Financial Aid & Scholarships
From merit-based scholarships to need-based grants and tuition discounts, we reward your hard work and potential. File your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine your eligibility for federal aid. In addition, we demonstrate our commitment to supporting professional growth through tuition discounts to employees of our partner organizations.
CMU awards over $55 million in grants and scholarships each year, with about 91% of full-time undergraduates receiving financial aid. Students can explore a wide range of scholarship opportunities, including specialized awards like the Innovation and Online/CMU Online Scholarship, which provides $1,200 per year for up to three years. Additional scholarships are available through ROTC, the CMU Alumni Association and CMU Online.
Online Tuition Costs
Undergraduate Cost Per Credit Hour
| Undergraduate Lower-Level (Fewer than 56 credit hours) | Per Credit Hour |
|---|---|
| Standard Undergraduate Rate | $519 |
| Active Military Undergraduate Rate | $250 |
| Undergraduate Upper-Level (56 credit hours or more) | Per Credit Hour |
|---|---|
| Standard Undergraduate Rate | $575 |
| Active Military Undergraduate Rate | $250 |
Graduate Cost Per Credit Hour
| Master’s Courses | Per Credit Hour |
|---|---|
| Standard Graduate Rate | $862 |
| Active Military Graduate Rate | $399 |
| MBA, MSIS, Enterprise Systems Graduate Certificate Rate | $935 |
| Active Military – MBA, MSIS, Enterprise Systems Graduate Certificate Rate | $910 |
| Specialist/Doctoral Courses | Per Credit Hour |
|---|---|
| Education Specialist Rate | $862 |
| Education Specialist Active Military Rate | $399 |
| Doctor of Health Administration | $962 |
| Active Military – Doctor of Health Administration | $908 |
| Doctor of Education | $962 |
| Doctor of Educational Technology | $962 |
*All students are assessed a $225 fee per semester.
**Rates accurate as of 10/29/2026. These rates are designed to help give you an approximate idea of the cost of your education.
***Certain programs and enrollment scenarios may require differences in fees and costs. When you inquire about your program and start your application, your specific costs can be confirmed. Additional semester/course fees may apply.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Request more information below. You will be paired with one of our dedicated enrollment specialists, who will help you explore your options and develop a plan.