Tuition for the 2025-2026 school year at WashU Public Health is set at $43,710.00. Moreover, students can expect to pay additional fees that cover various services to support their academic and personal well-being. These fees provide access to a wide range of student activities, health and wellness services, technology, and insurance when applicable.
| Activity and service fee | $140.00 |
| WashU health and wellness fee | $672.00 |
| WashU student health insurance fee | $2,580.00* |
* All Washington University students are required to carry health insurance. Full-time graduate students on the Danforth Campus are automatically enrolled in (and billed for) the basic student health insurance plan at a cost of unless proof of comparable coverage is provided by domestic students. International students are not eligible to waive out of the insurance plan. For details about available plans or waiving options, visit Student Health Services. (Health insurance fees are pending state approval and are subject to change.)
Cost of attendance
Cost of attendance is a value calculated by the university that estimates a student’s total cost to attend school in a specific academic program for an academic year. The cost of attendance includes mandatory tuition and fees plus estimated costs for living expenses. Health insurance is not included but is required for all students. The estimated cost of attendance is revised annually and is meant to be used as a guide for students in making informed financial decisions regarding their enrollment.
Cost of attendance for Master of Public Health students
| Tuition/fees | $43,710 |
| Mandatory fees | $812 |
| Estimated costs | $27,900 |
| Total estimated cost | $72,422 |
2025-2026 Estimated Costs Breakdown (included in Cost of Attendance)
| Housing & Food (room, board, groceries) | $19,000 |
| Books/Supplies (reading materials, laptop, etc.) | $1,800 |
| Transportation (gas, ride services, car repairs) | $1,700 |
| Professional Costs (practicum, CPH exam, etc.) | $1,000 |
| Personal and Miscellaneous Expenses | $4,400 |
| Total | $27,900 |
If eligible, domestic students may borrow up to the cost of attendance in federal student loans; however, decreasing personal/living expenses and securing other funding sources can reduce the amount a student may need to borrow. Students typically fund their degree through a combination of sources that may include institutional funding (WashU Public Health scholarships awarded at admission), external scholarships, part-time employment, personal savings, family or sponsor support, military or employer benefits, and federal student aid.
Financial aid for domestic students
Eligibility and Application Process
FAFSA Submission
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the appropriate academic year.
- Required information: most recent tax return, Federal Student Aid ID, and WashU’s school code (002520).
- File as independent; no parent application needed.
Financial Aid Package
Upon confirming intent to enroll, the School of Public Health Office of Student Financial Services will provide a financial aid package including:
- Any previously awarded scholarship funding.
- Additional student loans and federal work-study opportunities.
Loan Acceptance
- Students can accept, decrease, or decline their loan package based on their funding plan and other sources of funding.
- Utilize a loan repayment calculator to estimate monthly repayments.
Federal Student Loans
Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan
- Eligibility: All graduate students eligible for U.S. federal student aid who submit a completed FAFSA.
- Annual Maximum Amount: $20,500.
- Interest Rate: 8.08% (fixed for life of the loan starting 7/1/24).
- Origination Fee: 1.057%.
- Repayment: Begins after program completion or dropping below half-time status, with a six-month grace period.
Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loan
- Eligibility: Credit-based loan for additional financial assistance beyond the Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan.
- Annual Maximum Amount: No annual limit; can reach a maximum cost of attendance minus other financial aid.
- Interest Rate: 9.08% (fixed for the life of the loan starting 7/1/24).
- Origination Fee: 4.228%.
- Repayment: Begins after program completion or dropping below half-time status, with a six-month grace period.
Federal Work-Study
- Eligibility:
- Meet U.S. federal student aid requirements.
- Submit a completed FAFSA.
- Student Aid Index (SAI) of 2000 or less.
- Enroll full-time for the upcoming academic year.
- Annual Maximum Amount: Up to $3,000.
- Employment Opportunities: Clerical positions, information technology, facilities or library services, research assistantships, etc.
- Secure work-study positions through WashU’s Center for Career Engagement.
For questions about federal student aid, contact the admission’s office.
- 314-935-2565
- sphadmissions@wustl.edu
International students
Proof of financial support
U.S. immigration regulations require international students to document their financial ability to cover all educational and living expenses before Washington University can issue a Form I-20.
Admitted international students should:
- Review financial support requirements:
- Calculate the estimated amount needed for your first year of study.
- Assemble acceptable sources of funding:
- Sources can include personal funds, sponsor support, employer or government support, private loans, external grants, or scholarships. These documents will need to be approved by Washington University School of Public Health.
- Complete the intent to enroll:
- Submit a copy of your passport, the completed WashU Affidavit of Financial Support, and sufficient financial documentation to the School of Public Health admissions office.
- Submission deadline:
- All documents must be received by the admissions office no later than May 15.
- Demonstrate adequate financial resources to meet all expenses for the first year, estimated at $72,000 for the MPH program.
- Dependents:
- Students bringing dependents should add $4,326 for each dependent to their required amount.
- Partial scholarships:
- Deduct two semesters of any awarded scholarships from the total amount you need to demonstrate.
Important Considerations:
- Students are responsible for securing reliable funding for the entire duration of their program.
- All possible scholarships are awarded at the time of admission.
Visa process
Admitted international students must follow these steps to meet the legal requirements for enrolling at Washington University. WashU’s Office for International Students & Scholars oversees the visa process. Detailed instructions and resources are available on their website.
- Secure funding and submit paperwork:
- Confirm intent to enroll and submit all necessary documents.
- Obtain Form I-20 from the university:
- Necessary for securing a visa appointment.
- Secure a visa appointment:
- Schedule an appointment at your U.S. consulate by August 1st to ensure timely arrival for the start of the semester.
For more information, please contact the Office for International Students and Scholars (OISS).
- 314-935-5910
- OISS@wustl.edu