MAPP Cost
MAPP Tuition & Fees Home / MAPP Cost Apply Now Request Information Join an Info Session The Value of The College of Idaho Your investment here is one that pays off for a lifetime. The College of Idaho delivers the kind of personal, high-impact education that leads to real-world results. And while our outcomes rival the best, our graduation tuition is below the national average for similar programs— and includes personalized experiences, small classes and a support system unlike any other. Explore tuition, scholarships, and resources for paying for graduate school that set us apart and help you plan your investment in your future. 2025-2026 MAPP Tuition The Master of Applied Public Policy program consists of 36 credit hours that you can finish in just 18 months over six 10-week blocks. Program Tuition: $29,880 Graduate Program and Technology Fee: $75 per 10-week block Note: The above tuition/fees represent the approximate total cost of the graduate degree program based on the current tuition and fees schedules. If your degree program spans more than one academic year, tuition and fees in future academic years are subject to change. The upcoming year’s tuition and fees schedules are posted in late spring. The College of Idaho’s MAPP tuition and fees are due before or on the first day of the semester. The MAPP program is a semester-based program (Fall: July-December and Spring: January-May). Each 20-week semester is broken into two 10-week course blocks. If you begin the degree program in the second 10-week block, tuition and fees will be due on or before the first day of class for your initial term, but then will be due on or before the first day of the semester thereafter (i.e. all courses taken in Spring Block 1 and Spring Block 2 must be paid on the first day of the spring semester). The amounts above reflect the approximate total cost of the graduate degree program based on the current tuition and fees schedules. If your degree program spans more than one academic year, tuition and fees in future academic years are subject to change. The upcoming year’s tuition and fees schedules are posted in late spring. MAPP Resources Admission Requirements Curriculum FAQS HAVE QUESTIONS? McKay Cunningham Director of Master of Applied Public Policy Program mapp@collegeofidaho.edu 512-983-8000 https://youtu.be/ycFXCiRIVAc Whether you’re new to grappling with policy issues or a seasoned professional ready to enhance your career, the flexible MAPP degree program prepares you to implement real change in your community or organization. Let’s turn your passion into policy. Financial Aid Students can qualify for federal financial assistance based on the information they submit in their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). To learn more about financial aid options, explore our financial resources for graduate students or contact Financial Aid Services at finaid@collegeofidaho.edu or 208-459-5380. Scholarships The College of Idaho offers tuition scholarships for the MAPP program to the following students: Individuals working at a nonprofit organization Individuals working at, or who were recently employed as of January 1, 2025 at, a city, state or federal government entity or agency Alumni of The College of Idaho Full-time employees of The College of Idaho pursuant to our tuition remission policy Active U.S. military service members, reservists, National Guard members and veterans Employees of organizations under a partnership agreement with The College of Idaho Additional Cost of Attendance Information There’s more to know about paying for graduate school beyond tuition information. From offering student-centered payment plans to course-specific expenses and refund policies, our goal is to make the process clear and manageable. As you review the details in the next section, know we’re here to support you every step of the way. Enrollment Deposit After you’ve been accepted to The College of Idaho, you must pay a $300 matriculation deposit to secure your spot in the graduate program. This one-time, non-refundable deposit is credited toward your first term’s tuition. Textbooks We require graduate students to purchase textbooks for their courses. Students may order books from The College of Idaho’s online bookstore, which MBS Direct manages. Students with book vouchers can use them through MBS Direct. Alternatively, students can order or rent books from other sources, such as Amazon, independent booksellers, textbook sites like textbooks.com or ecampus.com or directly from publishers. Before purchasing, students should carefully review book requirements and ensure they obtain the correct edition, using the ISBN for accuracy. Note: The Cruzen-Murray Library does not endorse any of the retailers listed. We are providing this information for the benefit of students. Student Health Insurance All graduate students enrolled in a residential certificate, master’s or doctoral program at The College of Idaho, or participating in a College athletic program, must have health insurance coverage. Students enrolled in a hybrid program or an exclusively online program are encouraged but not mandated to have health insurance unless their immigration status requires it. Graduate students can purchase student health insurance through The College of Idaho. The health insurance premium is $2,492 for the 2025-2026 plan year. TimelyCare We create an inclusive environment where students can access the medical and psychological support they need to make the most of their graduate experience. Therefore, as part of the Graduate Program and Technology fee, all graduate students can get 24/7, on-demand medical and mental health assistance from counselors, doctors, nurse practitioners and more. Graduate students enrolled at The College of Idaho receive 12 free virtual sessions a year with TimelyCare. Examples of the services provided include: Medical: 24/7 on-demand and scheduled medical visits. Talk Now: On-demand mental health support available 24/7. Health Coaching: Virtual appointments with certified health coaches. Scheduled Counseling: Meetings with local licensed counselors. Psychiatry: No-cost psychiatric services. Payment Options Upon enrollment, students can access financial account and payment information online through Self Service. They can view real-time account balances, charges, payments and statements and make payments online via credit card or e-check. The payment terms and options simplify the payment process, ensuring students can focus on classes instead of financial concerns. To make a tuition payment, take the following steps: Pay the full-term balance
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