Graduate - Tuition & FeesAll graduate tuition is charged at a per-credit-hour rate. |
2025-2026 |
2026-2027 |
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Doctoral Programs |
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Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) |
$1050 |
$1050 |
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EdD in Counselor Education and Supervision |
$800 |
$800 |
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| EdD in Ethical Leadership (inc. with Superintendent)
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$760 |
$760 |
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Master's Programs |
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Master in Business Administration (MBA) |
$770 | $785 | |
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MA in Education (MAE) |
$480 | $505 |
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| MA in Servant Leadership (MASL) | $500 | $525 | |
| MA in Teaching (MAT) | $480 | $505 | |
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MS in Community Medical Dietetics (MSCMD) |
$740 | $765 |
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| MS in Mental Health Counseling (MSMHC) | $670 | $685 | |
| MS in Nursing (MSN - Direct Entry) | $800 | $815 | |
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MS in School Counseling (MSSC) |
$670 |
$685 |
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| MS in Speech-Language Pathology | $790 | $800 | |
Dual Degree Programs |
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MBA/DNP |
$915 |
$915 |
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Licensures | Certificates |
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Education: Superintendent Licensure |
$705 |
$705 |
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Education: Principal (all tracks) Licensure |
$480 |
$505 |
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Education: Director of Instruction Licensure |
$480 |
$505 |
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Education: Special Education and Pupil Services Licensure |
$480 |
$505 |
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Education: Cross-categorical (all tracks) Licensures |
$480 |
$505 |
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Education: Reading Teacher Licensure |
$480 |
$505 |
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| Education: Reading Specialist Licensure | $480 | $505 | |
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Education: Innov. Teacher Lead. & Instruct. Coaching Cert. |
$480 |
$505 |
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Education: Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Licensure |
$480 | $505 | |
| Business: Ethical Leadership Certificate | $500 | Discont. | |
| Business: Health Care Management Certificate | $770 | Discont. |
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| Humanities: Community Interpreting Certificate (undergrad) | $480 | $480 | |
| Mental Health: Substance Abuse Counselor Certificate | $700 | $700 | |
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Nutrition: Dietetic Internship |
$700 | $735 |
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Nursing: Post Graduate Certificate (AGAC-NP) program |
$1050 |
$1050 |
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Student Resources Fee (all graduate programs -per credit hour) |
$15 |
$15 |
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Audit Fee (per credit hour) |
$100 |
$150 |
per credit |
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Comprehensive Exam Fee |
$50 |
$50 |
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| Background Check(s )(Price varies based on type, number of States) | Price varies | Price varies | |
| Parking Pass (on campus fall and spring semesters) | $50 | $50 | |
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| Credit Card Processing /Convenience Fee (Min. $1) | 2.99% | 2.99% | |
| Late Fee (semester payment deadline) | $75 | $75 | |
| Returned Check Fee/Check Reissue | $35 | $35 | |
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Education Program Fees |
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Ed Leadership: Practicum Portfolio (WI EDUL 767/768/ 769/770/771) |
$170 |
$180 |
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Business Program Fees |
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Courses: MGMT 511/512 |
$75 |
$75 |
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Course: MGMT 582 |
$75 |
$75 |
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Course: HMGT 690 |
$75 |
$75 |
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| Course: HMGT 695 | $100 |
$100 |
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Course: NURS 540 |
$210 |
$220 |
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Courses: NURS 602 and 688 (each course) |
$100 | $105 | |
| Course: NURS 690 | $75 | $75 | |
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Courses: NURS 615, 616, 692, and 693 (each course & per credit) |
$100 | $105 | per credit |
| Courses: NURS 800, 810, and 820 (each course & per credit) | $160 | $170 | per credit |
| Course: NURS 801 (per credit) | $260 | $275 | per credit |
| Course: NURS 811 (per credit) | $160 | $160 | |
| Course: NURS 825 | $530 | $560 | |
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| Nurse Clinical/Skills Lab Resource Fees ($60 per credit) |
$40 |
$50 |
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Courses: EDUP 531 |
$160 | $170 |
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| Courses: EDUP 559, EDUP 563 (each course) | $100 | $105 | |
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Courses: EDUP 582 |
$50 | $50 |
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Course: EDUP 583 |
$320 |
$340 |
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Financial Aid
Pursuing your personal and professional goals through graduate school is exciting. Navigating how to make the dream a reality starts with exploring your financial aid options. All of Viterbo's master's and doctoral programs are eligible for Federal Financial Aid. Some licensure and certificate programs are also eligible for federal aid, contact graduate admissions for qualified programs.
Graduate Students may elect to borrow federal student loans to assist in paying for graduate school. Students wishing to explore financial aid are encouraged to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and complete the Viterbo University Additional Information Form. The Viterbo Univesity FAFSA code is 003911. For additional information or to speak to your Graduate Financial Aid Counselor please click on the appropriate Financial Aid page for your program below. Contact Financial Aid at 608-796-3900 or visit the Financial Aid Contact Us page.
Explore Financial Aid students and begin the application process today!
Military Education Benefits
If you are exploring utilizing veteran benefits at Viterbo University please visit the Military Education Benefits page. The University's School Certifying Official is Ms. Carey Jennings, Financial Aid and Military Education Benefits Advisor located in Murphy Center Suite 218 Financial Aid| 608-796-3900 | cdjennings@viterbo.edu.
Military Education Benefits Information
Military Student Success
Viterbo University celebrates the contributions made by members of the armed forces and their families and we find it an honor that you are considering Viterbo to pursue your education. Whether you are a veteran who is transitioning from military service, still serving as a member of an active or reserve component, or you are a family member seeking to continue your education, the staff and faculty at Viterbo are here to ensure your success! Schedule a time to speak with Brianna Lawrence, Admissions Counselor, Military Student Success Coordinator located in RCE 127, call 608-796-3016 or email brlawrence@viterbo.edu for support throughout your time at Viterbo.
Graduate Student Work Opportunities:
Watch the Viterbo University Employment page for full- and part-time administrative and hourly positions on campus. The below positions are some of the graduate assistant-specific positions that open annually or every other year. In addition, to Graduate Assistant specific positions many other opportunities open regularly, which may be a great match! We encourage you to "sign up for job alerts" to receive job posting updates in your email to stay on top of Viterbo job opportunities.
Exploring additional resources to help you fund your nursing goals is a great idea. We first want to encourage you to explore any options your place of employment may offer, many healthcare employers offer great opportunities from release time to partial or full tuition reimbursement. Next, search for community or organization-specific scholarships and loan forgiveness programs.
Below are a few helpful hints.
Loan Forgiveness/Repayment programs:
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Wisconsin Nurse Educator Program (WNEP2) | Up to $40,000 available for eligible DNP students
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HRSA Loan Repayment Programs (multiple programs)
Scholarship and Grant programs: