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Learn about tuition and fees for Adler’s Chicago, Vancouver, and Online campuses. Find the information you need to plan and invest in your graduate education with confidence.

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Understanding tuition and fees is key to planning your studies. Explore costs for Adler’s programs in Chicago, Vancouver, and online. If you have questions, connect with our team for guidance and support as you plan ahead.

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* All amounts listed are in U.S. dollars. Please note that the total calculated above may be reduced with scholarships available to incoming students and transfer credit. Tuition is subject to change, may increase slightly each year, and does not include other costs associated with attendance including books and living expenses. In addition, some programs may have additional costs associated with qualifying exams. Also note that students who are active in multiple programs will have the tuition rate and fees associated with their highest program assessed each semester.

Tuition & Fees (2023-2024 Chicago location)

Admission Fees and Deposits

Admissions Application Fee (non-refundable)$30
Deposit (non-refundable) – M.A. Programs$200
Deposit (non-refundable) – Doctoral Programs$300
Deferment Fee (non-refundable)$500

Tuition (per credit)*

Psy.D. Credit Hour$1,704
Ph.D. Credit Hour$1,646
M.A. Programs Credit Hour Including Dual Degree (except Public Policy & Administration)$1,468
Master of Public Policy and Administration$934
Certificate in Sex Therapy$934
Audit Psy.D. Credit Hour $854
Audit Ph.D. Credit Hour$826
Audit M.A. Programs Credit Hour Including Dual Degree (except Public Policy & Administration)$736
Audit Master of Public Policy and Administration Credit Hour$466

Universal Fee (per semester)*

International Student Fee (per term)$1,054
Certificate Programs$438
Certificate in Sex Therapy$208
M.A. in Counseling: Art Therapy$478
M.A. in Counseling: Clinical Mental Health Counseling (full-time)$562
M.A. in Counseling: Clinical Mental Health Counseling (part-time) $370
M.A. in Counseling: Forensic Psychology$478
M.A. in Counseling: Rehabilitation Counseling$562
M.A. in Counseling: Sport and Health Psychology $742
M.A. in Couple & Family Therapy$478
M.A. in Public Policy and Administration (full-time)$478
M.A. in Public Policy and Administration (part-time)$208
M.A. in Forensic Mental Health Leadership$208
Dual Degree: FMHL and CMHC$562
Dual Degree: FMHL and M.A. Rehabilitation Counseling$562
M.S. in Sport and Human Performance$208
Dual Degree: M.S. Sport & Human Performance and CMHC$562
Dual Degree: M.S. Sport & Human Performance and M.A. Rehabilitation Counseling$562
Doctor (Ph.D.) in Art Therapy$562
Doctor (Ph.D.) of Couple & Family Therapy$562
Doctor (Ph.D.) of Counselor Education & Supervision$562
Doctor (Psy.D.) of Psychology in Clinical Psychology; All Emphases except Child & Adolescent$800
Doctor (Psy.D.) of Psychology in Clinical Psychology – Child & Adolescent Emphasis$800

Registration-Based Fees

Psy.D. Dissertation/Continuation Course$1,704
Psy.D. Internship Course (full-time)$1,704
Psy.D. Internship Course (part-time)$854
M.A. Pre-requisite$2,010
Psy.D. Pre-requisite $2,338
Study Abroad Fee – MAT-652-D,E,IS$400
Study Abroad Fee – MAT-655-A$400
Study Abroad Fee – MCFT-870$400
Study Abroad Fee – CFTD-870$400

Miscellaneous Fees

Course Drop$70
Late Payment Fee (% of past due balance)2%
Late Registration$440
Official Transcript$10
Post-Add/Drop Registration$440
Returned Check (per occurrence)$70
Stop Payment $36
Transfer/Waiver Credit Evaluation$56
UPASS (charged per semester of full-time enrollment)$166
UPASS Replacement$50

*Please note: all tuition and fees are subject to change. Also note that students who are active in multiple programs will have the tuition rate and universal fee associated with their highest program assessed each semester.

