Tuition & Fees for School of Nursing Programs
From the caliber of our faculty and facilities to the impressive career outcomes of our alumni, it’s clear that a degree from the School of Nursing is an exceptional investment in your future.
Each year, UR Nursing works closely with our students to provide guidance and resources on how to secure grants, scholarships, employer tuition benefits and loans that will cover the cost of attendance. Learn more at the Scholarship & Aid Opportunities page.
Tuition & Fees
Below is information regarding tuition and other fees and costs to attend UR Nursing.
Tuition & Fees for 2024-25 Academic Year
Tuition & Fees for 2023-24 Academic Year
Cost Estimates by Program
Below are tuition and fees by program. When looking at program-specific costs you may also want to reference degree plans for any course-related fees, which can be found on respective program pages.
Accelerated Bachelor's in Nursing Program (ABSN)
PhD in Nursing & Health Science Program
For more information about tuition and fees, visit the Office of the Bursar.
| Cost Estimate for the 12-Month Accelerated Bachelor's in Nursing Program, Fall 2024 Cohort | ||
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| Tuition & Mandatory Fees | Semester | Total (Three-semesters) |
| Tuition | $27,210 / semester | $81,630 |
| Monthly Payment Plan Fee, undergraduate | $25 / semester | $75 |
| Health Professions Fee, full-time undergraduate | $33 / semester | $99 |
| Lab Fee | $450 / semester | $1,350 |
| Technology Fee | $65 / semester | $195 |
| Mobile Device and Resource Fee* *This covers the cost of an optimized iPad, all books and materials required for the ABSN program, and access to NurseThink. |
$1,525 / semester | $4,575* |
| Total Tuition & Mandatory Fees | $29,308 / semester | $87,924 |
Health Fees Full-time students in the Accelerated Bachelor’s (ABSN) program participate in the comprehensive Student Health Program offered by University Health Service (UHS). For general information, see Health Insurance for Full-Time Students. |
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| Mandatory Health Fee | $828 (2024-25 rate) | |
Health Insurance, if applicable* *All full-time students must have health insurance. Students can enroll in the UR Student Health Insurance Plan or remain on their insurance if it meets the University Insurance Criteria. |
$3,720 (2024-25 rate) | |
NCLEX Exam and Licensure Fees The cost for graduates of the Accelerated Bachelor's (ABSN) program to take the NCLEX-RN exam is $200. The New York State licensure fee is $143 (Other states vary from $90 to $350). |
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Estimated Other Expenses If you need to use an estimate for education costs beyond tuition and fees for immigration or loan purposes, see the official estimate provided by the University of Rochester Financial Aid Office below, or visit Financing Your Accelerated Nursing Program Education for details on how to apply for federal aid. If you expect your living expenses to be greater than the amounts listed below, please contact our financial aid counselor. These can be reviewed on a case by case basis. |
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| Estimated Housing & Food | Estimated Housing & Food | |
| Estimated Books & Supplies* *While this is an average for the program, the additional costs for books and supplies for ABSN students are minimal as book costs are bundled in the Mobile Device & Resource Fee. |
$1,965 | |
| Travel | $3,000 | |
| Personal | $3,000 | |
| Cost Estimate for the RN to BS Program, 2023-24 Academic Year | |
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| Tuition Rates | |
| RN to BS Tuition Rate | $1,200 / credit hour |
| Tuition Rate with the Finger Lakes Regional Scholarship | $600 / credit hour |
| Tuition Rate with the Affiliate Professional Development Grant | $540 / credit hour |
| Tuition Rate with the SON Tuition Grant for UR Employees and UR Employee Tuition Benefits | $0 / credit hour |
| Variable credits for RN-BS NUR 350 Course, after the initial 4 credits* Note: As part of tuition costs, variable credits are fully covered for UR employees with SON Tuition Grant and employee tuition benefits. |
$200 / credit hour |
| Total of Tuition | Varies |
| Other Fees | |
| Technology Fee | $200 / per program |
Mobile Device Fee* *This covers the cost of an optimized iPad which includes all course content required for the RN to BS program |
$950 / per program |
| Total of Other Fees | $1,150 / per program |
Estimated Other Expenses If you need to use an estimate for education costs beyond tuition and fees for immigration or loan purposes, see the official estimate provided by the University of Rochester Financial Aid Office below, or visit the Financial Aid website for details on how to apply for federal aid. |
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| Estimated Housing & Food | $12,960 |
| Estimated Books & Supplies* *Additional costs for books and supplies for RN-BS students at UR Nursing are minimal, as all required course content is included with the iPad under the Mobile Device Fee. |
$1,965 |
| Travel | $2,250 |
| Personal | $2,250 |
| Cost Estimate for Master's, DNP Programs, 2024-25 Academic Year | ||
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| Tuition & Fees | ||
| Tuition Rate | $1,740 / credit hour | |
| Site Placement Fees, if applicable | $20 / course | |
| Standardized Patient Fees, if applicable | $45 / course | |
| Lab Fees, if applicable | $50-$585 / course | |
| Total of Tuition and Fees | Varies | |
Certification Exam and Licensure Fees For master's students who complete a certification exam upon graduation, exam costs will vary by organization ($315 for AANP, $395 for ANCC, and $425 for the CNL exam). For nurse practitioner students who are eligible for state licensure, the state licensure fee varies by state ($85 for New York State, or $100-$500 for other states). |
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Estimated Other Expenses If you need to use an estimate for education costs beyond tuition and fees for immigration or loan purposes, see the official estimate provided by the University of Rochester Financial Aid Office below, or visit the Financial Aid website for details on how to apply for federal aid. |
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| Estimated Housing & Food | $12,960 | |
| Estimated Books & Supplies |
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| Travel | $3,000 | |
| Personal | $3,000 | |
| Cost Estimate for PhD Programs, 2023-24 Academic Year | |
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| Tuition and Fees | |
| Tuition Rate | $0 / credit hour for up to 60 credits covered by school waiver for full-time PhD students $1,740 / credit hour for any remaining credits |
| International student fee, if applicable | $53/ semester |
| 995 Continuation of Doctoral Enrollment, if applicable | $1,070 / semester |
| Total of Tuition and Fees | Varies |
Estimated Other Expenses If you need to use an estimate for education costs beyond tuition and fees for immigration or loan purposes, see the official estimate provided by the University of Rochester Financial Aid Office below, or visit the Financial Aid website for details on how to apply for federal aid. |
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| Estimated Housing & Food | $12,960 |
| Estimated Books & Supplies | $1,965 |
| Travel | $3,000 |
| Personal | $3,000 |
| Total of Estimated Other Expenses | $20,925 |