Graduate Costs
University Costs
UMass Amherst tuition, fees, food and housing rates are established each summer for the following academic year.
There may be additional charges not reflected below that appear on your university bill. These additional fees may be based on the student's career, level and program which are not included.
The Student Health Benefit Plan required by Massachusetts state law is not included. This fee may be waived if your health insurance meets the Massachusetts state requirements. Visit University Health Services for details.
For detailed information about fees and tuition visit the Bursar's Office.
Half-Time Graduate Students
2023-2024 Tuition and Fees for Half-Time Graduate Students (6 credits):
Costs may vary by program.
In-State
| Tuition/Fees: | $11,717 |
| Housing: | $8,686 |
| Food: | $7,282 |
| Direct Costs Total | $27,685 |
| Books: | $500 |
| Travel | $400 |
| Miscellaneous Expenses | $1,000 |
| Average Federal Loan Fees: | $160 |
| Total Including Indirect Costs: | $29,745 |
Out-of-State & International*
| Tuition/Fees: | $23,522 |
| Housing: | $8,686 |
| Food: | $7,282 |
| Direct Costs Total: | $39,490 |
| Books: | $500 |
| Travel: | $400 |
| Miscellaneous Expenses: | $1,000 |
| Average Federal Loan Fees: | $160 |
| Total Including Indirect Costs: | $41,550 |
NERSP**
| Tuition/Fees: | $23,522 |
| Discount: | -$2,658 |
| Housing | $8,686 |
| Food: | $7,282 |
| Direct Costs Total: | $36,832 |
| Books: | $500 |
| Travel: | $400 |
| Miscellaneous Expenses: | $1,000 |
| Average Federal Loan Fees: | $160 |
| Total Including Indirect Costs: | $38,892 |
University Without Walls
| Tuition/Fees: | $7,722 |
| Housing: | $8,686 |
| Food: | $7,282 |
| Direct Costs Total: | $23,690 |
| Books: | $500 |
| Travel: | $400 |
| Miscellaneous Expenses: | $1,000 |
| Average Federal Loan Fees: | $160 |
| Total Including Indirect Costs | $25,750 |
*Visit the International Programs Office for a more detailed look at the international student expense estimates.
**New England Regional Students Program (NERSP) gives a tuition break to New England residents enrolled in certain programs not offered by the public colleges and universities of their home state. Learn more about the Tuition Break program.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid
We add all the expenses listed above to create what is referred as your “Estimated Cost of Attendance”, to determine your eligibility and need for financial aid.