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Program Tuition Information
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Non-Degree Seeking students will be charged the same tuition rates for the applicable credential level (undergraduate courses are charged at the bachelor’s rate and master’s courses are charged at the master’s rate).
Associate degree programs:
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $415 | $24,900 |
| Retired Military Veteran |
$3302,3 | $19,800 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$2502,3 | $15,000 |
1Total Tuition Cost displayed is based on the total number of credits required for the program and may vary based on transfer credit applied. In addition, all students will be charged a one-time graduation fee of $150. Other fees may apply and all fees are subject to change without advance notice. See the University Catalog for more information.
2 Tuition per credit represented with applicable military grant applied.
3 Tuition rate available to immediate family members (does not apply to DOW Federal Civilian Employees.)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN):
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1,4 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $448 | $18,816 |
| Retired Military Veteran |
$3562,3 | $14,952 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$2502,3 | $10,500 |
All Other Bachelor's programs:
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $415 | $49,800 |
| Retired Military Veteran |
$3302,3 | $39,600 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$2502,3 | $30,000 |
1Total Tuition Cost displayed is based on the total number of credits required for the program and may vary based on transfer credit applied. In addition, all students will be charged a one-time graduation fee of $150. Other fees may apply and all fees are subject to change without advance notice. See the University Catalog for more information.
2 Tuition per credit represented with applicable military grant applied.
3 Tuition rate available to immediate family members (does not apply to DOW Federal Civilian Employees.)
4 The BSN program is 120 semester credit hours. To be admitted, applicants must have graduated from an eligible associate degree or diploma program in nursing (60 transfer credits) and hold an active and unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse (18 transfer credits). The Total Tuition Cost displayed is based on the 42 credits remaining in the program after these block transfer credits are applied. In addition, there is a $103 resource fee required as part of the Physical Assessment course and a one-time graduation fee of $150. Other fees may apply and all fees are subject to change without advance notice. Review University Fees for more information.
Master of Arts in Education (MAED)
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $567 | $17,010 |
| Retired Military Veteran and Immediate Family Members |
$425.252 | $12,757.50 |
| Immediate Family Members of Active Duty, Reservist and National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$3252 | $9,750 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard |
$2502 | $7,500 |
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Master of Science in Health Administration (MSHA)
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $567 | $27,216 |
| Retired Military Veteran and Immediate Family Members |
$425.252 | $20,412 |
| Immediate Family Members of Active Duty, Reservist and National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$3252 | $15,600 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard |
$2502 | $12,000 |
Dual Degree - Master of Science in Health Administration and Master of Business Administration (MSHA-MBA)
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $567 | $36,288 |
| Retired Military Veteran and Immediate Family Members |
$425.252 | $27,216 |
| Immediate Family Members of Active Duty, Reservist and National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$3252 | $20,800 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard |
$2502 | $16,000 |
Master of Science in Health Sciences (MSHS)
Master of Science in Homeland Security (MSHLS)
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $567 | $22,680 |
| Retired Military Veteran and Immediate Family Members |
$425.252 | $17,010 |
| Immediate Family Members of Active Duty, Reservist and National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$3252 | $13,000 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard |
$2502 | $10,000 |
Master of Science in Human Resource Management (MSHRM)
Master of Science in Information Technology Management (MSITM)
Master of Science in Leadership (MSL)
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $567 | $20,412 |
| Retired Military Veteran and Immediate Family Members |
$425.252 | $15,309 |
| Immediate Family Members of Active Duty, Reservist and National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$3252 | $11,700 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard |
$2502 | $9,000 |
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1,3 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $610 | $21,960 |
| Retired Military Veteran and Immediate Family Members |
$4572 | $16,452 |
| Immediate Family Members of Active Duty, Reservist and National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$3502 | $12,600 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard |
$2502 | $9,000 |
1Total Tuition Cost displayed is based on the total number of credits required for the program and may vary based on transfer credit applied. In addition, all students will be charged a one-time graduation fee of $150. Other fees may apply and all fees are subject to change without advance notice. See the University Catalog for more information.
