The following rates are effective for BU Wheelock master’s and professional programs for summer 2026, fall 2026 and spring 2027.
To determine your total cost of attendance, refer to the 2026–2027 Budget Worksheet.
If you plan to take courses at other BU colleges outside of Wheelock, please check with individual school to confirm their tuition rates as tuition for graduate programs at Boston University varies by college.
Full-Time (12-18 credits per semester)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Fall/Spring Tuition | $36,512 per semester |
| Summer Tuition | $845 per credit |
| Fees* | $549 per semester (fall/spring) $100 for the summer semester |
| Course Overload** | $2,282 per credit |
*Mandatory university fees include the Student Services, Health & Wellness, and Graduate Program fees. For an explanation of the fees, please visit the Student Financials Website.
**Students enrolled in more than 18 credits will incur the above course overload charge per credit.
Part-Time (less than 12 credits per semester)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Fall/Spring Evening* and Online Tuition | $1,141 per credit |
| Fall/Spring Daytime Tuition | $2,282 per credit |
| Summer Tuition | $845 per credit |
| Fees** | $100 per semester |
*The evening course rate applies to all courses that begin at 4 pm or later. Most courses associated with part-time programs occur at 4 pm or later. Please contact us for more information.
**Mandatory university fees include the Student Services and Graduate Program fees.
AI & Education Programs
| Item | Total Cost of Program |
|---|---|
| AI & Education EdM Tuition | $30,000 |
| AI & Education Certificate Tuition | $16,000 |
The fully online AI & Education programs cost $1,000 per credit. You will be billed at the start of each semester on a per-credit basis. Once you have registered for the program, your rate is locked in until graduation. Due to its reduced price, no merit aid or other tuition discounts are available for this program. However, third-party funding (e.g., employer tuition assistance) is allowed.