Program Cost

The MSMA program requires 36 semester credits for completion. The MSMA is offered as a fully online program or a hybrid program which includes some on campus classes. It can be completed in 9 months or over 21 months.

For students entering the program in Fall 2024, the total tuition is $39,774 for 36 semester credits or $1,104 per semester credit. Tuition is based on a cohort model. Students must complete the program with their cohort to remain eligible for cohort pricing.  Tuition is the same for the full-online and hybrid programs.

Total program tuition: $39,774
Cost for each semester credit: $1,104

Additional fees will include: Technology fee ($260/year), wellness fee ($110/year), a one-time matriculation fee ($205), Books, Parking Fee, materials for coursework.

Federal financial aid is available, and students may apply for PLU graduate scholarships. The FAFSA application becomes available for the following academic year on October 1st.

Program Cost Sheets

Download the 2024-2025 “online track” or “hybrid track” program cost sheet for detail.

Cost Breakdown by Term

9-Month Option
TermCredit HoursCost
Fall 202416$17,664
J-Term 20254$4,416
Spring 202516$17,664
21-Month Option
TermCredit HoursCost
Fall 20248$8,832
Spring 20258$8,832
Fall 20258$8,832
J-Term 20264$4,416
Spring 20268$8,832