2 Tuition per credit represented with applicable military grant applied.
3 There is a $103 resource fee required as part of the Advanced Health Assessment course in the MSN program.
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Leadership
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $761.25 | $39,585 |
| Retired Military Veteran |
$6852,3 | $35,620 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$656.252,3 | $34,125 |
Doctor of Education in Leadership - Degree Completion Program
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $761.25 | $18,270 |
| Retired Military Veteran |
$6852,3 | $16,440 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$656.252,3 | $15,750 |
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $787.50 | $37,800 |
| Retired Military Veteran |
$708.752,3 | $34,020 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$656.252,3 | $31,500 |
Doctorate of Health Administration (DHA)
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $787.50 | $34,650 |
| Retired Military Veteran |
$708.752,3 | $31,185 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$656.252,3 | $28,875 |
Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration
Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $990 | $55,440 |
| Retired Military Veteran |
$8852,3 | $49,560 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$8002,3 | $44,800 |
Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $990 | $51,480 |
| Retired Military Veteran |
$8852,3 | $46,020 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$8002,3 | $41,600 |
1Total Tuition Cost displayed is based on the total number of credits required for the program and may vary based on transfer credit applied. Does not include cost of dissertation continuation courses, the number of which vary based on dissertation completion date. In addition, all students will be charged a one-time graduation fee of $150. Other fees may apply and all fees are subject to change without advance notice. See the University Catalog for more information.
2 Tuition per credit represented with applicable military grant applied.
3 Tuition rate available to immediate family members (does not apply to DOW Federal Civilian Employees.)
The cost of attendance (COA), is the average academic year education-related cost for attending a program at an institution of higher education. Expected charges include direct costs, such as tuition and fees, and indirect costs (not charged directly by Trident), such as housing and food, travel, books and supplies, and other personal expenses. The COA will differ based on various circumstances, such as your enrollment status and living situation. Students living with their parents should reference the ‘With Parent’ components below. Students receiving Military Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) should reference the ‘BAH’ components below. All other students should reference the ‘Off-Campus’ components below.
Below are the COA components for the 2026-27 academic year. At Trident, a full time academic year consists of two semesters which is generally seven months in length.
Trident 2026-27 COA
With Parent Estimated Costs of Attendance |
Off Campus Estimated Costs of Attendance |
BAH Estimated Costs of Attendance |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Food and Housing1 | $4,193 per Academic Year | $8,372 per Academic Year | $4,193 per Academic Year |
| Miscellaneous/Personal Expenses1 | $2,632 per Academic Year | $2,632 per Academic Year | $2,632 per Academic Year |
| Books and Supplies2 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
1Based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Consumer Price Index Inflation Calculator: https://www.bls.gov/data/inflation_calculator.htm
2Books are bundled and included in the tuition cost.
Effective October 2026:
Non-Degree Seeking students will be charged the same tuition rates for the applicable credential level (undergraduate courses are charged at the bachelor’s rate and master’s courses are charged at the master’s rate).
Associate degree programs:
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $448 | $26,880 |
| Retired Military Veteran |
$3562,3 | $21,360 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$2502,3 | $15,000 |
1 Total Tuition Cost displayed is based on the total number of credits required for the program and may vary based on transfer credit applied. In addition, all students will be charged a one-time graduation fee of $150. Other fees may apply and all fees are subject to change without advance notice. See the University Catalog for more information.
2 Tuition per credit represented with applicable military grant applied.
3 Tuition rate available to immediate family members (does not apply to DOW Federal Civilian Employees.)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN):
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1,4 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $448 | $18,816 |
| Retired Military Veteran |
$3562,3 | $14,952 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$2502,3 | $10,500 |
All Other Bachelor's programs:
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $448 | $53,760 |
| Retired Military Veteran |
$3562,3 | $42,720 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$2502,3 | $30,000 |
1 Total Tuition Cost displayed is based on the total number of credits required for the program and may vary based on transfer credit applied. In addition, all students will be charged a one-time graduation fee of $150. Other fees may apply and all fees are subject to change without advance notice. See the University Catalog for more information.
2 Tuition per credit represented with applicable military grant applied.
3 Tuition rate available to immediate family members (does not apply to DOW Federal Civilian Employees.)
4 The BSN program is 120 semester credit hours. To be admitted, applicants must have graduated from an eligible associate degree or diploma program in nursing (60 transfer credits) and hold an active and unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse (18 transfer credits). The Total Tuition Cost displayed is based on the 42 credits remaining in the program after these block transfer credits are applied. In addition, there is a $103 resource fee required as part of the Physical Assessment course and a one-time graduation fee of $150. Other fees may apply and all fees are subject to change without advance notice. Review University Fees for more information.
