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Navigating the cost of graduate education is an important part of your decision-making process — and we’re here to help.

As a graduate student, you may be eligible for financial aid options including federal student loans, scholarships, and assistantships.

We recommend applying for financial aid at the same time you apply for admission to MassArt. Once admitted, your financial aid eligibility will be reviewed by our Office of Student Financial Assistance, and your financial aid package will be available in Self Service.

If you have any questions about scholarships or assistantships, please contact gradadmissions@massart.edu.

Tuition & Cost of Attendance

Your Cost of Attendance (COA) is an estimate of both direct costs (tuition and fees) and indirect costs (housing, books, personal expenses, etc.). 

Tuition

All graduate students are charged a flat rate per credit cost of $885, regardless of residency. Student charges vary for each degree program are based on the per credit cost and the average number of credits taken in each academic year.

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Cost of Attendance by Graduate Program

Below, find a breakdown of your cost of attendance by program based on estimated billed (direct) costs and estimated (indirect) expenses like supplies and personal costs.

In addition to tuition charges, consider the following estimated expenses:

Housing and Food: Approximately $17,170
Books and Supplies: Approximately $3,000
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses: Approximately $11,130
Transportation: Approximately $3,486

These estimates vary depending on lifestyle choices and personal circumstances.

Master of Architecture, Track 1 (3-year program)
Master of Architecture, Track 1 (3-year program)Year 1
42 credits		Year 2
48 credits		Year 3
12 credits
Student Charges$37,170$42,480$10,620
Living expenses (housing and food)$17,178$17,178$6,135
Books, course materials, supplies and equipment$3,000$3,000$1,000
Transportation$3,486$3,486$1,245
Miscellaneous personal expenses$11,130$11,130$3,975
TOTALS$71,964$77,274$22,975
Master of Architecture, Track 2
(2-Year Program)		Year 1
48 credits		Year 2
12 credits
Student Charges$42,480$10,620
Living expenses (housing and food)$17,178$6,135
Books, course materials, supplies and equipment$3,000$1,000
Transportation$3,486$1,245
Miscellaneous personal expenses$11,130$3,975
TOTALS$77,274$22,975

Additional fees for specific programs, courses, and late Thesis completion are not included in the listed per-credit fee and the anticipated total program tuition and fees.

  • M.Arch Thesis Continuation Fee – $500 charged to M.Arch students working to complete the Thesis in a term after enrollment in the final thesis course

Master of Arts, 1 Year, BFA/MA 4+1 Program
Master of Arts (1 Year)
BFA/MA 4+1 Program		Year 1
30 credits
Student Charges$26,550
Books, course materials, supplies and equipment $3,000
Living expenses (housing and food)$17,178
Transportation$3,486
Miscellaneous personal expenses$11,130
Totals$61,344

Master of Arts in Teaching, 1 Year Program, BFA/MA 4+1
Master of Arts in Teaching (1 Year)
BFA/MAT 4+1 Program		Year 1
30 credits
Student Charges$26,550
Living expenses (housing and food)$17,178
Books, course materials, supplies and equipment $3,000
Transportation$3,486
Miscellaneous personal expenses$11,130
Totals$61,344
Master of Arts in Teaching, 2-Year Program
Master of Arts in Teaching (2-Year Program)Year 1
18 credits		Year 2
18 credits
Student Charges$15,930$15,930
Living expenses (housing and food)$12,270$11,043
Books, course materials, supplies and equipment $2,000$2,000
Transportation$2,490$2,241
Miscellaneous personal expenses$7,950$7,155
TOTALS$40,640$38,369

Master of Design Innovation
Master of Design, Design InnovationYear 1
31 credits		Year 2
29 credits
Student Charges$27,435$25,665
Living expenses (housing and food)$12,270$12,270
Books, course materials, supplies and equipment$2,000$2,000
Transportation$2,490$2,490
Miscellaneous personal expenses$7,950$7,950
TOTALS$52,145$50,375

