Tuition and Fees
At American University tuition is charged by credit hour and billed by semester. Below is a summary of the tuition and fees you can expect throughout your journey.
Finance Your Education
We know that financing your education is a key factor in deciding whether to pursue a graduate degree. We are here to help!
All applicants are automatically considered for Kogod's merit-based scholarships, including international students.
Your aid may include an AU scholarship or grant, federally funded grants, private loans, and/or low-interest federally funded loans.
There are more than 17 need- and merit-based Kogod scholarships for current graduate students plus 10 available to most Kogod students in any program.
2025-2026 Tuition Fees
45 Credits | $2,080 per Credit | $93,600 Total Tuition |
*Estimated based on Academic Year 2024-2025 rates
2025-2026 One-Time Fees
Deposit | $1000 (Applied toward Tuition) |