Master of Arts in Education (MAED)
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $610 | $18,300 |
| Retired Military Veteran and Immediate Family Members |
$4572 | $13,710 |
| Immediate Family Members of Active Duty, Reservist, and National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$3502 | $10,500 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard |
$2502 | $7,500 |
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Master of Science in Health Administration (MSHA)
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $610 | $29,280 |
| Retired Military Veteran and Immediate Family Members |
$4572 | $21,936 |
| Immediate Family Members of Active Duty, Reservist, and National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$3502 | $16,800 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard |
$2502 | $12,000 |
Dual Degree - Master of Science in Health Administration and Master of Business Administration (MSHA-MBA)
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $610 | $39,040 |
| Retired Military Veteran and Immediate Family Members |
$4572 | $29,248 |
| Immediate Family Members of Active Duty, Reservist, and National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$3502 | $22,400 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard |
$2502 | $16,000 |
Master of Science in Health Sciences (MSHS)
Master of Science in Homeland Security (MSHLS)
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $610 | $24,400 |
| Retired Military Veteran and Immediate Family Members |
$4572 | $18,280 |
| Immediate Family Members of Active Duty, Reservist, and National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$3502 | $14,000 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard |
$2502 | $10,000 |
Master of Science in Human Resource Management (MSHRM)
Master of Science in Information Technology Management (MSITM)
Master of Science in Leadership (MSL)
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $610 | $21,960 |
| Retired Military Veteran and Immediate Family Members |
$4572 | $16,452 |
| Immediate Family Members of Active Duty, Reservist, and National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$3502 | $12,600 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard |
$2502 | $9,000 |
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1, 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $610 | $21,960 |
| Retired Military Veteran and Immediate Family Members |
$4572 | $16,452 |
| Immediate Family Members of Active Duty, Reservist, and National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$3502 | $12,600 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard |
$2502 | $9,000 |
1 Total Tuition Cost displayed is based on the total number of credits required for the program and may vary based on transfer credit applied. In addition, all students will be charged a one-time graduation fee of $150. Other fees may apply and all fees are subject to change without advance notice. See the University Catalog for more information.
2 Tuition per credit represented with applicable military grant applied.
3 There is a $103 resource fee required as part of the Advanced Health Assessment course in the MSN program.
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Leadership
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $799 | $41,548 |
| Retired Military Veteran |
$7192,3 | $37,388 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$6892,3 | $35,828 |
Doctor of Education in Leadership - Degree Completion Program
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $799 | $19,176 |
| Retired Military Veteran |
$7192,3 | $17,256 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$6892,3 | $16,536 |
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $826 | $39,648 |
| Retired Military Veteran |
$7432,3 | $35,664 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$6882,3 | $33,024 |
Doctorate of Health Administration (DHA)
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $826 | $36,344 |
| Retired Military Veteran |
$7432,3 | $32,692 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$6882,3 | $30,272 |
Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration
Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $1039 | $58,184 |
| Retired Military Veteran |
$9292,3 | $52,024 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$8402,3 | $47,040 |
Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership
| tuition type | per credit cost | total tuition cost1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $1039 | $54,028 |
| Retired Military Veteran |
$9292,3 | $48,308 |
| Active Duty Reservist National Guard Department of War Federal Civilian Employees |
$8402,3 | $43,680 |
1 Total Tuition Cost displayed is based on the total number of credits required for the program and may vary based on transfer credit applied. Does not include cost of dissertation continuation courses, the number of which vary based on dissertation completion date. In addition, all students will be charged a one-time graduation fee of $150. Other fees may apply and all fees are subject to change without advance notice. See the University Catalog for more information.
2 Tuition per credit represented with applicable military grant applied.
3 Tuition rate available to immediate family members (does not apply to DOW Federal Civilian Employees.)
The cost of attendance (COA), is the average academic year education-related cost for attending a program at an institution of higher education. Expected charges include direct costs, such as tuition and fees, and indirect costs (not charged directly by Trident), such as housing and food, travel, books and supplies, and other personal expenses. The COA will differ based on various circumstances, such as your enrollment status and living situation. Students living with their parents should reference the ‘With Parent’ components below. Students receiving Military Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) should reference the ‘BAH’ components below. All other students should reference the ‘Off-Campus’ components below.
Below are the COA components for the 2026-27 academic year. At Trident, a full time academic year consists of two semesters which is generally seven months in length.
Trident 2026-27 COA
|
With Parent Estimated Costs of Attendance |
Off Campus Estimated Costs of Attendance |
BAH Estimated Costs of Attendance |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Food and Housing1 | $4,193 per Academic Year | $8,372 per Academic Year | $4,193 per Academic Year |
| Miscellaneous/Personal Expenses1 | $2,632 per Academic Year | $2,632 per Academic year | $2,632 per Academic Year |
| Books and Supplies2 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
1 Based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Consumer Price Index Inflation Calculator: https://www.bls.gov/data/inflation_calculator.htm
2 Books are bundled and included in the tuition cost.
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The University reserves the right to change tuition as it deems necessary. Many factors can impact the total tuition cost and time to completion such as course loads, course repetitions, transfer or proficiency credits, and approved leaves of absence. Doctoral program completion time and cost also depends on an individual student’s time needed to complete all required dissertation or doctoral project requirements which vary by student.
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