Tuition and Financial Aid

Tuition for the 2021-2022 academic year is $1,322 per credit. Our online MS in speech-language pathology program is 54 applied graduate credits. You can expect to pay at least $71,388 in tuition over the course of your program if you are not required to enroll in foundational courses.

Foundational courses will be charged at the current tuition rate of the academic year. You can expect to pay at least $95,184 in tuition over the course of your program if you are enrolled in all 6 foundational courses (18 credits).

Tuition and fees are subject to change and may increase each academic year.

Additional Fees

You can expect to pay additional fees each semester. Students are required to attend two immersions on campus in Boston and are responsible for associated travel and lodging costs.

There is a $30 registration fee assessed on top of tuition per term, and there are requirements that students enrolling in graduate-level coursework will need to pay for and fulfill, such as:

  • A $150 fee for a packet of test protocols, including academic and clinical coursework, used throughout the program;
  • An $85 fee for access to Calipso, a web-based application that enables you to track and document clinical clock hours;
  • A $120 fee to complete health and background checks through CastleBranch in preparation for your clinical placements and on-campus immersion in Boston; and
  • A $400 nonrefundable enrollment deposit.

Scholarships

Scholarships may be available for eligible students enrolling in the program. Speak with your admissions counselor to learn more about scholarship opportunities.

Students should also conduct independent research for external scholarships, tuition assistance, and employer support if applicable.

Outside Scholarship List of Search Engines

Below is a list of private scholarship search engines, gathered for your convenience. Many more opportunities may be found online. Since these scholarships are not offered through Emerson College, any questions should be directed to the corresponding scholarship association. Any scholarships in this list that are available to graduate students will be noted in their descriptions.

Be Cautious

Emerson does not guarantee the validity of the following information or agencies. As with any scholarship you apply for, beware of scams. The Office of Financial Aid warns students to be cautious of scholarship search firms that have any of these elements:

  • You have to pay a fee
  • Money-Back Guarantee
  • Credit Card / Bank Account Information Required
  • Offers Exclusive Information
  • Promises cash if you pay a registration fee
  • Pay a fee and they guarantee you'll win awards
  • Pay a fee and receive a low interest rate education loan
  • Promises to replace loans with grant if you pay a processing fee

Contact us if you have any further questions. Also, you can report scholarship scams to the National Fraud Information Center (NFIC) and file a report online; call their toll-free hotline at 1-800-876-7060 or write to:

National Fraud Information Center
PO BOX 65868
Washington, DC 20035

Some or all of your award may be subject to taxation in accordance with federal, state and other regulations. For general guidance, you may refer to federal regulations included in IRS Publication 970, or contact Accounts Payable at (617) 824-8520.

If you are not a U.S. resident, Emerson College may be required to withhold taxes from your award. Please contact either the Payroll Office or Accounts Payable who will instruct you on the documentation needed to determine if you are eligible for any treaty benefits.

Please consult with an outside tax advisor if you are uncertain of the implications of this award on your personal tax situation. Emerson College is not responsible for any taxes that may arise from this award, and does not provide tax advice.

Federal Financial Aid

US citizens and permanent residents are eligible to apply for federal student aid through the Department of Education. At the graduate level, federal student aid includes the Direct Unsubsidized Loan and the Direct Graduate PLUS Loan.

If you plan to apply, you will need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) with Emerson’s school code: 002146. You will also need to complete Entrance Counseling and electronically sign the Loan Agreement Master Promissory Note on the Federal Student Aid website.

View our financial aid checklist here.

For more information about financial aid, visit the Financial Aid page on our college website.