degree
- An easy claims process and flexible support
📌 Plans must be purchased before the first day of classes
💬 Only the student/family can decide if insurance is right for them
Have questions?
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