Tuition, Fees and Expenses
Undergraduate
Undergraduate Tuition 2024–2025 |
|
Tuition |
Cost |
Rosary College of Arts and Sciences |
|
| Undergraduate students, full time (12–18 credit hours) | $19,164.00 per semester |
| Part time (1–11 credit hours or over 18 credit hours), Spring and Fall semesters | $1,277.00 per credit hour |
| Undergraduate and Post-bacc; Summer 2024 (taught at River Forest campus only) | $638.00 per credit hour |
Brennan School of Business |
|
| Undergraduate students, full time (12–18 credit hours) | $19,164.00 per semester |
| Part time (1–11 credit hours or over 18 credit hours), Spring and Fall semesters | $1,277.00 per credit hour |
| Undergraduate and Post-bacc; Summer 2024 (taught at River Forest campus only) | $638.00 per credit hour |
| Evening BBA (up to 18 credits; maximum at full-time undergraduate rate) | $1,277.00 per credit hour |
College of Applied Social Sciences |
|
| Bachelor of Professional Studies | $490.00 per credit hour |
| Continuing Studies Prior Learning Portfolio Fee | $125.00 per credit hour |
Borra College of Health Sciences |
|
| Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Undergraduate students, full time (12–18 credit hours) | $19,164.00 per semester |
| Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Part time (1–11 credit hours or over 18 credit hours), Spring and Fall semesters | $1,277.00 per credit hour |
| RN-BSN Program | $350 per credit hour |
| Post-baccalaureate (pre-medical) | $1,035 per credit hour |
| Post-baccalaureate (ADA) | $1,035 per credit hour |
Undergraduate Fees: 2024–2025 |
|
Fees |
Cost |
| Full-time New Student Fee | $150 (one-time fee) |
| Part-time New Student Fee | $25 (one-time fee) |
| Student Fee: Full-time Undergraduate | $250 per semester |
| Student Fee: Part-time Undergraduate | $65 per course/$250 maximum |
| Student Fee: Part-time class | $20 |
| Art Lab Fee; can vary by course | $50-$80 per class |
| Apparel Lab Fee; can vary by course | $50 per class |
| CASS Lab Fee; can vary by course | $50 per class |
| Music Lessons; can vary by course | $150–$450 per credit hour |
| Nursing: ATI Carp Fee | $1,300 (one-time fee) |
| Nursing Lab Fee | $50–$165 per class |
| Nursing: Skills Bag | $200 (one-time fee) |
| Nutrition Lab Fee | $125–$250 per class |
| Science Lab Fee | $50 per class |
| Theatre Lab Fee | $50 per class |
| Degree Fee | $100 (per degree) |
| Late Application for Graduation | $25 |
| Tuition Deposit (new students) | $200 |
| Housing Deposit (new students) | $200 |
| Housing Deposit (returning students) | $50 |
| Tuition Remission Fee | $30 per class |
| Credit Card Convenience Fee | 2% |
Room and Board: 2024–2025 |
|
Room Style |
Annual Pricing |
| Power Single | $7,500 |
| Power Double & Triple | $6,500 |
| Coughlin Single | $7,100 |
| Coughlin Double | $6,500 |
| Mazzuchelli Single | $7,200 |
| Murray Double Cluster as a Single | $8,300 |
| Murray Suite: Single | $8,700 |
| Murray Suite: Double | $7,800 |
| Murray Hall Double Cluster | $7,500 |
| Other housing options are available. Please contact us if you would like more information. | |
Board |
Pricing: Annual |
| All Resident Meal Plans | $5,100 |
| Gold Star Plan: 19 meals a week/$200 Dining Dollars | |
| Blue Star Plan: 15 meals a week/$400 Dining Dollars | |
| Silver Star Plan: 10 meals a week/$600 Dining Dollars | |
| Commuter Flex Dollars | $100 |
Student Accounts |
|
Fees |
Cost |
| Deferment Fee | $90 per semester |
| Finance Charge | 1% per month |
| NSF Check Fee | $30 per occurrence |
Campus Safety and Security |
|
Fees |
Cost |
| Annual Parking Sticker | $50–$100 |
| Replacement ID: Resident or Commuter | $25 |
Library |
|
Fees |
Cost |
| Lost Book | $35 per occurrence |
| Copy Machine | $0.10 per page |
| Interlibrary Loan Articles | $0.10 per page |
| Microfilm Copy Machine | $0.10 per page |
| Late Book (non-Dominican student) | $0.05 per day |
Office of the Registrar |
|
Fees |
Cost |
| Transcript | $15 |
| Diploma Replacement | $25 |
Books
Student Accounts offers each student a $500 line of credit at the bookstore, which is available the day after you register for classes and once the books for the semester become available. If you have enough financial aid to cover your purchase then no additional steps need to be taken. If not, please contact Stars Connect to discuss your payment options or review your account online to view the update to your payment plan.
