About Tuition & Fees
Tuition rates for the Fall and Spring semesters are approved at the Board of Trustees meeting in July prior to the beginning of the academic year. Summer tuition rates are approved at the Board of Trustees meeting in February before the term begins. Course registration dates can be found on the . See Important Dates for payment due dates and other deadlines.
Undergraduate Students
Part-time undergraduate students (registered for less than 12 credits) or undergraduate students registered for credits over 20 in the Fall or Spring semester are charged the per credit rate based on residency. Undergraduate students taking between 12 and 20 credits in the Fall or Spring term are charged a flat rate tuition. Flat rate tuition is not available in the Summer. Undergraduate students registering for courses in the Summer term are charged a discounted per credit rate based on residency.
Flat Rate (Undergraduate)
12–20 Credits per Semester
$12,475.00
Education & General Fees
Education & General Fees support essential student services, academic resources, and campus infrastructure. They help fund libraries, technology, student support services, and facility maintenance. These fees are charged per semester in addition to tuition.
$845.00
Facilities Fee
The Facilities Fee covers essential course materials, lab resources, and learning tools needed for academic programs. Costs vary by major—see your program’s requirements for exact pricing.
*varies by department
Per Credit Rate
Undergraduate students enrolled in fewer than 12 credits per semester are charged a per-credit rate. This rate applies to part-time enrollment and summer courses. Tuition costs may vary by program—refer to your program’s tuition breakdown for exact pricing.
$925
Graduate Students
Part-time graduate students are charged a per-credit rate based on residency. Graduate students enrolled full-time status per semester are charged a flat rate tuition. Flat rate tuition is not available in the Summer. Graduate students taking summer courses are charged at a discounted per-credit rate based on residency.
Flat Rate (Graduate)
At the graduate level, full-time enrollment requirements vary by program. On average:
• Master’s programs typically require 9–12 credits per semester for full-time status.
• Doctoral programs generally require 6–9 credits per semester, reflecting the emphasis on research and dissertation work.
$14,500.00
Education & General Fees
Education & General Fees support essential student services, academic resources, and campus infrastructure. They help fund libraries, technology, student support services, and facility maintenance. These fees are charged per semester in addition to tuition.
$1245.00
Facilities Fee
The Facilities Fee covers essential course materials, lab resources, and learning tools needed for academic programs. Costs vary by major—see your program’s requirements for exact pricing.
*varies by department
Per Credit Rate
Graduate students enrolled in fewer than 9 credits Masters or 6 credits Doctoral per semester are charged a per-credit rate. This rate applies to part-time enrollment and summer courses. Tuition costs may vary by program—refer to your program’s tuition breakdown for exact pricing.
$1,490.00
Scholarships And Financial Aid
Financial Aid
TUOS is dedicated to ensuring that education remains affordable for all students. Our financial aid program for undergraduates is one of the most generous, offering grant-based aid that requires no repayment. This allows students to graduate without debt. Graduate students benefit from extensive support, with guaranteed funding for regularly enrolled Ph.D. candidates for the full duration of their program, contingent on satisfactory academic progress.
Undergraduate Applicants
Our financial aid program encourages students from all backgrounds to apply for admission, promoting diversity and accessibility for those from low- and middle-income families.
Grants, Not Loans
At the University of Ontological Science, we are committed to making education accessible and debt-free for as many students as possible. Our financial aid philosophy is centered on providing grants—not loans—so students can focus on their academic pursuits without the burden of long-term debt.
For Domestic First-Year students from families with an annual income below $180,000, TUOS offers full coverage of tuition through need-based grants that do not need to be repaid. This ensures that higher education remains a reality for talented students, regardless of financial background.
In addition to tuition support, TUOS works diligently to minimize or eliminate the need for loans across all financial aid packages by offering robust institutional aid and scholarships. Our goal is to empower students with the financial freedom to pursue their education and future careers without being constrained by student debt.