Graduate Tuition 

We seek to provide a graduate education that builds on your undergraduate education and professional experiences while maintaining an affordable pathway to an advanced degree tailored to meet the dynamic professional, academic, and industry needs of today. 

Our graduate tuition rates vary by program and are charged per credit hour across the lifespan of the program. We encourage professional students to inquire with their employer about tuition reimbursement options. 

Doctoral Programs

Program Tuition
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) $900
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Nurse Anesthesia $900 (+$100/hr for DNP specialty courses)
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Year 1: SU I: $11,000 FA II: $18,000 SP III: $18,000 Year 2: SU IV: $11,000 FA V: $18,000 SP VI: $18,000 Year 3: SU VII: $9,000 FA VIII: $11,000 SP IX: $11,000
Ed.D. $900
Ph.D. in Education, Leadership in Higher Education $900
Ph.D. in Education, Social Change $900
Ph.D. in Health Professions $900

Masters & Special Programs

Program Tuition
Advanced Business Analytics Certificate $820
Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate $820
Master of Arts in Communication $820
Master of Arts in Education $435
Master of Arts in Software Engineering $820
Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) $700
Master of Business Administration – Early Entry MBA Varies
Master of Business Administration – Online $820
Master of Business Administration – Executive $1300
Master of Education in Higher Education Leadership $700
Master of Health Sciences (MHS) $820
Master of Science in Athletic Training $820
Master of Science in Clinical Psychology $700
Master of Science in Digital Media $820
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) $820 (+$85/hr for AGACNP specialty courses)
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Family Nurse Practitioner $820 (+$85/hr for FNP specialty courses)
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner $820 (+$85/hr for PMHNP specialty courses)
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN): Education and Administration Tracks $820
Master of Science in Respiratory Therapy $700
Master of Science in Digital Media $820
Rank I $435

Second Degree Programs

course fees only, no comprehensive fee

Program Tuition
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing $905
Accounting Certificate $700
Radiation Therapy $700

Alumni Rates

In appreciation of our Bellarmine graduates, we offer a discounted rate for students who return to continue their education. Alumni receive a 20% discount on master's programs and a 15% discount on Doctorate programs. Students who pursue early entry programs and begin their graduate studies prior to graduating from their undergraduate degree are not eligible for the alumni discount. The alumni discount cannot be applied to the Doctor of Nursing Practice, Nurse Anesthetist and Doctor of Physical Therapy programs. 

Partnership Rates

We offer 20% off master's and 15% off doctoral programs for affiliates of partner organizations and institutions excluding Nurse Anesthetist and Doctor of Physical Therapy programs. 


Degree Completion

Program Tuition
Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Studies $500 (includes OnCourse)

Audit and Prerequisites

Program Tuition
Prerequisites $500
Course Auditing $1,000/course
Applies to all courses Student responsible for course fees

All fees and prices are subject to change. Please check with the respective departments for the most current pricing.