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Affordable Tuition
Affordable tuition has been a guiding principle at Johnson University for more than 125 years, and today Johnson’s annual cost is less than half the national average for private colleges and universities. In addition, need and merit-based scholarships, a work-study program, and other financial aid options are all available to help every student receive an affordable education.
While we’re proud of our work to keep tuition as low as possible, we’re even prouder of the high-quality education we offer, the talented faculty who lead our programs, and the relationships students build with each other and with professors during their time on campus. Our tuition and housing/food costs can compete with a state school, but we also offer a faith-based experience in a close-knit community.
Undergraduate on campus
On Campus
| 2025-2026 Basic Tuition and Housing/Food, per year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition (based on 12-16 credit hours per term) | $19,880 |
| *Housing and Food | $8,662 |
| General Fees | $1,974 |
| 2026-2027 Basic Tuition and Housing/Food, per year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition (based on 12-16 credit hours per term) | $20,576 |
| *Housing and Food | $9,052 |
| General Fees | $2,036 |
Part-time cost per credit hour: $600
* Housing and food rates are based on housing options and choice of meal plan. The rates above assume the 13-meal plan and a double room. This does not include books and nominal fees charged to all students (for example, fees for transcripts, specific courses, and graduation fees). All rates are listed in the Student Finances section of the Academic Catalog and are subject to change without notice. Contact the Admissions Team for more information!
Undergraduate online
| 2025-2026 Basic Tuition (per credit hour) | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $375 |
| Technology Fee | $24 |
| 2026-2027 Basic Tuition (per credit hour) | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $375 |
| Technology Fee | $26 |
This does not include books and nominal fees charged to all students (for example, fees for transcripts, specific courses, and graduation fees). All rates are listed in the Student Finances section of the Academic Catalog and are subject to change without notice. Contact the Admissions Team for more information!
Associate
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| 2025-2026 Basic Tuition and Housing and Food, per year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition (based on 12-16 credit hours per term) | $19,880 |
| *Housing and Food | $8,662 |
| General Fees | $1,974 |
| 2026-2027 Basic Tuition and Housing and Food, per year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition (based on 12-16 credit hours per term) | $20,576 |
| *Housing and Food | $9,052 |
| General Fees | $2,036 |
* Housing and Food rates are based on housing options and choice of meal plan. This does not include books and nominal fees charged to all students (for example, fees for transcripts, specific courses, and graduation fees). All rates are listed in the Student Finances section of the Academic Catalog and are subject to change without notice. Contact the Admissions Team for more information!
Graduate
Master’s Degrees
| Degree | 2025/26 Rate | 2026/27 Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts in Counseling | $610 per credit hour/63 credit hours Fees $3,726 Total: $42,156 |
$610 per credit hour/63 credit hours Fees $3,726 Total: $42,156 |
| Master of Arts in Educational Technology | $475 per credit hour/36 credit hours Fees: $650 Total: $17,750 |
$475 per credit hour/36 credit hours Fees: $650 Total: $17,750 |
| Master of Arts in Ethics and Leadership | Flat rate of $6,750 Total: $6,750 |
Flat rate of $6,750 Total: $6,750 |
| Master of Arts in Holistic Education | $475 per credit hour/30 credit hours Fees: $650 Total: $14,900 |
$475 per credit hour/30 credit hours Fees: $650 Total: $14,900 |
| Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership | $580 per credit hour/30 credit hours Fees $1,500 Total: $18,900 |
$580 per credit hour/30 credit hours Fees $1,500 Total: $18,900 |
| Master of Arts in Teaching | $475 per credit hour/36-39 credit hours Fees: $650 Total: $17,750-$19,175 |
$475 per credit hour/36-39 credit hours Fees: $650 Total: $17,750-$19,175 |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | $580 per credit hour/36 credit hours Fees $1,500 Total: $22,380 |
$580 per credit hour/36 credit hours Fees $1,500 Total: $22,380 |
| Master of Strategic Ministry | Online Core Classes: $475 per credit hour/18 credit hours Field Experience: $135 per credit hour/12 credit hours Total: $10,435 |
Online Core Classes: $475 per credit hour/18 credit hours Field Experience: $135 per credit hour/12 credit hours Total: $10,435 |
This does not include books and nominal fees charged to all students (for example, fees for transcripts, specific courses, and graduation fees). All rates are listed in the Student Finances section of the Academic Catalog and are subject to change without notice. Contact the Admissions Team for more information!
Endorsements
| Degree | 2025/26 Rate | 2026/27 Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Endorsement in Gifted Education | $2,500 | $2,500 |
Doctoral Degrees
| Degree | 2025/26 Rate | 2026/27 Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. in Leadership Studies | $675 per credit hour/60 credit hours Fees $2,400; Regalia fee $1,092 Total: $42,900 |
$675 per credit hour/60 credit hours Fees $2,400; Regalia fee $1,092 Total: $42,900 |
This does not include books and nominal fees charged to all students (for example, fees for transcripts, specific courses, and graduation fees). All rates are listed in the Student Finances section of the Academic Catalog and are subject to change without notice. Contact the Admissions Team for more information!
Certificate
Undergraduate
| Degree | 2025/26 Rate | 2026/27 Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Christian Ministries | Flat rate, 15 credit hours Total: $2,000 |
Flat rate, 15 credit hours Total: $2,000 |
| Intercultural Studies | $375 per credit hour/15 credit hours Technology fees $300 Total: $5,925 |
$375 per credit hour/15 credit hours Technology fees $300 Total: $5,925 |
| Sport and Fitness Leadership | $375 per credit hour/15 credit hours Technology fees $300 Total: $5,925 |
$375 per credit hour/15 credit hours Technology fees $300 Total: $5,925 |
Graduate
| Degree | 2025/26 Rate | 2026/27 Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Graduate Certificate in Leadership Studies | $675 per credit hour/24 credit hours General fees $800 Total: $17,000 |
$675 per credit hour/24 credit hours General fees $800 Total: $17,000 |
This does not include books and nominal fees charged to all students (for example, fees for transcripts, specific courses, and graduation fees). All rates are listed in the Student Finances section of the Academic Catalog and are subject to change without notice. Contact the Admissions Team for more information!
Cost of Attendance
Below you will find information about Johnson University’s Cost of Attendance. This is sometimes referred to as the student budget. We hope that this information helps you to plan and budget for the costs of college that may not be charged by Johnson, but that might be necessary to support you while you complete your education.
To find your “bottom line,” simply subtract your “Total Award” total from the “Tuition & Fees” amount, and add “Room and Board.” If you are an online or commuter student you will just need to subtract “Total Award” from “Tuition & Fees.”