We have the most affordable tuition in New Mexico and one of the most affordable in the United States, while still providing quality graduate education. Out-of-state students enrolling in 6 or fewer hours per semester pay tuition and fees at the lower in-state rate.
Graduate School Financial Assistance Options
Communicative Disorders Leveling
If you are a graduate student taking CDIS leveling courses or seeking a second bachelor's degree, your leveling courses cost $275 per credit hour (this price includes tuition, fees and any online course fees).
Get more information about CDIS leveling >
Tuition and Fees
Graduate tuition and fees depend on the number of credit hours you take. Please note: all costs are subject to change without notice.
Cost Overview 2023–24
New Mexico Resident Graduate Cost Per Credit Hour
| Number of Credit Hours | Cost |
|---|---|
| 1–6 (add $17 per credit hour for online classes) |
$303.00 per credit hour |
| 9 credit hours | $2,727.00 per semester |
Non-Resident/Out-of-State/International Graduate Cost Per Credit Hour
| Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| 1–6 credit hours (add $17 per credit hour for online classes) |
$303.00 per credit hour |
| Communicative Disorders Leveling Students (more info) |
$275.00 per credit hour |
| 7 credit hours or more (out-of-state/non-resident rate) (add $17 per credit hour for online classes) |
$401.50 per credit hour |
| 9 credit hours | $3,613.50 per semester |
General One-Time Fees for New Students
| Fee Description | Rate |
|---|---|
| ID Card Fee | $25.00 |
| Registration Fee (enrolled in 1–6 credit hours) | $35.00 |
| Registration Fee (enrolled over 6 credit hours) | $60.00 |
2023–24 Tuition and Fees by Credit Hour
Tuition and fees are charged according to the number of credit hours you take. If you are interested in attending part-time, the following costs are for anyone taking 9 or fewer hours during any given semester.
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $197 per credit hour |
| Fees | $106 per credit hour |
| Total (add $17 per credit hour for online classes) |
$303 per credit hour |
Estimated Semester Cost to Attend, Living On Campus
New Mexico Resident
| Description | Cost for Double | Cost for Suite |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees (9 credit hours) | $2,727.00 | $2,727.00 |
| Residence Hall | $1,948.00 | $2,533.00 |
| Meals (carte blanche meal plan) | $2,137.00 | $2,137.00 |
| Books and Supplies (estimated) | $500.00 | $500.00 |
| Total Estimated Per Semester | $7,312.00 | $7,897.00 |
Non-Resident/Out-of-State/International
| Description | Cost for Double | Cost for Suite |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees (9 credit hours) | $3,613.50 | $3,613.50 |
| Residence Hall | $1,948.00 | $2,533.00 |
| Meals (carte blanche meal plan) | $2,137.00 | $2,137.00 |
| Books and Supplies (estimated) | $500.00 | $500.00 |
| Total Estimated Per Semester | $8,198.50 | $8,783.50 |
Estimated Yearly Cost to Attend, Living Off Campus
New Mexico Resident
| Description | Fall and Spring Semester Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees (9 credit hours, rounded to nearest dollar) | $5,454.00 |
| Room and Board, Living Off Campus (This figure is taken from the College Board's 2021-22 student expense budget estimates.) |
$14,430.00 |
| Books and Supplies (estimated) | $1,000.00 |
| Health and Accident Insurance (estimated) | $500.00 |
| Personal Expenses (estimated: clothing, medicine and misc.) | $1,500.00 |
| Total Estimated Per Year | $22,884.00 |
Non-Resident/Out-of-State/International
| Description | Fall and Spring Semester Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees (9 credit hours, rounded to nearest dollar) | $7,227.00 |
| Room and Board, Living Off Campus (This figure is taken from the College Board's 2021-22 student expense budget estimates.) |
$14,430.00 |
| Books and Supplies (estimated) | $1,000.00 |
| Health and Accident Insurance (estimated) | $500.00 |
| Personal Expenses (estimated: clothing, medicine and misc.) | $1,500.00 |
| Total Estimated Per Year | $24,657.00 |
