Know the Numbers and Envision the Value.
Learning more about the Cost of Attendance (COA) means you are taking the next step in understanding your investment in yourself.
Academic Year 2025-2026
Wake Forest SPS is committed to making your education attainable and affordable.
| PROGRAMS | TOTAL CREDIT HOURS | TUITION/CREDIT HOUR | TOTAL TUITION* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master’s Degree in Project Management, Digital Marketing, Health Informatics, Financial Technology and Analytics, Communications, Enterprise Risk Management, Public Administration, Public Policy and Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, Information Technology Management, AI Strategy and Innovation, Engineering Management and International Affairs. | 30 | $1,298 | $38,940 |
| Master of Health Administration (MHA) | 36 | $1,298 | $46,728 |
| Master of Curriculum and Instruction, Master of Educational Leadership | 30 | $1,244 | $37,320 |
| Graduate Certificates | 12 | $1,298 | $15,576 |
Note:
Full-time enrollment is 6 credit hours per semester.
Part-time enrollment is 3 credit hours per semester.
*Costs are for the 2025-2026 Academic Year.
Full-time enrollment is 6 credit hours per semester.
Part-time enrollment is 3 credit hours per semester.
*Costs are for the 2025-2026 Academic Year.
Other Academic Costs to Consider
| Expense | COST | CONSIDERATIONS |
|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $840 | This covers necessary academic materials like textbooks, software, and general supplies. Your financial aid eligibility includes and allowance for these items. |
| Rent & Utilities | $21,000 | An estimate for housing and essential utilities (electricity, water, internet). This is a significant part of your Cost of Attendance, reflecting typical living expenses for the academic year. |
| Meals | $6,600 | An allowance for food expenses during your enrollment period. This helps ensure your financial aid package accounts for your basic nutritional needs. |
| Personal Expenses | $4,800 | Covers miscellaneous personal costs such as toiletries, clothing, entertainment, and other day-to-day needs. This ensures your financial aid can support your overall well-being while in school. |
| Transportation | $3,720 | An allowance for travel to and from campus, work, and essential errands. This includes gas, public transit fares, or car maintenance to help you commute efficiently. |
| Loan Fees | $1,333 | Fees associated with federal student loans (origination fees deducted by the government). These are automatically factored into your financial aid when you borrow federal loans. |
| Total Estimated Costs | $36,960 | These essential living and educational expenses are included in your official Cost of Attendance (COA) for financial aid purposes, helping determine your eligibility. |
Additional Information
Tuition is reviewed annually each spring and subject to a 3% to 5% increase.
Health insurance is required by the University for all students and offered as an option for those needing coverage. Please visit edu/sip to see insurance rates for your age band. Dependent coverage is available.
Living expense estimates are based on reasonable cost of living analysis and do not consider existing consumer debt. A student’s total financial aid offer cannot total more than the total Cost of Attendance.
If applicable, Federal loan fees include 1.057% Federal Unsubsidized Loan origination fee and a 4.228% Grad PLUS Loan origination fee.
Adjustments to Cost of Attendance
In limited circumstances, the School of Professional Studies (SPS), Office of Financial Aid & Student Accounts may approve an increase to the Cost of Attendance (COA). Examples of expenses that may be approved include dependent care expenses, unexpected medical bills or disability-related expenses, and one-time computer purchases. All requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis and documentation is required. To request an individual review, please contact the SPS Director of Financial Aid & Student Accounts at spfinaid@wfu.edu.
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