UC Nursing Programs Tuition and Fees
Along with the University of Cincinnati tuition and fees overviews below, full details on specific fees for your program, special course fees, and distance learning program fees are also available via the Office of the Bursar.
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Important Information about Tuition and Fees
The rates provided are based on 2023-24 totals set by the university and could change in future academic years. Estimates also could change based on the following:
- Change of state of residence
- Change in enrollment status (i.e., full time or part time)
- Other unforseen circumstances
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Tuition & Fees
Undergraduate tuition is determined by the college program location and cohort groups based on your academic year of admission. Cohort groups relate to the Cincinnati Tuition Guarantee that locks in your rate for the length of your program.
Campus/Cohort |
Enrollment |
Ohio |
Metro |
Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Uptown/Clifton
|
Per Credit Hour |
$566 |
$591 |
$1,205 |
Per Full-time Term |
$6,785 |
$7,085 |
$14,452 |
|
Per Full-time Year |
$13,570 |
$14,170 |
$28,904 |
| Part Time |
Full Time | |
|---|---|---|
| Program Fee | $29 | $338 |
| NCLEX Review Learning Program |
$90.25 |
$90.25 |
| Bloodborne Pathogen Insurance |
$31 |
$31 |
RN to BSN Online Tuition & Fees
| Enrollment | Ohio Resident |
Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Part Time (11 credits or fewer) |
$566 per credit |
$581 per credit |
| Full Time (12 credits or more) |
$6,785 per semester |
$6,965 per semester |
Program Fees:
- $29 per credit for part-time enrollment
- $338 per semester for full-time enrollment
Accelerated Direct-Entry MSN Tuition & Fees
| Enrollment | Ohio Resident |
Metro Resident (KY or IN) |
Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part Time (9 credits or fewer) |
$836 per credit |
$861 per credit |
$1,423 per credit |
| Full Time (10 credits or more) |
$8,359 per semester |
$8,609 per semester |
$14,228 per semester |
Program Fee:
- $338 per semester
Metro and non-Ohio residents who move to Ohio pay in-state tuition rates once residency is officially established.
Graduate Tuition & Fees
Program-specific tuition and fees estimates are available by request for graduate programs. To request an estimate, submit a Request Information Form and include the following details in the "Questions" field:
- Current state of residence and whether you plan to move to Ohio, Kentucky or Indiana while in the program
- Program(s) of interest
- Current specialty certifications (if any)
- Intended enrollment status (full or part time)
Online Graduate Nursing Programs
These tuition rates apply to the following online programs:
- Adult-Gero Primary Care NP (MSN and DNP)
- Family NP (MSN, Post-MSN Certificate and DNP)
- Nurse Educator Certificate
- Nurse Midwifery (MSN)
- Occupational Health (DNP)
- Post-MSN DNP
- Public Health (DNP)
- Psych-Mental Health (Post-MSN Certificate and DNP)
- Systems Leadership (MSN and DNP)
- Women's Health NP (MSN)
| Enrollment | Ohio Resident |
Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Part Time (9 credits or fewer) |
$836 per credit |
$851 per credit |
| Full Time (10 credits or more) |
$8,359 per semester |
$8,509 per semester |
Online Learning Fee:
- $56.30 per credit, capped at $563 per semester
On-Campus and Hybrid Graduate Nursing Programs
These tuition rates apply to the following on-campus and hybrid programs:
- Adult-Gero Acute Care MSN, Post-MSN Certificate and DNP
- Adult-Gero Primary Care Post-MSN Certificate
- Neonatal MSN and Post-MSN Certificate
- Nurse Anesthesia DNP (For additional breakdowns, visit the Nurse Anesthesia Tuition, Fees and Financial Aid page.)
- Pediatric Acute Care Post-MSN Certificate
- PhD in Nursing
| Enrollment | Ohio Resident |
Metro Resident (KY or IN) |
Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part Time (9 credits or fewer) |
$836 per credit |
$861 per credit |
$1,423 per credit |
| Full Time (10 credits or more) |
$8,359 per semester |
$8,609 per semester |
$14,228 per semester |
Program Fee:
- $34 per credit (part time); $338 per semester (full time)
Metro and non-Ohio residents who move to Ohio pay in-state tuition rates once residency is officially established.