Tuition MPA
| $51,288 | $35,552 | $86,840 |
Mandatory Student Fees | $1,205 | $1,150 | $2,355 |
MPA Lab Fee | $250 | $250 | |
Total Estimated MPA Tuition and Fees | $52,743 | $36,702 | $89,445 |
Tuition and fees noted above are estimates and assume a student will complete the program in two years.
We estimate a 4% increase in tuition in 2023-2024.
Fees are based on 2022-2023 fees. Fees do not include health insurance, books, or living expenses.
MPA online students are required to attend two on campus residencies in Los Angeles. Transportation and lodging are additional expenses.
For additional information about tuition and fees please consult the USC Schedule of Classes.
*Please note that the USC Financial Aid Office uses an average graduate student’s enrollment in 10 units fall and spring semesters when estimating Cost of Attendance.