We are committed to making graduate education accessible and affordable. With some of the lowest tuition rates in the UNC System and various financial aid resources, our goal is to help you achieve your academic and professional goals without breaking the bank.
Graduate Tuition & Fees
2025-2026 Tuition & Fees
Here are the graduate tuition and detailed costs for UNC Pembroke’s on-campus and
online programs.
|
Credit |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | 237.78 | 475.56 | 713.33 | 951.11 | 1,188.89 | 1,426.67 | 1,664.44 | 1,902.22 | 2,140.00 |
| Assoc Stu Gov't Fee | 0.06 | 0.12 | 0.18 | 0.24 | 0.30 | 0.36 | 0.42 | 0.48 | 0.50 |
| General Fees | 94.33 | 188.66 | 282.99 | 377.32 | 471.65 | 565.98 | 660.31 | 754.64 | 848.97 |
| Student Activity Fee | 39.89 | 79.78 | 119.67 | 159.56 | 199.45 | 239.34 | 279.23 | 319.12 | 359.01 |
| Student Capital Fee | 10.78 | 21.56 | 32.34 | 43.12 | 53.90 | 64.68 | 75.46 | 86.24 | 97.02 |
| Total Amount* | 382.84 | 765.68 | 1,148.51 | 1,531.35 | 1,914.29 | 2,297.03 | 2,679.86 | 3,062.70 | 3,445.50 |
*Students taking 6 or more credit hours on campus are assessed health insurance at the value insurance rate.
| Health Insurance Type | Rate per Semester |
|---|---|
| Value Insurance | 1,396.54 |
| Premium Insurance | 1,802.92 |
| Misc One-Time Fees | Rate |
|---|---|
| Orientation Fee | 20.00 |
| Professional Program Fees | Per Credit Hour |
|---|---|
| Master of Occupational Therapy | 111.11 |
|
Credit |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | 963.28 | 1,926.56 | 2,889.83 | 3,853.11 | 4,816.39 | 5,779.67 | 6,742.94 | 7,706.22 | 8,669.50 |
| Assoc Stu Gov't Fee | 0.06 | 0.12 | 0.18 | 0.24 | 0.30 | 0.36 | 0.42 | 0.48 | 0.50 |
| General Fees | 94.33 | 188.66 | 282.99 | 377.32 | 471.65 | 565.98 | 660.31 | 754.64 | 848.97 |
| Student Activity Fee | 39.89 | 79.78 | 119.67 | 159.56 | 199.45 | 239.34 | 279.23 | 319.12 | 359.01 |
| Student Capital Fee | 10.78 | 21.56 | 32.34 | 43.12 | 53.90 | 64.68 | 75.46 | 86.24 | 97.02 |
| Total Amount* | 1,108.34 | 2,216.68 | 3,325.01 | 4,433.35 | 5,541.69 | 6,650.03 | 7,758.36 | 8,866.70 | 9,975.00 |
*Students taking 6 or more credit hours on campus are assessed health insurance at the value insurance rate.
| Health Insurance Type | Rate per Semester |
|---|---|
| Value Insurance | 1,396.54 |
| Premium Insurance | 1,802.92 |
| Misc One-Time Fees | Rate |
|---|---|
| Orientation Fee | 20.00 |
| Professional Program Fees | Per Credit Hour |
|---|---|
| Master of Occupational Therapy | 111.11 |
On-Campus Rates Per Credit Hour
Student Activity Fees:
These fees provide funds for non-academic student services and the maintenance and operation of facilities used in conjunction with those services. Included are funds to operate student union and intramural facilities and funds for student organizations, yearbooks and student activities and programs.
General Fees:
General Fees consist of four fees: Health Services, Athletics, Educational Technology and Campus Security.
Health Services: We offer health and medical services for students, including maintaining and operating the student health service center.
Athletics: Revenues provide funds for intercollegiate athletic programs and the maintenance and operation of athletic facilities. This fee provides operating support for the university's athletic department and programs. This includes support for equipment and uniform purchases.
Educational Technology: Provide specialized instructional supplies and scientific and information technology equipment services.
Campus Security: The 2013-14 UNC Campus Security Initiatives Report included high-priority recommendations for new initiatives, staffing and security measures designed to benefit the UNC System institutions. The board approved this fee in 2015. This fee provides funding for several of the recommendations made by the UNC Board of Governors' 2013-14 UNC [system-wide] Campus Security Initiative report, which include, but are not limited to:
- Campus police officer and telecommunicator compensation
- Highly qualified and trained investigators and hearing officers for reports of serious offenses, such as sexual violence
- Title IX and Clery Act compliance coordination
- Substance abuse counselors, case managers and/or other counseling staff
- System-level safety and security training, coordination and audit functions
Student Capital Fee:
Under the UNC System policy for the establishment of fees adopted by the Board of Governors in 1993 and revised in 2003, fees for the retirement of indebtedness are approved at the time a project is approved and established at the time that debt is incurred. Indebtedness fees, once established, remain in effect until the debt is retired.
Assoc Stu Gov't Fee:
This fee supports UNC System-level organizations that champion the concerns of students and ensure the affordability and accessibility to quality education today and tomorrow.
Making Your
Education Affordable
Types of Financial Aid Available
- Federal Student Aid Loans
- NC Forgivable Education Loans for Service (NC FELS)
- External Scholarships and Grants
- Graduate Assistantships
- Graduate Student Travel Grant
- Graduate School Tuition Scholarship
Cost of Attendance
Understanding the cost of attendance helps you plan ahead with confidence. While actual expenses may vary, this estimate gives you a clear picture of the average cost to attend UNC Pembroke full time for a full academic year — including tuition, housing, meals and more. It’s a helpful starting point as you prepare for your BraveNation journey.
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