Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, & Autism Studies Cost and Aid
Let’s break down the cost of our School of Education post-baccalaureate and graduate degree programs—and explore how we make them more affordable for you. Programs include PBTL, MAT, MEd, MA in Autism Studies, and MS in Applied Behavior Analysis.
Post-Baccalaureate
The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Licensure program is for students who have a bachelor’s degree, but seek teaching licensure without obtaining a graduate degree, Therefore, course standards and costs are equivalent to the undergraduate level.
Academic Year 2025–26
| Educator rate | Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Licensure (PBTL) Normal rate | |
| Tuition | $395 per credit hour | $460 per credit hour |
| Technology and Credentialing Fee | $87.50 per semester | $87.50 per semester |
Graduate
Academic Year 2025–26
| MA/MAT/MEd/MS Educator rate | MA/MAT/MEd/MS Normal rate | |
| Tuition | $425 per credit hour | $495 per credit hour |
| Technology and Credentialing Fee | $87.50 per semester | $87.50 per semester |
Indirect Costs
Students should also anticipate additional indirect costs such as books, supplies, travel, recreation, and personal items. These expenses are not billed by MBU but are considered when determining financial aid awards.
Estimates for these expenses are included below but vary from student to student:
| Books and Supplies: | $900 |
| Transportation | $1,356 |
| Personal Expenses: | $1,730 |
| Loan Fees (if federal loans are borrowed): | $220 |
| Off-Campus Living: | $16,000 |
| Total Estimated Indirect Costs: | $20,206 |