Master of Fine Arts Programs (Including DMI, but not Low Residency)
Master of Fine Arts Programs (Including DMI, but not Low Residency)All MFA
Including 2-Year DMI
(Not Low Residency)
30 credits		3-Year MFA-DMI
Year 1
24 credits		3-Year MFA-DMI
Year 2 & 3
18 credits
Student Charges$26,550$21,240$15,930
Living expenses (housing and food)$12,270$12,270$12,270
Books, course materials, supplies and
equipment		$2,000$2,000$2,000
Transportation$2,490$2,490$2,490
Miscellaneous personal expenses$7,950$7,950$7,950
Totals$51,260$45,950$40,640

Additional fees for specific programs, courses, and late Thesis completion are not included in the listed per-credit fee and the anticipated total program tuition and fees.

  • Photography Student Ink Fee – $600 charged in the fall and spring terms to students who are enrolled in the MFA Photography and Post-Baccalaureate Photography programs ($1,200 in an academic year)

Master of Fine Arts, Low Residency Program
Master of Fine Arts, Low ResidencyYear 1
25 credits		Year 2
26 credits		Year 3
9 credits
Student Charges$23,895 $20,355$5,310
Living expenses (housing and food)$17,178$17,178$4,908
Books, course materials, supplies and equipment$3,000$3,000$1,000
Transportation$3,486$3,486$996
Miscellaneous personal expenses$11,130$11,130$3,180
Totals$58,689$55,149$15,394

Health Insurance

If you are enrolled in nine or more credits, you must enroll in the MassArt’s Health Insurance Plans OR submit an insurance waiver.

If your program begins in the summer term, you will be charged for each month you are enrolled in summer classes. 

You will be charged in the fall for the full academic year.

If you apply for financial aid and are accepted to MassArt, you will receive a personalized COA in your financial aid offer based on your residency and living situation

If your circumstances change, please inform the Office of Student Financial Assistance and we can adjust your COA accordingly.

The following expenses may be added to a student’s Cost of Attendance, if applicable:

  • Federal loan fees
  • Professional Licensure, or certification costs
  • Health Insurance
  • Dependent care expenses
  • Disability-related costs
  • Study Abroad expenses
  • Cooperative education costs

ChargeDescription
Tuition (Student Charge)Based on full- or part-time status and residency*
Capital Fee$400/year ($200 per semester)

Charged to every Day Student enrolled for the semester.
Health InsuranceRequired unless waived (for students enrolled in 9+ credits)
Housing ChargeCharged if residing in College Housing for the semester. Rates vary according to Residence Hall & Room configuration.
Dining ChargeCharged if residing in College Housing for the semester. Plan based on Residency Hall & Room enrollment
Late Fee$200 for late registration or unpaid balances

Charged to all students going through late registration, regardless of the cause and/or failure to properly pay or satisfy student accounts by due date.
Returned Check Fee$30 per returned check

*Students must petition for Less-Than Regular Charge if they wish to enroll for 6 credits or less (60% of Regular Charge). Enrollment over 6 credits is full time tuition charge.

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Graduate Types of Financial Aid

We offer several types of aid to help make your education more affordable:

  • MassArt Graduate Scholarships: Merit-based and need-based scholarships for graduate students based on academic achievement and financial need.
  • Graduate Assistantships: Offers paid opportunities for graduate students to gain experience in teaching, research, studio management and/or curatorial support or administration
  • Student Loans: Must be repaid with interest
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How to Apply for Financial Aid
  1. Submit the FAFSA: Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine your eligibility for federal and institutional aid.
  2. Review Your Student Aid Report (SAR). Make sure your information is accurate
  3. Respond to Any Requests: We may need additional documentation to complete your file.
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Do I Qualify?

Eligibility for financial aid at MassArt is based on several factors:

  • Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen.
  • Be enrolled, or accepted for enrollment, in a graduate program at MassArt.
  • Be enrolled at least half-time (six credits per semester).
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Questions? We're Here to Help

Navigating the financial aspects of your education can be complex, but our Office of Student Financial Assistance is here to support you every step of the way.

Financial Aid Counseling 
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