Books and supplies are an additional out of pocket expense that is not included in the cost of tuition. Such expenses may range from $300 to $600 per semester, depending on the student's major and class load. Visit the Stepan Bookstore online.
Student Health Insurance
Students who do not have health insurance should visit the Wellness Center in Coughlin 022 for assistance in navigating your health insurance options.
Undergraduate Tuition 2025–2026Rosary College of Arts and Sciences, Borra College of Health Sciences, Brennan School of Business |
|
Tuition |
Cost |
| Undergraduate students, full time (12–18 credit hours) | $19,979 per semester |
| Part time (1–11 credit hours or over 18 credit hours), Fall and Spring semesters | $1,331 per credit hour |
| Undergraduate and Post-bacc; Summer 2025 tuition rate (taught at River Forest campus only) | $638 per credit hour |
| Undergraduate and Post-bacc; Summer 2026 tuition rate (taught at River Forest campus only) | $665 per credit hour |
Other Programs |
|
Borra College of Health Sciences |
|
| RN-BSN Program | $550 per credit hour |
| Post-baccalaureate (pre-medical) | $1,035 per credit hour |
| Post-baccalaureate (ADA) | $1,035 per credit hour |
Brennan School of Business |
|
| Evening BBA (up to 18 credits max to full-time undergraduate rate) | $1,331 per credit hour |
College of Applied Social Sciences |
|
| Bachelor of Professional Studies | $490 per credit hour |
| Continuing Studies Prior Learning Portfolio | $490 per credit hour |
| Student Fee per Semester | $80 |
Undergraduate Associate's: Chicago Campus |
|
| Associate students (12-18 credits) | $7,000 per semester |
| Associate students: Board Plan | $3,500 per semester |
| Cyber Certificates | |
| IT Fundamentals PRO | $600 per certificate |
| Systems Security PRO | $640 per certificate |
| Digital Forensics/Cyber Defense PRO | $650 per certificate |
| Ethical Hacker PRO | $650 per certificate |
Undergraduate Fees: 2025–2026 |
|
Fees |
Cost |
| Full-time New Student Fee | $150 (one-time fee) |
| Part-time New Student Fee | $25 (one-time fee) |
| Student Fee: Full-time Undergraduate | $250 per semester |
| Student Fee: Part-time Undergraduate | $65 per course/$250 maximum |
| Student Fee: Part-time class | $20 |
| Art Lab Fee; can vary by course | $50-$80 per class |
| Apparel Lab Fee; can vary by course | $50 per class |
| CASS Lab Fee; can vary by course | $50 per class |
| Music Lessons; can vary by course | $150–$450 per credit hour |
| Nursing: ATI Carp Fee | Up to $1,300 |
| Nursing: Lab Fee | $50-$165 per class |
| Nursing: Skills Bag | Up to $200 (one-time fee) |
| Nutrition Lab Fee | $125–$250 per class |
| Science Lab Fee; can vary by course | $50 per class |
| Theatre Lab Fee | $50 per class |
| Degree Fee | $100 |
| Late Application for Graduation | $25 |
| Tuition Deposit (new students) | $200 |
| Housing Deposit (new students) | $200 |
| Housing Deposit (returning students) | $50 |
| Tuition Remission Fee | $30 per class |
| Credit Card Convenience Fee | 2% (2.25% effective 9/1/2025) |
Room and Board: 2025–2026 |
|
Room Style |
Cost (Fall and Spring Semesters) |
| Power Single | $3,800 per semester |
| Power Double & Triple | $3,300 per semester |
| Coughlin Single | $3,600 per semester |
| Coughlin Double | $3,300 per semester |
| Mazzuchelli Single | $3,650 per semester |
| Murray Double Cluster as a Single | $4,200 per semester |
| Murray Suite: Single | $4,400 per semester |
| Murray Suite: Double | $3,950 per semester |
| Murray Hall Double Cluster | $3,800 per semester |
| Murray Hall Triple Cluster | $3,300 per semester |
| Summer Room Rates: River Forest (Sun-Sat) | $100 per week |
| Summer Room Rates: Chicago (Sun-Sat) | $100 per week |
Board Plan (Food) |
Cost (Fall and Spring Semesters) |
| All Resident Meal Plans | $2,600 per semester |
| Gold Star Plan: 19 meals a week/$200 Dining Dollars | |
| Blue Star Plan: 15 meals a week/$400 Dining Dollars | |
