Graduate Students
Tuition for graduate studies at Valparaiso University is extremely competitive. As one of the highest ranked institutions in the Midwest, our costs are lower than many other private universities in the region. Here are the per credit hour costs for our graduate degree programs. The total cost of a graduate degree varies by the specific requirements of each graduate program. Please consult the Graduate Catalog or contact the Graduate School directly for detailed credit hour requirements and any other associated fees.
2025-2026 Graduate Tuition Costs Per Credit Hour
|
Program |
Credit Hour Fee |
|---|---|
|
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| Graduate degrees – Master’s programs | $734 |
|
Master of Science in Nursing |
$715 |
|
Master of Public Health |
$715 |
|
Occupational Therapy |
$715 |
|
Occupational Therapy Doctorate (Entry-Level) |
$715 |
|
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (DrOT – Post Professional) |
$715 |
|
Doctor of Nursing Practice |
$715 |
|
Physician Assistant Program |
|
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Master of Healthcare Administration |
$715 |
|
Master of Business Administration (MBA) |
$2,500 per course |
2024-2025 Graduate Tuition Costs Per Credit Hour
|
Program |
Credit Hour Fee |
|---|---|
|
Graduate degrees – Master’s programs |
$706 |
|
Graduate courses – Certificate programs |
$650 |
|
Master of Science in Nursing |
$715 |
|
Master of Public Health |
$715 |
|
Occupational Therapy |
$715 |
|
Occupational Therapy Doctorate (Entry-Level) |
$715 |
|
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (DrOT – Post Professional) |
$715 |
|
Doctor of Nursing Practice |
$715 |
|
Physician Assistant Program |
|
|
Master of Healthcare Administration |
$715 |
|
Master of Business Administration (MBA) |
$2,500 per course |