Doctorate Degree Online Programs

Tuition Costs	Yr 1
Interprofessional Healthcare Studies (PhD) Tuition (per credit hour)	$1,015

Fees	Yr 1
Student Service and Technology Fee	$725
Graduation Fee (charged in final year)	$200

NOTE: Tuition and Fees are updated annually in April and reflect board-approved rates for the 2025-2026 academic year.  Any change in tuition or fees during the academic year will be communicated to students in the program.

Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment

Per Credit Hour	Yr 1
Standard	$50

Living Expenses⁑	Yr 1
Housing	$4,500
Utilities	$450
Food	$1,800
Transportation	$1,200
Personal Expenses	$450
Total Living Expenses	$8,400
Total Living Expenses - Living w/ Parent*	$2,550
Dependent Care**	$3,186
Total Living Expenses - Dependents	$11,586

⁑Per Quarter

*If residing with parents, the amount of housing and utilities is $0, and the amount of food is $300/month ($2,700 for a 3-quarter budget/$3,600 for a 4-quarter budget).

**Additional assistance is available to students who have dependents for whom they (and their spouse if applicable) provide 50% or more of the financial support as reported on the FAFSA.

First year students will have their admission deposit applied to their first term bill. 

The total living expense disbursed will be less than the amount awarded above due to origination fees.

RFU Student Health Insurance is NOT calculated as part of the Cost of Attendance. Financial aid coverage for this line item is available by completing the Health Insurance Budget Adjustment Form, which includes associated loan origination fees. View more information related to Student Health Insurance.