Tuition and Fees

Understanding tuition and fees is an important part of planning your education. Knowing the full cost of attendance helps you make informed decisions, explore financial aid opportunities and budget effectively throughout your program. By taking time to learn about tuition and fees early, you can better prepare for a smooth and successful college experience.  

Tuition and fees in the College of Nursing are based on specific programs, campus of enrollment and the number of registered credit hours. The tuition and fee structure is different for in-state versus out-of-state students. 

The figures included are based on the most accurate information available at the time of posting; but they are estimates only. These estimates may not apply to individual students with unique educational paths. Our goal is to provide a snapshot of what you may be able to expect. All information is subject to change.

University Registrar

Complete listing of university tuition and fees by program level and credit hours. 

Residency guidelines

Information about gaining in-state residency for a campus-based program. 

Ohio State Online

For students enrolled in an exclusive distance learning program.

Undergraduate students

The university has developed useful resources to guide you in understanding the estimated costs of attending Ohio State as an undergraduate student.  

Basic costs

Estimated costs for tuition, food and housing for incoming students

Net price calculator

A financial planning tool that provides an early estimate of ​the expected cost to attend Ohio State and how much financial aid your family may qualify for

Ohio State Online

For students enrolling in the RN to BSN program

Graduate students

You will pay tuition and fees each semester you are enrolled in the program, based on: 

  • The number of credit hours you are completing
  • Whether you are enrolled as a part-time or full-time student
  • Your chosen specialty
  • Online or on-campus enrollment for a given semester

A graduate student is charged the full-time rate if they are enrolled in eight (8) credit hours or more per term. The cost of enrollment for one (1) to seven (7) credit hours would be prorated based on the hours of enrollment. You can find the estimated number of credit hours on each academic degree page in the curriculum tab. You can calculate any specialty specific curriculum located on the specialty page.

On-campus fees: 

  • Instructional fee
  • General fee
  • Learning tech fee
  • Nursing program fee
  • Student activity fee
  • Recreational fee
  • COTA fee
  • Student Union fee
  • Non-resident surcharge (for non-Ohio residents)

Online programs

Current tuition and fee estimates can be found in detail on Ohio State Online. Should you have any specific questions regarding cost and financial counsel, reach out to the Student Financial Aid Office for assistance.

Books, supplies and other expenses

The cost of books and technology requirements varies by program and course enrollment. Travel costs for clinical sites vary by site and program as well; some sites are outside of Central Ohio. Additional estimated expenses for students are included below by program.