Cost to Attend: Northern Kentucky University, Greater Cincinnati Region

Choosing the right university is one of the most exciting and difficult decisions you will make. At NKU, we know you are looking for a school that is affordable, safe and most importantly, has a reputation for academic excellence and career placement.

At NKU, you can create an experience that is just as unique as you are. It's a place where you'll turn your dreams into your future.

You belong at a university that helps you reach your full potential, and we support you to make the most of your experience.

For Undergraduates

The NKU Undergraduate Net Price Calculator is a guide to help families plan for educational costs at NKU. This calculator will estimate your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and serve as a resource for early financial planning based on cost of attendance figures and student aid eligibility requirements.

You must complete the FAFSA and be admitted to NKU to receive an official financial aid package. The calculator will take approximately 10 minutes to complete.

Tuition Rates

2023-24 Undergraduate	Per credit hour rate	Full Time rate per semester (12-16 hours)
KY Resident	$438	$5,256
Metro⁽¹⁾	$662	$7,944
Indiana Residents ⁽²⁾	$438	$5,256
Ohio Reciprocity ⁽³⁾	$438	$5,256
Non-resident	$879	$10,548
Online Major	$473	N/A
PACE Major	$438	N/A
Dual Credit/School-Based Scholars	$93	N/A

**Additional fees include the mandatory campus rec fee (see complete list of miscellaneous fees) as well as any applicable class fees. Click here to view class fees.

⁽¹⁾ Metro Rate: The former undergraduate Metro rate (prior to Fall 2017 only) is being phased out over the next 6 years. Effective Fall 2019 - New incoming full-time students may be charged the regular non-resident rate but qualify for the EDGE award.

⁽²⁾ Indiana Rate: Degree seeking residents of the following counties in Indiana are eligible for this rate: Dearborn, Franklin, Jefferson, Ohio, Ripley, and Switzerland.

⁽³⁾ Ohio Reciprocity: A special rate for undergraduate students who are working on an initial bachelor's degree and meet ALL of the following three conditions.

a. Are a resident of certain Ohio counties: Adams, Brown, Butler, Clermont, Clinton, Fayette, Hamilton, Highland, or Warren.

b. Have an associate degree from one of the following Ohio institutions: University of Cincinnati (including UC Blue Ash College and UC Clermont College), Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, Clark State Community College, Miami University - Hamilton, Miami University - Middletown or Southern State Community College.

c. Have submitted all necessary credentials to the NKU Office of Undergraduate Admissions by appropriate deadlines. Fall deadline is August 1, spring deadline is December 1, and summer deadline is May 1. The following programs are excluded from this tuition program: Early Childhood Education (Birth - Kindergarten) and Nursing.

NKU has prioritized making their courses affordable for students from all walks of life and every corner of the world to receive the education they deserve. — Cincinnati Enquirer

For Graduates

Award winning programs. Convenient online options. Small class and cohort sizes.

Coupled with our personalized student focus, these features make Northern Kentucky University the premier choice for furthering your education and enhancing your career path.

Our graduate programs are born in theory and grown in practice, giving you the core competencies and the confidence needed to succeed and lead in your career

Tuition Rates

+ 2023-24 General Graduate

2023-24 General Graduate

Per credit hour rate

KY Resident

$567

Graduate Metro⁽⁴⁾

$690

Non-resident

$870

Online

$673

**Additional fees include the mandatory campus rec fee (see complete list of miscellaneous fees) as well as any applicable class fees. Click here to view class fees.