| Silver Star Plan: 10 meals a week/$600 Dining Dollars | |
| Commuter Flex Dollars | Varies |
Other Fees |
|
Tuition |
|
Fees |
Cost |
| Deferment Fee | $90 per semester |
| Finance Charge | 1% per month |
| NSF Check Fee | $35 per occurrence |
Campus Safety and Security |
|
Fees |
Cost |
| Annual Parking Sticker | $50–$100 |
| Replacement ID: Resident or Commuter | $25 |
Health and Wellness |
|
| Immunization Fine | $75 |
Library |
|
Fees |
Cost |
| Lost Book (per book) | Replacement Cost ($15 minimum fee) |
Office of the Registrar |
|
Fees |
Cost |
| Transcript Fee | $15 |
| Diploma Replacement Fee | $25 |
Books
The university offers each student a $500 line of credit at the bookstore, which is available the day after you register for classes and once the books for the semester become available. Please see the Stars Connect Office for information. If you have enough financial aid to cover your purchase then no additional steps need to be taken. If not, please contact Stars Connect to discuss your payment options or review your account online to view the update to your payment plan.
Books and supplies are an additional out of pocket expense that is not included in the cost of tuition. Such expenses may range from $100 to $800 per semester, depending on the student's major and class load. Visit the Stepan Bookstore online.
Student Health Insurance
Students who do not have health insurance should visit the Wellness Center in Coughlin 022 for assistance in navigating your health insurance options.
Graduate
Graduate Tuition 2024–2025 |
|
Program |
Cost* |
Brennan School of Business |
|
| Master of Business Administration | $889 per credit hour |
| Master of Science in Accounting | $525 per credit hour |
| Master of Science in Healthcare Management | $889 per credit hour |
| Dietetics Classes (MBA-RD program) | $750 per credit hour |
| Dual Degree Programs | See below |
| *Dominican University Alumni: 20% discount; BSB Alumni Audit Policy: 50% discount | |
Rosary College of Arts and Sciences |
|
| Master of Science in Software Development | $700 per credit hour |
| Translation and Interpretation Certificate | $550 per credit hour |
School of Information Studies |
|
| Master's Degree Programs | $850 per credit hour |
| PhD Program | $850 per credit hour |
| PhD Dissertation | $500 per credit hour |
| Dual Degree Programs | See below |
| *Dominican University Alumni: 20% discount, excluding the PhD program; SOIS Alumni Audit Policy: 100% discount | |
School of Education |
|
| Master's Degree Programs | $550 per credit hour |
| Master of Arts in Education (elevation) | $425 per credit hour |
| Endorsements: Technology Specialist, Learning Behavior Specialist I | $425 per credit hour |
| Endorsements: ESL/Bilingual | $225 per credit hour |
| Alternative Licensure | $686 per credit hour |
| Professional Educators License (Two semesters) | $3,012.50 per semester |
| *Dominican University Alumni: 20% discount; SOE Alumni Audit Policy: 100% discount | |
School of Social Work |
|
| Master of Social Work | $850 per credit hour |
| Dual Degree Programs | See below |
| *Dominican University Alumni: 20% discount; SSW Alumni Audit Policy: 100% discount | |
College of Applied Social Sciences |
|
| Master of Arts in Mediation and Conflict Resolution | $625 per credit hour |
| Master of Arts in Trauma-Informed Leadership | $625 per credit hour |
| PhD in Applied Social Justice | $850 per credit hour |
| PhD Dissertation | $500 per credit hour |
| Dual Degree Programs | See below |
| Dominican University Alumni: 20% discount (except PhD); CASS Alumni only Audit Policy: 100% discount | |
Borra College of Health Sciences |
|
| Master of Science in Nutrition | $700 per credit hour |
| Master of Science in Nutrition with Coordinated Program in Dietetics | $750 per credit hour |
| Individual Supervised Practice Pathway (ISPP) Certificate | $750 per credit hour |
