Tuition & Fees

The total estimated cost for the M.A. in Cultural Leadership and Management is $41,000, based on current tuition and fees for the 2025–2026 academic year.

Please note that tuition is charged on a per-credit basis, and the total cost per semester will vary depending on the number of credits a student enrolls in.

In addition to tuition, students are responsible for expenses related to the residency portion of the program, including housing, transportation, and dining.

Tuition per credit	$1,030
Student and Technology Fee per credit	$73
Residency Fee	$500
Enrollment Deposit **	$250

**applied to the first semester's tuition

 

Scholarships

Scholarship awards for this program typically average around $6,000, helping make your graduate education more affordable. We offer merit-based scholarships for students committed to ethical, community-centered cultural work. To be considered for a scholarship, students must apply in their first semester in the program and write a 500-700 word essay about their qualifications for the scholarship. The essay must include:

• Evidence supporting your qualifications
• The relevant topical issues you are most passionate about related to ethical, community-centered cultural work
• If chosen as a scholarship recipient, how you will articulate and sustain your mission and help others benefit from your experience? What impact do you hope to make in your future work?

Federal Financial Aid and Payment Plans

• Federal financial aid

Many students are eligible for federal financial aid. Visit Goucher’s Financial Aid Information for Graduate Students page for comprehensive information about your federal financial aid options.

• Monthly payment plans

Goucher offers monthly payment plans that allow you to spread tuition payments across the semester. Visit the Payment Options page for more information.