Costs and Financial Aid
We understand that investing in your education is a commitment to your success. You'll find the cost of an education at the University of Kansas is competitive with other top dietetics and nutrition programs.
The figures below are for the dual master’s degree/dietetic internship program, which will be completed across five semesters.
Deposit
Once accepted, all students are required to pay a $400 deposit to reserve your seat in the class. This non-refundable deposit is applied towards your first semester tuition and fees if you enter the program.
Tuition and Fees
Note: Tuition estimates calculated based upon 2024-2025 rates as approved by the Kansas Board of Regents and the University of Kansas. Any dollar amounts listed are general approximations provided as a guide only and are not an official quote of costs. All figures are subject to change by the Kansas Board of Regents and the University of Kansas. Tuition and fee amounts are officially listed in the KU comprehensive fee schedule. For more details about tuition and fees, please see the Office of the Registrar.
| Estimated Expenses for 2024-25 | KS Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition for 30 credit hours for on-campus courses * $457.70 per credit hour Kansas resident $1,075.50 per credit hour non-resident |
$13,731.00 | $32,265.00 |
| Tuition for 8 credit hours for online courses * $457.70 per credit hour Kansas resident $457.70 per credit hour non-resident $100.00 per credit hour e-learning fee for all students |
$4,461.60 | $4,461.60 |
| Campus fees * $425.40 per fall/spring semesters |
$1,701.60 | $1,701.60 |
| Total | $19,894.20 | $38,428.20 |
| Estimated Additional Expenses (not set by or paid to KU) | For One Year |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $600.00 |
| Living Expenses | $17,370.00 to $21,230.00 |
| Miscellaneous Personal | $5,797.00 |
| Transportation | $3,608.00 |
* Estimated costs obtained from the 2024-2025 financial aid full-time graduate student budget document. Individual expenses may vary significantly.
Additional Costs
- DICAS online application fee: $50 first program, $25 each additional program.
- KU Graduate Studies supplemental application fee: $75.
- Background check: $40.
- Drug screening: $55.
- Hepatitis B vaccine (three-shot series): ~$120.
- Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics student membership: $58.
- Conference registration fees (not required): ~$250.
Students in this program are required to have a computer that meets the minimum software and hardware requirements. *
*Note: Students have access to computers on campus that meet the program’s technology requirements. If desired, a computer with these standards could be purchased for home use.
Additional fees may include other course fees.
Any dollar amounts listed are general approximations provided as a guide only and are not an official quote of costs. All figures are subject to change by the Kansas Board of Regents and the University of Kansas. Tuition and fee amounts are officially listed in the KU comprehensive fee schedule. For more details about tuition and fees, please see the Office of the Registrar.
Financial Aid
Financial aid is available for students who qualify.
Federal assistance includes the following:
- Federal Pell Grant
- Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)
- Federal Work Study
- Federal Direct Loans (subsidized, unsubsidized, Parent PLUS)
Scholarships
The School of Health Professions provides a number of scholarship award opportunities for currently enrolled students.
KU Medical Center provides information about additional grants and scholarships which may be available. Please contact the Office of Student Financial Aid with questions or for assistance.
Get Started: Apply for Financial Aid
To complete the FAFSA, visit the FAFSA application site and provide the school code for the University of Kansas: 001948.
Students should not wait to be accepted into an academic program to begin the financial aid process. Even if the application deadline for the intended program is later in the year, students are strongly encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Financial Aid (FAFSA) by the March 1 priority deadline.
Some financial aid grants and low-interest loans have limited funding. After the priority deadline, any remaining financial aid will be awarded as available.
Even if financial aid will not be requested, students are encouraged to file the FAFSA annually. The FAFSA enables the school to consider all scholarship funds available. The FAFSA must be completed annually.
The total financial aid award package, including scholarships, loans or need-based aid, cannot be finalized until the student's application materials and fee have been received and admission to KU has been completed.
Loan Deferment
Students enrolled at least half time or enrolled in at least three hours with a GTA/GRA appointment, or in a special internship program approved by KU Medical Center qualify for a loan deferment.
If eligible, please visit the loan deferent page for additional information.
Assistantships
Graduate teaching assistantships and research assistantships are available through the Department of Dietetics and Nutrition on a semester-by-semester basis (this typically occurs for dual program students during semesters 4 and 5 but could also include semester 3). The time commitments and wages vary.
Availability of assistantships will be announced to students during the second semester of enrollment (spring semester). Competition for assistantships exists. Criteria and terms of the assistantships will be announced when availability of assistantships is announced.