2025-2026 Academic Year
Undergraduate
The University of Maryland is committed to making higher education accessible and affordable. We encourage you to explore all of the available aid options. The actual cost of attendance may be less than you expect after you factor in funding awarded through grants, scholarships, loans and work-study programs. Our admissions and financial aid counselors are available to answer your questions and get you started on your journey to become a Terp.
Graduate
Master of Public Policy*, Master of Public Management - Policy Track
Whether you are studying full-time or part-time, tuition is billed per credit hour and determined by your state of residence.
| Resident | Non-Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition per credit hour | $1,055 | $2,095 |
Annual mandatory graduate student fees (1-8 credits, part-time)
$753
Annual mandatory graduate student fees (9 or more credits, full-time)
$1,454
| Resident | Non-Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (24 credits) + full-time fees for academic year (fall & spring) | $26,774 | $51,734 |
International student fee (international students only)
$250
* Dual MPP/MBA students pay Smith School tuition rates for courses taken in the Smith School. Dual MPP/JD students pay the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law tuition rates for courses taken in the law school. Dual MPP/Social Work students pay University of Maryland School of Social Work tuition rates for courses taken in the School of Social Work.
Billing information and all other University of Maryland graduate degree program tuition rates and fees can be found here.
Doctor of Philosophy in Policy Studies
Whether you are studying full-time or part-time, tuition is billed per credit hour and determined by your state of residence.
| Resident | Non-Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition per credit hour | $878 | $1,878 |
Annual mandatory graduate student fees (1-8 credits, part-time)
$753
Annual mandatory graduate student fees (9 or more credits, full-time)
$1,454
International student fee (international students only)
$250
| Resident | Non-Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| PhD Candidacy Tuition | $1,432 per semester | $2,732 per semester |
Executive Master of Public Management & Master of Professional Studies - Public Administration
Tuition for these programs is a flat rate for the entire program. These programs are not Golden ID Eligible.
| MPS-PA degree, 36 credits (12 month program) | $55,759 full program cost includes tuition and mandatory fees. Tuition per credit is $1,499. |
| EMPM degree, 30 credits | $49,960 full program cost includes tuition, fees, books and other program charges* *If following the advertised curriculum schedule. If you participate in coursework at a different pace, you will be billed $4,996 per course. |
Graduate Certificates
| Nonprofit Management and Leadership, 12 credits | $3,000/three-credit course, plus mandatory fees |
| Intelligence Analysis, 12 credits | $4,000/three-credit course, plus mandatory fees |
View associated mandatory fees.
Financial aid (Nonprofit Management and Leadership certificate only) and fellowships are available to certificate students. Learn more.
These programs are not Golden ID Eligible.
Other Costs of Attendance
The budget provided below is an estimate based on a moderate student lifestyle. The figures are averages and will vary from student to student. They are indirect costs and not billed by the bursar.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,000 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,200 |
| Transportation Expenses | $3,058 |
| Room & Board Off-Campus | $17,384 |
| Loan Fees | $220 |
| Total | $22,862 |
For your convenience, you may make payments by mail, in-person, online or over the phone. Payments can be made with Visa, MasterCard and Discover credits cards. Personal checks are also accepted. All checks and money orders must be in US dollars drawn on a US bank. For further details, see Student Financial Services and Cashiering.
The Terp Payment Plan allows students and families to pay amounts due to the university in manageable monthly installments for the semester. View the details of the Terp Payment Plan.
Important tuition remission guidelines are available here.
Maryland Resident Classification
In-state residency requirements for students can be found in the residency classification policy.