| CATEGORY | ESTIMATED COST |
|---|---|
| Program Application Fee ($50 Graduate Office for Processing and $50 for Application Review) | $100 |
| Books and Supplies (vary by purchase location, may be ordered online) | $1,000 (estimated) |
| Housing & Meals | Varies with individual preferences |
| Background Check, Finger Printing, Drug Screening, Physical Exams/Immunizations (cost varies based on requirements of student's specific rotation locations)** | $0-500 |
| Student Health Insurance | Cost varies dependent on coverage obtained- student will need to show proof of health insurance coverage before start of program |
| Professional Liability Insurance** | $50 |
| Transportation Costs | Varies with practice sites selected |
| Tuition (for full graduate program of 36 credits) |
$16,965 (NYS resident) - $20,358 (non-NYS resident, 100% online graduate student) |
| Comprehensive College Fee (for full graduate program of 36 credits) | $1,866 |
| Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Membership/District Membership Expenses | $58 |
| Field trip and seminars | Varies with the geographic location |
| Orientation | Free- Virtual/Online |
| Physical Exam & Immunizations** |
Varies with insurance coverage |
|
TOTAL EXPENSES (includes all possible expenses above and full graduate program of 36 credits) |
$20,539 (NYS Resident) |
**expense not likely for students completing MS degree as already credentialed RD/RDN.
Students should contact the Financial Aid Office (607-436-2403) for information on the individual availability of aid and loan deferments.
The program will contact accepted students in March/April about the process for applying for the annual program scholarship which is based on demonstration of financial need. Completion of a FAFSA is recommended for all student applicants to determine eligibility.