| Individual Supervised Practice Pathway (Distant ISPP) | $8,800 total program cost |
| Physician Assistant Studies (Matriculation January 2022) | $920 per credit hour |
| Physician Assistant Studies (Matriculation January 2023) | $950 per credit hour |
| Physician Assistant Studies (Matriculation January 2024) | $990 per credit hour |
| Physician Assistant Studies (Matriculation January 2025) | $1,010 per credit hour |
| Dominican University Alumni: no discount; PAS Alumni Audit Policy: 100% discount | |
Note: Dual Degree ProgramsStudents enrolled in dual-degree programs between two schools or colleges at Dominican will be charged per credit hour per course, according to the program that offers each particular course. For example, a student registered in a School of Information Studies and a School of Social Work course will be billed tuition for each course of the school or college offering that course. |
|
Graduate Fees: 2024–2025 |
|
Fee |
Cost |
| Alternative Licensure Fee (per semester) | $80 |
| Brennan School of Business: MGMT 601 Course Fee; non-refundable | $250 |
| Degree Fee | $100 |
| Degree Late Application for Graduation | $25 |
| LIS 728 Course Fee | $1,005 |
| Matriculation Fee (one time per program) | $25 |
| Nutrition Lab Fees | $125-$250 |
| Physician Assistant Clinical Travel Fee (annual) | $300 |
| Physician Assistant Lab Fee (per semester) | $172 |
| Professional Educators License Fee (per semester) | $80 |
| Student Fee: Full-time Graduate (maximum) | $250 |
| Student Fee: Part-time Graduate per course | $85 |
| Student Teaching Fee (collected at time of application) | $50 |
| Deferment Fee (per semester) | $90 |
| Returned Payment Fee per occurrence (check, ACH, Wire) | $30 |
| Finance fee on unpaid balances: 1% per month | 1% |
| Transcript Fee (per occurrence) | $15 |
| Diploma Replacement Fee (per occurrence) | $25 |
| Tuition Remission Fee per course (for faculty and staff) | $30 |
| Campus Safety: Parking Sticker (annual) | $50 |
| Campus Safety: Commuter and Resident ID Replacement | $25 |
| Library Fees: Lost Book Fee (per book) | $50 |
| Library Fees: Copy and Other Library Fees | $1-$10 |
Student Health Insurance
Students who do not have health insurance should visit the Wellness Center in Coughlin 022 for assistance in navigating your health insurance options.
Graduate Tuition 2025–2026 (effective Summer 2025 term) |
|
Program |
Cost |
Brennan School of Business |
|
| Master of Business Administration | $889 per credit hour |
| Master of Science in Accounting | $535 per credit hour |
| Master of Science in Healthcare Management | $889 per credit hour |
| Dietetics Classes (MBA-RD program) | $750 per credit hour |
| Dual Degree Programs | See below |
| Dominican University Alumni: 20% discount; BSB Alumni Audit Policy: 50% discount | |
Rosary College of Arts and Sciences |
|
| Master of Science in Software Development | $700 per credit hour |
| Translation and Interpretation Certificate | $550 per credit hour |
School of Information Studies |
|
| Master's Degree Programs | $850 per credit hour |
| PhD Program | $850 per credit hour |
| PhD Dissertation | $500 per credit hour |
| Dual Degree Programs | See below |
| Dominican University Alumni: 20% discount, excluding the PhD program; SOIS Alumni Audit Policy: 100% discount | |
School of Education |
|
| Master's Degree Programs | $550 per credit hour |
| Master of Arts in Education (elevation) | $425 per credit hour |
| Endorsements: Technology Specialist, Learning Behavior Specialist I | $425 per credit hour |
| Endorsement: ESL/Bilingual | $225 per credit hour |
| Alternative Licensure | $686 per credit hour |
| Professional Educators License (two semesters) | $3,012.50 per semester |
| Dominican University Alumni: 20% discount; SOE Alumni Audit Policy: 100% discount | |
School of Social Work |
|
| Master of Social Work | $850 per credit hour |
| Dual Degree Programs | See below |