⁽⁴⁾ Graduate Metro Rate: Students who reside in any Ohio or Indiana counties

2023-24 General Graduate	Per credit hour rate
KY Resident	$567
Graduate Metro⁽⁴⁾	$690
Non-resident	$870
Online	$673

+ 2023-24 College of Business Graduate

2023-24 College of Business Graduate	Per credit hour rate
KY Resident	$582
Graduate Metro⁽⁴⁾	$684
Non-resident	$949
Masters of Business Leadership & Innovation (MBLI)	$4,970/semester
MBA International Partnership	$10,000/program
Master of Accountancy - Resident	$525
Master of Accountancy - Ohio/Indiana	$617
Master of Accountancy - Nonresident	$857

**Additional fees include the mandatory campus rec fee (see complete list of miscellaneous fees) as well as any applicable class fees. Click here to view class fees.

⁽⁴⁾ Graduate Metro: Students who reside in any Ohio or Indiana counties.

+ 2023-24 College of Health and Human Services Graduate

2023-24 College of Health and Human Services	Per credit hour rate
Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) (Post-Master's)	$693
DNP for CRNA's (Post-Master's)	$693
DNP - Nursing Anesthesia (resident)	$768
DNP - Nursing Anesthesia (non-resident)	$983
Doctorate in Occupational Therapy	$870
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)	$664
Masters of Science in Exercise Science	$464
Cardiovascular Perfusion	$876
Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Commercialization	$567

2023-24 Masters of Social Work, MA School Counseling &MS Clinical Mental Health Counseling	Per credit hour rate
KY Resident	$631
Graduate Metro⁽⁴⁾	$649
Non-resident	$971

2023-24 Masters of Science in Athletic Training	Per credit hour rate
KY Resident	$520
Graduate Metro⁽⁴⁾	$620
Non-resident	$620

**Additional fees include the mandatory campus rec fee (see complete list of miscellaneous fees) as well as any applicable class fees. Click here to view class fees.

+ 2023-24 Masters of Education

2023-24 Masters of Education & Education Post Masters

Per credit hour rate

$412

**Additional fees include the mandatory campus rec fee (see complete list of miscellaneous fees) as well as any applicable class fees. Click here to view class fees.
+ 2023-24 Doctorate in Education

2023-24 Doctorate in Education

Per credit hour rate

KY Resident

$705 ⁽⁵⁾

Graduate Metro⁽⁴⁾
$827⁽⁵⁾
Non-resident

$1,028 ⁽⁵⁾

**Additional fees include the mandatory campus rec fee (see complete list of miscellaneous fees) as well as any applicable class fees. Click here to view class fees.

⁽⁴⁾ Graduate Metro Rate: Students who reside in any Ohio or Indiana counties.

⁽⁵⁾ Doctorate in Education rate includes $100 per credit hour program fee.
+ 2023-24 Chase College of Law

2023-24 Chase College of Law

Per credit hour rate

Per semester rate (13 - 16 hours)

Resident

$915

$11,895

Non-resident

$1,479

$19,227

MLS

$880

N/A

LLM Program ⁽⁶⁾
$1,034 N/A

**Additional fees include the mandatory campus rec fee (see complete list of miscellaneous fees) as well as any applicable class fees. Click here to view class fees.

⁽⁶⁾ For details see LLM program information.

2023-24 Masters of Education & Education Post Masters	Per credit hour rate
	$412

2023-24 Doctorate in Education	Per credit hour rate
KY Resident	$705 ⁽⁵⁾
Graduate Metro⁽⁴⁾	$827⁽⁵⁾
Non-resident	$1,028 ⁽⁵⁾

2023-24 Chase College of Law	Per credit hour rate	Per semester rate (13 - 16 hours)
Resident	$915	$11,895
Non-resident	$1,479	$19,227
MLS	$880	N/A
LLM Program ⁽⁶⁾	$1,034	N/A

Accelerated Online Majors

NKU offers more than 30 affordable and comprehensive online degrees to fit your busy lifestyle and your goals.We strive to enhance your professional knowledge base and improve your career opportunities through our traditional 16-week or accelerated 7-week courses, as well as our 5-week format for the MBA.

Accelerated Online Major Information

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NKU has prioritized making their courses affordable for students from all walks of life and every corner of the world to receive the education they deserve. — Cincinnati Enquirer

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