Tuition & Fees (2024-2025 Chicago location)

Admission Fees and Deposits

Admissions Application Fee (non-refundable)$30
Deposit (non-refundable) – M.A. Programs $200
Deposit (non-refundable) – Doctoral Programs $300
Deferment Fee (non-refundable)$500

Tuition (per credit)*

Psy.D. Credit Hour$1,824
Ph.D. Credit Hour$1,762
M.A. Programs Credit Hour Including Dual Degree (except Public Policy & Administration)$1570
Master of Public Policy and Administration$1000
Certificate in Sex Therapy$1000
Audit Psy.D. Credit Hour $914
Audit Ph.D. Credit Hour$884
Audit M.A. Programs Credit Hour Including Dual Degree (except Public Policy & Administration)$788
Audit Master of Public Policy and Administration Credit Hour$498

Universal Fee (per semester)*

International Student Fee (per term)$1,402
Certificate Programs$468
Certificate in Sex Therapy$222
M.A. in Counseling: Art Therapy$478
M.A. in Counseling: Clinical Mental Health Counseling (full-time)$602
M.A. in Counseling: Clinical Mental Health Counseling (part-time) $369
M.A. in Counseling: Forensic Psychology$512
M.A. in Counseling: Rehabilitation Counseling$602
M.A. in Counseling: Sport and Health Psychology $794
M.A. in Couple & Family Therapy$512
M.A. in Public Policy and Administration (full-time)$478
M.A. in Public Policy and Administration (part-time)$222
M.A. in Forensic Mental Health Leadership$208
Dual Degree: FMHL and CMHC$602
Dual Degree: FMHL and M.A. Rehabilitation Counseling$602
M.S. in Sport and Human Performance$208
Dual Degree: M.S. Sport & Human Performance and CMHC$602
Dual Degree: M.S. Sport & Human Performance and M.A. Rehabilitation Counseling$602
Doctor (Ph.D.) in Art Therapy$562
Doctor (Ph.D.) of Couple & Family Therapy$562
Doctor (Ph.D.) of Counselor Education & Supervision$562
Doctor (Psy.D.) of Psychology in Clinical Psychology; All Emphases except Child & Adolescent$800
Doctor (Psy.D.) of Psychology in Clinical Psychology – Child & Adolescent Emphasis$856

Universal Fee (per semester)*

Psy.D. Dissertation/Continuation Course$1,704
Psy.D. Internship Course (full-time)$1,704
Psy.D. Internship Course (part-time)$854
M.A. Pre-requisite$2,010
Psy.D. Pre-requisite $2,338
Study Abroad Fee – MAT-652-D,E,IS$400
Study Abroad Fee – MAT-655-A$400
Study Abroad Fee – MCFT-870$400
Study Abroad Fee – CFTD-870$400

Registration-Based Fees

Psy.D. Dissertation/Continuation Course$1,824
Psy.D. Internship Course (full-time)$1,824
Psy.D. Internship Course (part-time)$914
Ph.D. Dissertation/Continuation Course $1,762
M.A. Pre-requisite$2,150
Psy.D. Pre-requisite $2,502
Study Abroad Fee – MAT-652-D,E,IS$428
Study Abroad Fee – MAT-655-A$428
Study Abroad Fee – MCFT-870$428
Study Abroad Fee – CFTD-870$428

Miscellaneous Fees

Course Drop$74
Late Payment Fee (% of past due balance)2%
Late Registration$440
Official Transcript$10
Post-Add/Drop Registration$440
Returned Check (per occurrence)$74
Stop Payment $38
Transfer/Waiver Credit Evaluation$60
UPASS (charged per semester of full-time enrollment)$178
UPASS Replacement$54

*Please note: all tuition and fees are subject to change. Also note that students who are active in multiple programs will have the tuition rate and universal fee associated with their highest program assessed each semester.

Degree Completion Fees

Late Degree Completion Application$70
Late Graduation Application$70
Replacement Diploma$70

*Please note: all tuition and fees are subject to change. Also note that students who are active in multiple programs will have the tuition rate and universal fee associated with their highest program assessed each semester.

