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.
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 $10,227.00.
Cost Overview 2024–25
New Mexico Resident Graduate Cost Per Credit Hour
| Number of Credit Hours | Cost |
|---|---|
| 1–6 | $317.00 per credit hour |
| 9 credit hours | $2,853.00 per semester |
Non-Resident/Out-of-State/International Graduate Cost Per Credit Hour
| Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Enrolled in no more than 6 credit hours | $317 per credit hour |
| Communicative Disorders Leveling Students (more info) |
$275.00 per credit hour |
| Enrolled in more than 6 credit hours | $415.50 per credit hour |
| 9 credit hours | $3.739.50 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 |
2024–25 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 6 or fewer hours during any given semester.
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $197 per credit hour |
| Fees | $120 per credit hour |
| Total | $317 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) | $2,853.00 | $2,853.00 |
| Residence Hall | $1,987.00 | $2,545.00 |
| Meals (carte blanche meal plan) | $2,362.00 | $2,362.00 |
| Books and Supplies (estimated) | $500.00 | $500.00 |
| Total Estimated Per Semester | $7,702.00 | $8,260.00 |
Non-Resident/Out-of-State/International
| Description | Cost for Double | Cost for Suite |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees (9 credit hours) | $3,739.50 | $3,739.50 |
| Residence Hall | $1,987.00 | $2,545.00 |
| Meals (carte blanche meal plan) | $2,362.00 | $2,362.00 |
| Books and Supplies (estimated) | $500.00 | $500.00 |
| Total Estimated Per Semester | $8,588.50 | $9,146.50 |
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) | $5,706.00 |
| 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 | $8,706.00 |
Non-Resident/Out-of-State/International
| Description | Fall and Spring Semester Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees (9 credit hours, rounded to nearest dollar) | $7,479.00 |
| 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 | $10,479.00 |