Brandeis Online
Tuition and Fees
Make an investment in your future. Choose Brandeis Online to advance your career.
Brandeis consistently ranks among the nation's top universities per U.S. News & World Report, so you can be confident your degree is from a rigorous and respected institution. To help plan your Brandeis journey, we've collected all the information you need about tuition and fees below.
Tuition
2025-26 Academic Year
Master's Degrees
| Type of Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Cost per credit | $1,220 |
| Course materials fee (select courses) | $25-$100 |
| Enrollment deposit | $500* |
| Total cost of 30 credit degree | $36,600** |
Master's Certificates
| Type of Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Cost per credit | $1,220 |
| Enrollment deposit | $500* |
| Total cost of 12 credit certificate | $14,640** |
*Newly admitted students must pay a $500 nonrefundable deposit to secure their spot in the program. The $500 deposit will be applied toward the student's first course.
**Total costs is based on a 30 credit Master's degree and a 12 credit Master's certificate, the total number of credits varies by program. Total cost of the program excludes books and course materials, and tuition is reassessed each academic year.
Payment Options
Federal Loans
You may qualify for a Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan or Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loan if you are:
- Enrolled in a master's degree program. Master's certificates are not eligible for financial aid.
- Registered for one course in each session per term and actively working toward completing your degree requirements, you may be eligible for federal financial aid.
Private Loans
If you are enrolled in only one class per term or take classes as a non-degree student, you may still be eligible for credit-based private loans.