Additional Associated Expenses

Books and Supplies (per credit hour)$50
Living Expenses (e.g. Rent, Utilities) (per month of enrollment)$1,710
Transportation (per month of enrollment)$487
Miscellaneous Expenses (per month of enrollment)$240

In addition to Tuition and Fee charges, you may anticipate other costs associated with attending school. While your individual living expenses may differ, the following costs are budgeted in your Cost of Attendance at Adler University allowing for additional financial aid to help meet these potential expenses.

Tuition & Fees (2025-2026 Chicago location)

Admission Fees and Deposits

Admissions Application Fee (non-refundable)$30
Deposit (non-refundable) – M.A. Programs $214
Deposit (non-refundable) – Doctoral Programs $322
Deferment Fee (non-refundable)$536

Tuition (per credit)*

Psy.D. Credit Hour$1,879
Ph.D. Credit Hour$1,815
M.A. Programs Credit Hour Including Dual Degree (except Public Policy & Administration)$1,617
Master of Public Policy and Administration$1,030
Certificate in Sex Therapy$1,030
Audit Psy.D. Credit Hour $941
Audit Ph.D. Credit Hour$911
Audit M.A. Programs Credit Hour Including Dual Degree (except Public Policy & Administration)$812
Audit Master of Public Policy and Administration Credit Hour$513

Universal Fee (per semester)*

International Student Fee (per term)$1,402
Certificate Programs$468
Certificate in Sex Therapy$222
M.A. in Counseling: Art Therapy$478
M.A. in Counseling: Clinical Mental Health Counseling (full-time)$602
M.A. in Counseling: Clinical Mental Health Counseling (part-time) $369
M.A. in Counseling: Forensic Psychology$512
M.A. in Counseling: Rehabilitation Counseling$602
M.A. in Counseling: Sport and Health Psychology $794
M.A. in Couple & Family Therapy$512
M.A. in Public Policy and Administration (full-time)$478
M.A. in Public Policy and Administration (part-time)$222
M.A. in Forensic Mental Health Leadership$208
Dual Degree: FMHL and CMHC$602
Dual Degree: FMHL and M.A. Rehabilitation Counseling$602
M.S. in Sport and Human Performance$208
Dual Degree: M.S. Sport & Human Performance and CMHC$602
Dual Degree: M.S. Sport & Human Performance and M.A. Rehabilitation Counseling$602
Doctor (Ph.D.) in Art Therapy$562
Doctor (Ph.D.) of Couple & Family Therapy$562
Doctor (Ph.D.) of Counselor Education & Supervision$562
Doctor (Psy.D.) of Psychology in Clinical Psychology; All Emphases except Child & Adolescent$800
Doctor (Psy.D.) of Psychology in Clinical Psychology – Child & Adolescent Emphasis$856

Registration-Based Fees

Psy.D. Dissertation/Continuation Course$1,879
Psy.D. Internship Course (full-time)$1,879
Psy.D. Internship Course (part-time)$939
Ph.D. Dissertation/Continuation Course $1,762
M.A. Pre-requisite$2,150
Psy.D. Pre-requisite $2,502
Study Abroad Fee – MAT-652-D,E,IS$428
Study Abroad Fee – MAT-655-A$428
Study Abroad Fee – MCFT-870$428
Study Abroad Fee – CFTD-870$428

Miscellaneous Fees

Course Drop$74
Late Payment Fee (% of past due balance)2%
Late Registration$440
Official Transcript$10
Post-Add/Drop Registration$440
Returned Check (per occurrence)$74
Stop Payment $38
Transfer/Waiver Credit Evaluation (per request)$60
UPASS (charged per semester of full-time enrollment)$178
UPASS Replacement$54
Tuition Insurance$111

*Please note: all tuition and fees are subject to change.

