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Tuition and Costs

There are many factors to consider when choosing a graduate program and cost is certainly one of them. Learn more about HGSE's academic programs in addition to our tuition and cost of attendance.

Tuition Charges

The following tuition and fee charges are in effect for the 2024-2025 academic year and are subject to change for future years. Tuition and fee charges for the 2025-2026 academic year are published in March 2025. Summary (PDF) of tuition and cost information for the current 2023-2024 academic year.

FULL-TIME STUDENTSPer Academic Year$60,102
PART-TIME STUDENTSPer Academic Year$30,051
STUDENT ACTIVITY FEEPer Academic Year$75
HEALTH INSURANCE FEES (STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN + STUDENT HEALTH FEE)Per Academic Year$5,794

HGSE is committed to helping you achieve your academic and career goals – and offers many financial aid options to support you.

Full Cost Details

Please note the Standard Student Budget includes actual tuition and fee amounts as well as estimated allowances for related educational expenses. Tuition and Health Insurance Fees are expenses that are directly billed to students, while all other categories are estimated allowances that should not be exceeded. Financial aid eligibility is determined using the following standard cost estimates, updated estimates are published annually in March for the upcoming academic year. Summary (PDF) of tuition and cost information for the current 2023-2024 academic year.

Standard Residential Ed.M. & C.A.S. Budget for the 2024-2025 Academic Year (10 months)Full-TimePart-Time
TUITION$60,102$30,051
HOUSING & FOOD$27,050$27,050
HEALTH INSURANCE FEES$5,794$5,794
STUDENT ACTIVITY FEE$75$75
BOOKS, COURSE MATERIALS, SUPPLIES, & EQUIPMENT (including HGSE Document Fee)$320$270
PERSONAL EXPENSES$5,063$5,063
TRANSPORTATION$1,540$1,540
FEDERAL LOAN FEES (U.S. Citizens & Permanent Residents Only)$216$216
TOTAL RESIDENTIAL Ed.M. STUDENT BUDGET$100,160$ 70,059

Standard Part-Time Online Ed.M. Student Budget for the 2024-2025 Academic Year (10 months) 
TUITION$30,052
HOUSING & FOOD $27,050
HEALTH INSURANCE FEES (optional fee-based insurance available)$0
BOOKS, COURSE MATERIALS, SUPPLIES, & EQUIPMENT (including HGSE Document Fee)$270
PERSONAL EXPENSES$5,063
TRANSPORTATION$640
FEDERAL LOAN FEES (U.S. Citizens & Permanent Residents Only)$216
TOTAL ONLINE Ed.M. STUDENT BUDGET$63,291

Standard Full-Time Ed.L.D. Student Budget for the 2024-2025 Academic Year (9/10 Months)   
 Ed.L.D. Year 1Ed.L.D. Year 2*Ed.L.D. Year 3
TUITION$60,102^$60,102^$30,051^
HOUSING & FOOD$24,345$27,050$24,345
HEALTH INSURANCE FEES$5,794^$5,794^$5,794^
STUDENT ACTIVITY FEE$75$75---
BOOKS, COURSE MATERIALS, SUPPLIES, & EQUIPMENT (including HGSE Document Fee)$320$320---
PERSONAL EXPENSES$4,549$5,625$4,549
TRANSPORTATION$1,446$1,700$1,446
TOTAL Ed.L.D. STUDENT BUDGET$96,631$100,666$66,185

^ Ed.L.D. students receive a guaranteed funding package to cover these costs.

* Year 2 in the Ed.L.D Program is a 10 month academic year, while Years 1 and 3 are 9 month academic years.

For full details regarding Ph.D. Program costs, visit the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS) Cost of Attendance.

Tuition and Fees

Tuition and fee costs are subject to change and are determined each year. Please be aware that future tuition costs, fees, and standard student budget amounts may differ from year to year. Updated figures will be published on this website and in future editions of the Financing Your Education guide, which is updated on a yearly basis. Information regarding health insurance fees, coverage, and waivers can be found on the Harvard University Student Health Program website. Online part-time Ed.M. students will not be automatically enrolled into the comprehensive student health insurance program. Information regarding billing and payment dates can be found through Harvard Student Accounts.

Questions regarding tuition and course credit policies can be directed to the HGSE Office of the Registrar.