Tuition for online education programs at KU
Access comprehensive tuition information, financial aid information, and additional resources to help you determine the costs—and benefits—of enrolling in the top-ranked University of Kansas online courses.1
KU online master's programs: Cost details for the 2025-2026 Academic Year
The following charts will help you quickly determine costs for University of Kansas online graduate programs.
Curriculum and Instruction
| Curriculum and Instruction | |||
| Credit Cost | Credit Hours | Total | |
| Master’s | $595 | 30 | $17,850 |
| TESOL | |||
| Credit Cost | Credit Hours | Total | |
| Master’s | $595 | 30 | $17,850 |
| Licensure Endorsement | $595 | 18 | $10,710 |
| Graduate Certificate | $595 | 15 | $8,925 |
Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
| Educational Administration | |||
| Credit Cost | Credit Hours | Total | |
| Master’s | $595 | 30 | $17,850 |
| Post-Master's Graduate Certificate | $595 | 24 | $14,280 |
Special Education
| Autism | |||
| Credit Cost | Credit Hours | Total | |
| Master’s | $595 | 36 | $21,420 |
| Graduate Certificate | $595 | 15 | $8,925 |
| Leadership in Special and Inclusive Education | |||
| Credit Cost | Credit Hours | Total | |
| Graduate Certificate | $595 | 12 | $7,140 |
| High Incidence Disabilities | |||
| Credit Cost | Credit Hours | Total | |
| Master’s | $595 | 33 | $19,635 |
| Licensure Endorsement | $595 | 27 | $16,065 |
| Secondary Special Education and Transition | |||
| Credit Cost | Credit Hours | Total | |
| Master’s | $595 | 30 | $17,850 |
| Graduate Certificate | $595 | 15 | $8,925 |
*Tuition and costs effective as of October 1, 2025. Tuition rates are not inclusive of textbooks and fees. Tuition and costs are subject to change and should be confirmed on the University’s official tuition listing at registrar.ku.edu/online-tuition-fees.
Online master's programs application fees
- Master's degree: $65 for U.S. residents, $100 for international applicants
- Graduate certificate: $40
- Licensure endorsement: $40
KU’s top-quality programs come with a small application fee. Here's why:
KU’s expert admissions committee, a team of humans, not machines, ensures applications are thoroughly reviewed for both the quality and content of your total experiences. No one pathway or particular set of experiences are necessary for admission—or success—in KU’s programs.
The admissions team takes into account all experiences that have helped you become who you are today and appreciate the variety of life and work experiences that make you who you are today.
Financial aid: Support for your educational future
You may be eligible for financial aid to help make the cost of KU graduate school even more affordable.
- KU’s staff has years of experience guiding applicants to become KU Jayhawk students. We can provide answers concerning:
- Credit hours and online program cost
- Active service members benefits
- Federal financial aid opportunities
- Employer tuition assistance
- Transferring credits
If you have any questions, we encourage you to contact the KU Financial Aid & Scholarships Office at financialaid@ku.edu or 785-864-4700.
How Financial Aid Works
- Complete your online application to KU and estimate your costs.
- Follow these steps to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA school code for KU is 001948, and the priority date to file the FAFSA is December
- Review your Student Aid Report (SAR).
- Accept or decline your financial aid award.
- Receive your financial aid.
TEACH Grants
Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grants are available to KU School of Education and Human Sciences students pursuing the following online master’s degrees:*
- Master’s in reading education (reading specialist licensure track)
- Master’s in TESOL (teacher track)
- Master’s in high incidence disabilities (teacher track)
TEACH Grants, which may be worth up to $4,000, require completion of the FAFSA, an eligibility review by the KU Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships, and a commitment to at least four full academic years of service in a low-income area during the first eight years following your graduation from the program.
*Grant subject to approval and qualification. Total amount granted is not guaranteed. Not all programs may be covered, so please work with your financial aid representative to confirm eligibility. The amount of $4,000 is not guaranteed. All students are required to complete the TEACH Grant Entrance Counseling and TEACH Grant Agreement to Serve which can be found at studentaid.gov/. If eligibility criteria are not maintained, grant will be converted into a Federal Direct Unsubsidized Student Loan with interest accrued from the date of the grant’s disbursement.
Advance your skills, expand your impact
The University of Kansas online education programs are built for people who want to make a difference—in classrooms, schools, and communities. Whether you’re a teacher, administrator, parent, nonprofit professional, you’ll find programs that connect research to practice and provide tools you can put to use right away. With flexible online courses and dedicated faculty support, KU helps you grow your expertise while continuing the important work you’re already doing.
- ✓ 8-week focused courses
- ✓ Evidence-based, research-driven curriculum
- ✓ Practical skills you can apply immediately
- ✓ Top-ranked by the U.S. News & World Report*
*Retrieved on August 18, 2025 from usnews.com/education/online-education/university-of-kansas-155317
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Ready to join the next generation of educational leaders? KU's online education programs offer three starts per year, making it easier to begin your journey when the time is right for you.
- Retrieved on August 15, 2025, from usnews.com/education/online-education/university-of-kansas-155317