Tuition & Fees (2026-2027 Chicago location)

Admission Fees and Deposits

Admissions Application Fee (non-refundable)$30
Deposit (non-refundable) – M.A. Programs $200
Deposit (non-refundable) – Doctoral Programs $300
Deferment Fee (non-refundable)$500

Tuition (per credit)*

Psy.D. Credit Hour$1,935
Ph.D. Credit Hour$1,869
M.A. Programs Credit Hour Including Dual Degree (except Public Policy & Admin)$1,666
Master of Public Policy and Administration$1,061
Certificate in Sex Therapy$1,061
Audit Psy.D. Credit Hour$970
Audit Ph.D. Credit Hour$938
Audit M.A. Programs Credit Hour Including Dual Degree (except Public Policy & Adm)$836
Audit Master of Public Policy and Adm Credit Hour$528
International Student Fee (per term)$1,444

Universal Fee (per semester)*

Certificate in Sex Therapy$229
M.A. in Counseling: Art Therapy$492
M.A. in Counseling: Clinical Mental Health Counseling (full-time)$620
M.A. in Counseling: Clinical Mental Health Counseling (full-time)$408
M.A. in Counseling: Forensic Psychology$527
M.A. in Counseling: Rehabilitation Counseling$620
M.A. in Counseling: Sport and Health Psychology$818
M.A. in Public Policy and Administration (full-time)$492
M.A. in Public Policy and Administration (part-time)$229
M.A. in Forensic Mental Health Leadership$214
Dual Degree: FMHL and CMHC$620
Dual Degree: FMHL and M.A. Rehabilitation Counseling$620
M.S. in Sport and Human Performance$214
Dual Degree: M.S. Sport & Human Performance and CMHC$620
Dual Degree: M.S. Sport & Human Performance and M.A. Rehabilitation Counseling$620
Doctor (Ph.D.) in Art Therapy$579
Doctor (Ph.D.) of Couple & Family Therapy$579
Doctor (Ph.D.) of Counselor Education & Supervision$579
Doctor (Psy.D.) of Psyc in Clinical Psychology; All Emphases except Child & Adolescent$824
Doctor (Psy.D.) of Psychology in Clinical Psychology – Child & Adolescent Emphasis$882

Registration-Based Fees

Psy.D. Dissertation/Continuation Course$1,935
Psy.D. Internship Course (full-time)$1,935
Ph.D. Dissertation/Continuation Course$1,935
M.A. Pre-requisite$2,215
Psy.D. Pre-requisite$2,577
Study Abroad Fee$441

Miscellaneous Fees

Course Drop$74
Late Payment Fee (% of past due balance)2%
Late Registration$440
Official Transcript$10
Post-Add/Drop Registration$440
Returned Check (per occurrence)$74
Stop Payment$38
Transfer/Waiver Credit Evaluation (per request)$60
UPASS (charged per semester of full-time enrollment)$178
Tuition Insurance$111

*Please note: all tuition and fees are subject to change.

Please make a selection using the filters above.

* All amounts listed are in U.S. dollars. Please note that the total calculated above may be reduced with scholarships available to incoming students and transfer credit. Tuition is subject to change, may increase slightly each year, and does not include other costs associated with attendance such as books.

Tuition & Fees (2023-2024, Online location)

Tuition (per credit)* All amounts listed are in U.S. dollars.

M.A. Programs – excluding Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Online Modality) $924
Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Online Modality)**$1,454
Ph.D. Programs$924
Certificate Programs$924
Audit M.A. Programs$462
Audit Ph.D. Credit Hour$462

Universal Fee (per 16-week term)*

All Online Programs$546
Technology Fee$400
Certificate Programs (EXCEPT Sex Therapy)$438

Admissions Fees & Deposits

Admissions Application Fee (CMHC Online Only, non-refundable)$30

Miscellaneous Fees

Late Payment Fee (% of past due balance)2%
Official Transcript$10
Returned Check (per occurrence)$70
Stop Payment $36
Deferment Fee$500

Additional Associated Expenses

Books and Supplies (per credit hour)$50
Living Expenses (e.g. Rent, Utilities) (per month of enrollment)$1,710
Miscellaneous Expenses (per month of enrollment)$240

In addition to Tuition and Fee charges, you may anticipate other costs associated with attending school. While your individual living expenses may differ, the following costs are budgeted in your Cost of Attendance at Adler University allowing for additional financial aid to help meet these potential expenses.

Tuition & Fees (2024-2025, Online location)

Tuition (per credit)* All amounts listed are in U.S. dollars.

