Tuition and Cost Estimates
This information is provided to assist you in estimating your monthly budget and managing your available financial resources (e.g., employment earnings, financial aid and assistance from family members) for the academic year. You should refer to the base expense budget for one term below when estimating your expenses.
Tuition for Doctoral & Master's Degrees
| Degree Program | Average Tuition Per Trimester | Estimated Books and Supplies | Average Total Cost Per Trimester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine (DC) | $16,244 | $500 | $16,744 |
| Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (ND) | $16,440 | $500 | $16,940 |
| Doctor of Acupuncture (DAc) | $10,971 | $500 | $11,471 |
| Doctor of Acupuncture Completion (DAc-C) | $5,895 | $250 | $6,145 |
| Master of Acupuncture (MAc) | $10,521 | $500 | $11,021 |
| Master of Acupuncture in Herbal Medicine (MAc-HM) | $10,988 | $500 | $11,488 |
| Master of Science in Advanced Clinical Practice (MSACP) | $3,930 | $250 | $4,180 |
| Master of Science in Diagnostic Imaging (MSDI) |
The DC program is 10-trimesters with 248 total credits at $655 per credit hour.
The ND program is 10-trimesters with 251 total credits at $655 per credit hour.
The DAc program is 8-trimesters with 134 total credits at $655 per credit hour.
The DAc-C program is 3-trimesters with 27 total credits at $655 per credit hour.
The MAc program is 6-trimesters with 107 total credits at $590 per credit hour.
The MAc-HM program is 8-trimesters with 149 total credits at $590 per credit hour.
The MSACP program is 6-trimesters with 36 total credits at $655 per credit hour.
The MSDI program is 9-trimesters with 51 total credits. Tuition for the masters program is waived for students completing the residency.
Diagnostic Kit cost for DC-IL and ND is $1,203 (estimated) one-time, in the first trimester only. For DC-FL, MAc and DAc Diagnostic Kit fees, please see the NUHS Bulletin.
Individual programs and select courses may have additional fees; consult the current NUHS Bulletin for a detailed list of all fees.
Tuition for Undergraduate Programs
| Program | Average Tuition Per Trimester | Estimated Books and Supplies | Average Cost Per Trimester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science Program | $7,968* | $400 | $8,368 |
| Prerequisite Program | Varies by student based on individual requirements |
*Average tuition per trimester for the BS program reflects enrollment of 16 credit hours.
The BS program varies in length with 124 total credits (requiring 64 credit hours earned at NUHS) at $498 per credit hour.
The Prerequisite program differs by student based on individual requirements at $498 per credit hour.
Credit hour requirements for the BS and Prerequisite programs vary by student. Prospective students are encouraged to contact the Office of Admissions for an individualized tuition estimate; current students are directed to consult their academic advisor.
Individual programs and select courses may have additional fees; consult the current NUHS Bulletin for a detailed list of all fees.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
Financing your education at National University may be easier than you think. Most of our students qualify for student loans and assistance. In fact, close to 80% of our students rely on some form of financial aid.
How Budgets are Calculated
Incoming student budgets are initially created assuming full-time enrollment in the program, as listed in the NUHS Bulletin. The award letter lists the amount of aid the applicant is eligible to receive for the academic period. Depending on the initial term of enrollment, aid is offered over one, two or three trimesters. For example, a student beginning in the fall trimester will receive an award letter containing aid for three terms; whereas, for a student beginning in summer, the award letter would only list one trimester, as the fall begins a new financial aid year.
Living Allowance
In addition to budgeted amounts for tuition, fees, books, and supplies, additional funds for Living Allowances are provided in the financial aid award. The Living Allowance is a fixed amount per trimester based on an average cost depending on the living situation of the applicant. This includes allowances for rent, utilities, food, transportation, and personal expenses. Financial aid funds are to be used solely for educational expenses. In no circumstances will non-educational expenses be included in the cost of attendance. These expenses include items such as car payments, credit card payments, recreation, higher than normal rent/mortgage, spousal insurance, moving expenses, and security deposits.
It is important for an applicant to establish his or her personal budget within the standard allowance limits. The ability for an applicant to obtain the full amount of the living allowance is generally based on his or her willingness and ability to borrow from credit-based loan programs.