Every student has a unique story and set of circumstances. Financing your education is a huge decision, and we are here to help.
Graduate Tuition and Fees
Graduate tuition rates are determined by the program the student is enrolled in. The number of credit hours you are registered for determines your enrollment status.
Students must be enrolled in a degree or certificate program to receive the tuition rate. Students taking classes for personal enrichment or not enrolled in a formal program will be charged the Boler College of Business, the College of Arts and Sciences, or College of Health published rates.
2025–2026 Graduate School Tuition by Credit Hour
| Full Cost of Attendance | Cost Per Credit Hour |
|---|---|
| Boler College of Business | $1,185 |
| College of Arts and Sciences | $900 |
| College of Arts and Sciences: Education Programs | $730 |
| College of Health* | $900 |
| Nonprofit Administration | $700 |
| Theology & Religious Studies | $644 |
| Post-Baccalaureate Programs | $900 |
*Includes M.Ed. in School Counseling
Payment Options: We offer a variety of planning strategies and payment options for tuition and fees. View Payment Options
Types of Graduate Aid
John Carroll is committed to making graduate programs affordable. We offer a number of scholarships to assist you in funding the advancement of your education, in addition to support from loans, teacher grants, and assistantships.
Loans
- Graduate student financial aid is not based on income.
- Eligible students can receive up to $20,500 in Unsubsidized Direct Loans per academic year.
- Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) annually to be eligible.
- Students must be admitted as a matriculated student in a graduate or professional program in order to receive federal financial aid.
- Graduate and professional degree students enrolled at least half-time are eligible to borrow under the PLUS Loan Program up to their cost of attendance minus other estimated financial assistance.
Applicants for Grad PLUS loans are required to complete the FAFSA and must have applied for their maximum annual loan eligibility under the Unsubsidized Direct Loan Program before applying for a Graduate/Professional PLUS loan.
Important: Major changes to federal graduate student loans take effect July 1, 2026, including the elimination of Grad PLUS Loans for new borrowers and reduced borrowing limits.
Employer Reimbursement Program
The Employer Reimbursement Program is available to part-time students who qualify for their employer's tuition reimbursement benefit. The program is offered during the fall and spring semesters only.
To enroll, students must submit the following together at the time of application:
- Completed ERP application form
- $10 application fee
- An official letter from their employer outlining the company's tuition reimbursement policy and confirming the student's eligibility to participate
Enrollment closes two weeks after the start of each semester.
Scholarships for Applicants
JCU Commitment to Religious Orders
Diocese of Cleveland: Catholic priests of any order working within the Diocese of Cleveland are granted 100% tuition waivers if enrolled in graduate courses at JCU. Members of Religious Orders—Deacons, Brothers, Nuns—working within the Diocese of Cleveland are granted 50% tuition waivers.
Jesuit Commitment
Any member of the Jesuit Religious Orders is granted a 100% tuition waiver. You must complete the verification form to apply.
Jesuit Volunteer Corps
Former Jesuit Volunteers are eligible to apply for and receive a $1,000 tuition scholarship during each semester in which they are enrolled in an eligible master's degree program. Eligible students first apply through their admissions application, and a limited number of scholarships are awarded on a first-come basis.
For more information, please contact the Graduate School at 216.397.4284 or gradadmit@jcu.edu.
Boler College of Business Awards and Scholarships
All students are automatically considered for the following, with no separate application required:
- JCU Graduate Boler Dean's Award: $4,800. JCU graduates must enter the MBA program within three semesters of earning their undergraduate degree to qualify.
- Boler Magis Scholarship: $3,600. Undergraduate cumulative GPA must be 3.5/4.0 or higher.
- Boler Presidential Scholarship: $4,800. Undergraduate cumulative GPA must be 3.5/4.0 or higher, and you must have official, qualifying GMAT or GRE scores.
These scholarships are only allocated toward tuition and are spread out over the semesters you're enrolled (minimum six credit hours per semester). They last up to six semesters or until you graduate or use up the full amount—whichever happens first. You can only receive one scholarship from the school, and it cannot be combined with graduate assistantships, accounting fellowships, or other scholarships. Terms may change.
Accounting Fellowships and Scholarships
Students who have earned a bachelor's degree in accounting are automatically considered for the following fellowships and scholarships. No additional application is required. These awards are competitive and based on undergraduate academic achievements in accountancy.
Fall Awards
- Boland Fellowship: $27,000
- Cenker Fellowship: $21,000
- McGurr Scholarships (2): $12,000 each
- Delaney Scholarships (2): $9,000 each
Spring Awards
- Goodrich Fellowship: $27,000
- Sullens Fellowship: $21,000
- Diemer Scholarship: $12,000
Summer Awards
- Smiley Fellowship: $27,000
- KPMG Fellowship: $21,000
- Kenehan Scholarships (2): $12,000 each
- Monastra Scholarships (2): $9,000 each
These awards only cover tuition and are spread out over the semesters you're enrolled (minimum nine credit hours per semester). They last up to three semesters or until you graduate or use up the full amount—whichever happens first. You can only receive one accounting fellowship or scholarship, and it cannot be combined with other school scholarships, awards, or graduate assistantships. Terms may change.
Department Scholarships for Continuing Students
These scholarships require an additional application:
Sally H. Wertheim Educational Leadership Award
This scholarship recognizes an outstanding graduate student who demonstrates Jesuit qualities of scholarship, character, and commitment to others, and who seeks to enhance the educational experiences of children and youth.
Eligibility: Candidates must be active teachers currently enrolled in a graduate degree program in education at John Carroll.
Application requirements:
- A resume
- A copy of a valid teaching license
- An application
- An official undergraduate transcript with a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Three letters of recommendation describing academic and professional accomplishments and community service
- A 500-word essay demonstrating plans to improve educational experiences for children and youth
Deadline: Last Friday in February
Award: $5,000
Terms: The scholarship may be applied to tuition only (full- or part-time), and must be used within a five-year period.
William P. Hoffman Scholarship
This scholarship recognizes and supports an outstanding graduate student in the Education department each year in anticipation of the contributions the recipient will make as a future school administrator.
Application requirements:
- A resume
- An official undergraduate transcript with a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Two letters of recommendation that speak to the applicant's potential as a leader in education
- A 500-word essay addressing why you would like to become an administrator
Deadline: Typically March of each year
Award: $1,000
Terms: The scholarship may be applied to tuition only (full- or part-time), and must be used within a five-year period.
Beta Chi Chapter Counseling Award
This award recognizes an outstanding student member of the Chi Sigma Iota International Counseling Society who is enrolled in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program.
TEACH Grant
Important: If you don't complete the required teaching service, the TEACH Grant converts to a loan that must be repaid with interest.
The TEACH Grant is available to graduate students enrolled in the School-Based Master of Education Program or the Professional Teacher Initial Licensure Program.
Recipients must be above the 75th percentile on one part of the GRE admission test or have at least a 3.25 cumulative GPA for each TEACH Grant payment period. These requirements are waived for applicants who are also current or former teachers.
Complete the TEACH Grant form to apply.
Key Terms and Definitions
Glossary of Financial Aid Terms
Cost of attendance: The total estimated cost of your education, including tuition, fees, books, supplies, and living expenses.
Half-time enrollment: At least 4.5 credit hours per semester for graduate students.
Matriculated student: A student who has been formally admitted to a degree or certificate program.
Unsubsidized Direct Loan: A federal loan where interest accrues while you're in school. You're responsible for all interest charges.