M.A. Programs – excluding Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Online Modality) $972
Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Online Modality)**$1,530
Ph.D. Programs$972
Certificate Programs$972
Audit M.A. Programs$486
Audit Ph.D. Credit Hour$486

** The M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Online Modality) is an alternate learning format for our Clinical Mental Health Counseling CACREP-accredited program, offered through our Chicago Campus. The tuition rate reflects the on-campus Masters’ degree programs.

Universal Fee (per 16-week term)*

All Online Programs$574
Technology Fee$500
Certificate Programs (EXCEPT Sex Therapy)$468

Admissions Fees & Deposits

Admissions Application Fee (CMHC Online Only, non-refundable)$30

Miscellaneous Fees

Late Payment Fee (% of past due balance)2%
Official Transcript$10
Returned Check (per occurrence)$74
Stop Payment $38
Deferment Fee$500

Additional Associated Expenses

Books and Supplies (per credit hour)$50
Living Expenses (e.g. Rent, Utilities) (per month of enrollment)$1,710
Miscellaneous Expenses (per month of enrollment)$240

In addition to Tuition and Fee charges, you may anticipate other costs associated with attending school. While your individual living expenses may differ, the following costs are budgeted in your Cost of Attendance at Adler University allowing for additional financial aid to help meet these potential expenses.

Tuition & Fees (2025-2026, Online location)

Tuition (per credit)* All amounts listed are in U.S. dollars.

M.A. Programs – excluding Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Online Modality) $1,001
Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Online Modality)**$1,576
Ph.D. Programs$1,001
Certificate Programs$1,001
Audit M.A. Programs$501
Audit Ph.D. Credit Hour$501

** The M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Online Modality) is an alternate learning format for our Clinical Mental Health Counseling CACREP-accredited program, offered through our Chicago Campus. The tuition rate reflects the on-campus Masters’ degree programs.

Universal Fee (per 16-week term)*

All Online Programs$574
Technology Fee$500
Certificate Programs (EXCEPT Sex Therapy)$468

Admissions Fees & Deposits

Admissions Application Fee (CMHC Online Only, non-refundable)$30

Miscellaneous Fees

Late Payment Fee (% of past due balance)2%
Official Transcript$10
Returned Check (per occurrence)$74
Stop Payment $38
Deferment Fee$500
Tuition Insurance$106

Additional Associated Expenses

Books and Supplies (per credit hour)$50
Living Expenses (e.g. Rent, Utilities) (per month of enrollment)$1,710
Miscellaneous Expenses (per month of enrollment)$240

In addition to Tuition and Fee charges, you may anticipate other costs associated with attending school. While your individual living expenses may differ, the following costs are budgeted in your Cost of Attendance at Adler University allowing for additional financial aid to help meet these potential expenses.

Tuition & Fees (2026-2027, Online location)

Tuition (per credit)* All amounts listed are in U.S. dollars.

M.A. Programs – excluding Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Online Modality)$1031
Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Online Modality)**$1623
Ph.D. Programs$1031
Certificate Programs$1061
Audit M.A. Programs$516
Audit Ph.D. Credit Hour$516

** The M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Online Modality) is an alternate learning format for our Clinical Mental Health Counseling CACREP-accredited program, offered through our Chicago Campus. The tuition rate reflects the on-campus Masters’ degree programs.

Universal Fee (per 16-week term)*

All Online Programs$591
Technology Fee$515
Certificate in Sex Therapy$229

Admissions Fees & Deposits

Admissions Application Fee (for all programs)$30
Deposit (non-refundable) – M.A. Programs $200
Deposit (non-refundable) – Doctoral Programs $300

Miscellaneous Fees

Late Payment Fee (% of past due balance)2%
Official Transcript$10
Returned Check (per occurrence)$74
Stop Payment $38
Deferment Fee$500
Tuition Insurance$111

In addition to Tuition and Fee charges, you may anticipate other costs associated with attending school. While your individual living expenses may differ, the following costs are budgeted in your Cost of Attendance at Adler University allowing for additional financial aid to help meet these potential expenses.

Please make a selection using the filters above.