Tuition & Fees

MPP Student Tuition and Fee Schedule 2009-2010

  1st Year MPP* 2nd Year MPP Student Dual Degree Student (Subsequent Semester)
Number of Courses 9 or 10* 8 3 or 4*
TUITION      
Tuition $34,000 $34,000 $17,000
       
FEES      
Health Fee $580 $580 $580
Health Ins. (Ages 26-34) $1,795 $1,795 $1,795
University Graduate Student Activity Fee $33 $33 $33
MPP Program Student Activity Fee $100 $100 $50
Recreation Fee $68 $68 $68
Transcript (1st yr only) $40 $0 $0
Total Fees $2,616 $2,576 $2,616
Subtotal $36,616 $36,576 $19,616
       
LIVING EXPENSES      
Books and Supplies $1,200 $1,200 $1,200
Room $6,165 $6,165 $6,165
Board $4,140 $4,140 $4,140
Transportation & Misc. $5,130 $5,130 $5,130
Total living expenses $16,635 $16,635 $16,635
Total $53,251 $53,211 $36,251

Projected Heath Insurance Rates*

Age under 26........$1,658

Age 26 to 34........ $1,795

Age 35-44.............$2,078

Age over 45...........$2,463

~ Credits needed to meet degree requirements: 2-year MPP students: 51; dual-degree students: 39. Student budgets (tuition and fees) are based on nine (9) months/two (2) academic semesters.

* Dual-degree degree students generally take 27-30 credits in first year and the remaining 9 - 12 credits while registered in their dual-degree program (JD/MEM/MBA/MD). 

* Dual-degree students pay one-half (1/2) of the annual tuition rate (one semester) $17,000 during completion of the final 9-12 credits and one additional semester of MPP Student Activity Fee ($50). The tuition rate for dual degree students may vary depending on the blended tuition rate agreement between the various Duke schools.

~ 2009-2010 U.S. Dollar amounts in all categories (tuition and fees) are subject to change and approval by the University Board of Trustees.

~ Living stipends, assistantship (TA/RA/GA) payments, and other payroll issued compensation are subject to taxable rate (~28%) for BOTH U.S. and International students.  If there is not a tax treaty (for International students) mandatory withholding applies (approximately 20-30% of the gross amount).

Based on Federal guidelines, disbursements of tuition fellowships are posted to the Bursar's account no earlier than 10 days prior to the first day of classes for the given semester.

U.S. Citizens/Permanent Residents are required to complete a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) at: www.fafsa.ed.gov once every academic year prior to September.

Cost of Living

The above information includes the cost of living allowances for students applying for federal financial aid. The actual cost of living depends on individual lifestyle, and may differ for international students.

Transcript Fee

All entering students will be charged in the fall semester a one-time mandatory fee of for transcripts. This fee entitles the student to an unlimited number of Duke transcripts.

Student Health Fee

All full-time students and part-time degree candidates are assessed a fee each semester for the use of the Student Health Service. The student health fee is distinct from health insurance, and does not provide major medical coverage.

Health Insurance

Students will be charged for health insurance in the fall semester, unless proof of other health insurance is provided. Information on the coverage provided by this insurance is available from the Office of the Bursar. Please click here for Student Health Insurance information provided by United Health Care/Student Resources.

Student Government  - Graduate and Professional Student Council (GPSC)

All Duke graduate students are charged student government dues estimated at $16.25 per semester. See GPSC for more information.

MPP Student Activity Fee

MPP students pay a student activity fee of $50 per semester. These funds are used to facilitate student activities and events within the Duke MPP Program.

Recreation Fee

All Duke students will be charged a recreation fee for the use of on-campus facilities.

Continuation Fee

Students, who do not complete the degree requirements in the approved time, are charged $500 for each additional semester until completion of the MPP degree.  Prescribed time to complete the MPP degree is:

  • Two academic years:  Two-year MPP students (non-dual degree)
  • Three academic years:  Dual-degree MPP students with Duke or UNC Business (MBA) or Duke Environment (MEM)
  • Four academic years:  Dual-degree MPP students with Duke or UNC Law (JD)
  • Five academic years:  Dual-degree MPP students with Duke Medicine (MD)

Audit Fee

Auditors are permitted on a space-available basis with the consent of the instructor. Students registered full time during fall and spring may audit courses without charge.

Vehicle Fee

Students should contact the University Parking Services Office (2010 Campus Drive) regarding parking fees (919-684-7275).

Tim Saintsing, MPP '02

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Tim Saintsing, MPP ’02
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