Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships

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Tuition and Fees

Master's Degrees

Tuition for the 2024–2025 academic year for the following degrees is $1,704 per unit. University fees, textbooks, etc. are additional.

Program Units Total Tuition Cost Additional Costs Estimated Cost*
MBA Program 51 $86,904 Global Immersion (Optional) $6,000
M.S. in Accounting 30 $51,120    
M.S. in Business Analytics 30-36 $51,120–$61,344 Laptop (Required) $2,000
M.S. in Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Innovation 36 $61,344    
M.S. in Management 32 $54,528    
M.S. in Taxation 30 $51,120    
Master in Entertainment Leadership and Management 30 $51,120    

* Room and board, fees, textbooks, activities and travel costs are subject to change year to year and are provided as an estimate only.

 

Doctor of Business Administration

Tuition for the 2024–2025 academic year is $2,500 per unit. At 60 units, total tuition cost for the program is $150,000. University fees, textbooks, etc. are additional. Some meals will be provided during residentials; housing, airfare, and other travel costs associated with residentials are not included.

Travel costs related to conducting research and attending professional development events may be reimbursed by LMU, subject to pre-approval.

Students who need more than 3 years to complete their dissertation must register as a student and pay a fee of $3,000 for each additional semester until the successful defense of their dissertation.

Foundations of Management Certificate

Tuition for the 2024–2025 academic year is $1,704 per unit. At 9 units, total tuition cost for the program is $15,336. University fees, textbooks, etc. are additional. Financial Aid and scholarships are not available for this program.

Financial Aid

All need-based financial aid and most other aid awards at the Federal, State and University level are determined in whole or in part by the information submitted in the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. You may submit your FAFSA and apply for financial aid prior to applying for admission to LMU. Our Financial Aid Office recommends applying for aid as soon as possible. Visit Financial Aid for financial aid application instructions and other important information regarding the types of aid you may receive.

Only United States citizens and eligible non-citizens are able to receive federal or state-funded types of financial aid. International students should visit Financial Aid for more information.

Each year, Financial Aid prepares a student expense budget defining estimated standard allowances for education costs for graduate and professional students. This Cost of Attendance budget is used to determine a student's financial aid eligibility for scholarships, grants, loans and work awards. To view this information, please visit Financial Aid.

Scholarships

All master's degree and doctorate applicants who apply by the final deadline are automatically considered for all available merit scholarships; no special scholarship application is required. Scholarships are awarded based on the strength of the application, including previous academic record, test scores, and work experience. Domestic and international students may qualify.

Three of our programs offer distinctive scholarship opportunities which require a separate application process.

  • Dean's Ambassador Scholarships

    The LMU MBA Program is looking for MBA students who embody the LMU College of Business Administration mission and core values to join our Dean’s Ambassadors. Students selected for this program will receive a $24,000 scholarship, an invitation to a private networking brunch with Dean Dayle Smith, and be part of the face of the LMU College of Business Administration. Learn more.

  • Deloitte Foundation Accounting Scholars Program

    LMU is proud to join with the Deloitte Foundation to provide financial support for full-tuition scholarships toward LMU graduate accounting programs. This scholarship program endeavors to strengthen the diversity of the CPA profession. Learn more.

Military Applicants

At LMU, we encourage active-duty military professionals and veterans to participate in our graduate business programs. Our programs are well-suited for building on the leadership experience gained through your service in the armed forces. LMU participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, where there are designated funds set aside for MBA Program students.

Employer Tuition Assistance

Your employer may help support your education if it has a tuition assistance or educational reimbursement program. Levels of financial support and eligibility requirements for such programs vary.