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Tuition and Fees

Direct (Billed) Expenses

Students make tuition payments to Temple University at the beginning of each semester, as they progress through the program. The following are fees as of 2008/2009 academic year and may increase slightly for the 09/10 academic year.

Program Costs and Fees

The total cost of attendance for Specialized Degrees will vary depending on the choice of the program.  For example, the total cost of a 30-credit MS will be different than the total cost of a 42-credit MS program.

  • Program tuition is billed per credit.
     -  In-state tuition rates for the 2008/2009 academic year is $731/credit.
     -  Out-of-state tuition rates for the 2008/2009 academic year is $1,085/credit.
  • Additional Program fees will vary depending on the number of credits taken per semester.  Full time status occurs when students pursue 9 credits of course work or more per semester.    
    -  Full Time MS Program fee is $1000 billed at $500 per semester for 2 semesters.
    -  Part-time MS Program Fee is $500 billed in first semester

PLEASE NOTE: All international students MUST pursue their specialized degree on a full time basis.  Full time status requires students to pursue 9 credits of course work per semester.

Indirect Program Fees and Costs

Indirect (personal) expenses vary from student to student, depending on their choices for accommodation and their individual lifestyle.  In addition to the tuition and fees for the program, students can expect to pay $1,500 to $2,000 This estimate is based on previous student feedback generally will include additional expenses including:

  • Food
  • Utilities
  • Books
  • Personal Travel
  • Miscellaneous personal living expenses

The total cost of the degree includes direct (billed) expenses and indirect expenses, which vary by student. Below are the EXAMPLES of direct and indirect costs for the first year of the program.

 Full-time

Direct (Billed) Expenses and Fees: PA Resident

 

Fall 2008

Spring 2009

Tuition (9 credits @ $731/credit)

$6,579

$6,579

Business Program Fee
($1000)

$500

$500

Technology Fee

$100

$100

Student Health Services Fee

$60

$60

Facilities Fee

$25

$25

Total Cost

$7,264

$7,264

2008-2009 Academic Year

$14,528

Direct (Billed) Expenses and Fees: Non-PA Resident

 

Fall 2008

Spring 2009

Tuition (9 credits @ $1,085/credit)

$9,765

$9,765

Business Program Fee

$500

$500

Technology Fee

$100

$100

Student Health Services Fee

$60

$60

Facilities Fee

$25

$25

Total Cost

$10,450

$10,450

2006-2007 Academic Year

$20,900

Standard Health Insurance
(mandatory for intl. students)

$323 (per semester) =
$646 per year

Part-time

Direct (Billed) Expenses and Fees: PA Resident

 

Fall 2008

Spring 2009

Tuition (0-8 credits @ $731/credit)

varies

varies

Business Program Fee
(one-time fee)

$500

-

Technology Fee

$100

$100

Student Health Services Fee

$20

$20

Facilities Fee

$25

$25

Total Cost

varies

varies

2008-2009 Academic Year

varies

Direct (Billed) Expenses and Fees: Non-PA Resident

 

Fall 2008

Spring 2009

Tuition (0-8 credits @ $1,085/credit)

varies

varies

Business Program Fee
(one-time fee)

$500

-

Technology Fee

$100

$100

Student Health Services Fee

$20

$20

Facilities Fee

$25

$25

Total Cost

varies

varies

2008-2009 Academic Year

varies

Scholarships and Loans

The Fox School of Business and Management recognize outstanding educational achievement through awarding tuition scholarships.  These awards are merit based, relying chiefly on GMAT total score and undergraduate GPA. 

The Fox School has made significant investments in our MBA programs and we are proud to have the support of our administration and alumni for awarding scholarships each year to several MBA participants.

Only fall semester, full time MBA applicants are eligible to receive scholarship and student employment awards. Award recipients are selected by the Fox School Graduate Admission Committee and are notified after the admission decision is made. No additional application or form is required for consideration. (Awards can take the form of tuition scholarships, both full and partial; student employment; or a combination of scholarship and employment.)

Who is eligible for loans?
American citizens and permanent residents of the USA are often eligible for federal student loans as well as supplemental (alternative) loans through private lenders.  A list of lenders is provided below.

How much can an MBA student borrow?
The University can authorize a loan or loans for funds up to (but not exceeding) the "Total Estimated Cost of Attendance" for the MBA. 

What is the process for applying?
Students may begin to file the FAFSA for upcoming academic semester during the application process, and can file for loans with lenders after being offered admission to the MBA.  We provide support for this process for all eligible students upon admission to the program.

Temple University’s Office of Student Financial Services, assists eligible MBA students in obtaining State and Federal Government grants and guaranteed loans. 

Please email your questions regarding financial aid to sfs@temple.edu

MBA Loan Programs:

Financial Aid for International Students