| Dominican University Alumni: 20% discount; SSW Alumni Audit Policy: 100% discount | |
College of Applied Social Sciences |
|
| Master of Arts in Mediation and Conflict Resolution | $645 per credit hour |
| Master of Arts in Trauma-Informed Leadership | $645 per credit hour |
| PhD in Applied Social Justice | $850 per credit hour |
| PhD Dissertation | $500 per credit hour |
| Dual Degree Programs | See below |
| Dominican University Alumni: 20% discount, except PhD program; CASS Alumni only Audit Policy: 100% discount | |
Borra College of Health Sciences |
|
| Master of Science in Nutrition | $700 per credit hour |
| Master of Science in Nutrition with Coordinated Program in Dietetics | $750 per credit hour |
| Individual Supervised Practice Pathway (ISPP) Certificate | $750 per credit hour |
| Individual Supervised Practice Pathway (Distant ISPP) | $8,800 total program cost |
| Physician Assistant Studies (Matriculation January 2023) | $950 per credit hour |
| Physician Assistant Studies (Matriculation January 2024) | $990 per credit hour |
| Physician Assistant Studies (Matriculation January 2025) | $1,010 per credit hour |
| Physician Assistant Studies (Matriculation January 2026) | $1,040 per credit hour |
| Dominican University Alumni: no discount; PAS Alumni Audit Policy: 100% discount | |
Note: Dual Degree ProgramsStudents enrolled in dual-degree programs between two schools or colleges at Dominican will be charged per credit hour per course, according to the program that offers each particular course. For example, if you are registered for classes from both the School of Information Studies and the School of Social Work, tuition for each course will reflect the tuition rate of the school or college offering that course. |
|
Graduate Fees: 2025–2026 |
|
Fee |
Cost |
| Alternative Licensure Fee (per semester) | $80 |
| Brennan School of Business: MGMT 601 Course Fee; non-refundable | $250 |
| Degree Fee | $100 |
| Degree Late Application for Graduation | $25 |
| Course Fee LIS 728 | $1,005 |
| Matriculation Fee (one time per program) | $25 |
| Nutrition Lab Fees | $125-$250 |
| Physician Assistant Clinical Travel Fee (annual) | $300 |
| Physician Assistant Lab Fee (per semester) | $172 |
| Professional Educators License Fee (per semester) | $80 |
| Student Fee: Full-time graduate (maximum) | $250 |
| Student Fee: Part-time graduate per course | $85 |
| Student Teaching Fee (collected at the time of application) | $50 |
| Deferment Fee (per semester) | $90 |
| Returned Payment Fee per occurrence (check, ACH, wire) | $35 |
| Finance Fee on unpaid balances: 1% per month | 1% |
| Transcript Fee (per occurrence) | $15 |
| Diploma Replace Fee (per occurrence) | $25 |
| Tuition Remission Fee per course (for faculty and staff) | $30 |
| Campus Safety: Parking Sticker (annual) | $50-$100 |
| Campus Safety: Commuter and Resident ID Replacement | $25 |
| Library Fee: Lost Book Fee (per book) | Replacement Cost ($15 minimum fee) |
| Library Fees: Copy and other fees | $1-$10 |
| Immunization Fee | $75 |
| Credit Card Convenience Fee | 2% (2.25% effective 9/1/25) |
BooksStudent Accounts offers each student a $500 line of credit at the bookstore, which is available the day after you register for classes and once the books for the semester become available. If you have enough financial aid to cover your purchase then no additional steps need to be taken. If not, please contact Stars Connect to discuss your payment options or review your account online to view the update to your payment plan. Books and supplies are an additional out of pocket expense that is not included in the cost of tuition. Such expenses may range from $300 to $600 per semester, depending on the student's major and class load. Visit the Stepan Bookstore online. Student Health InsuranceStudents who do not have health insurance should visit the Wellness Center in Coughlin 022 for assistance in navigating your health insurance options. |
|