Learn more about your programs tuition and fees.
Additional fees are required and outlined by the links below:
In order to provide quality programs, activities, resources and advocacy, JMU has instituted an international student fee which will be assessed to all F and J visa holding students enrolled in full-time graduate JMU courses. This $100 fee is posted on each student's bill by the University Business Office every fall and spring semester.
James Madison University requires all students and scholars on an F or J visa to have health insurance coverage. International Student & Scholar Services offers a comprehensive health insurance plan through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). Learn more about health insurance.
All J-1 visa holders are required to have health insurance coverage. JMU will enroll you in health insurance coverage through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). Learn more about F-1 and J-1 Health Insurance.
Students who are awarded assistantships typically receive substantial funding to assist in covering tuition and living expenses.
Living Expenses & Visa Requirements: Living expenses for graduate students are estimated at $13,600 per year. International students must verify they have all educational and living expenses available for the first 12 months in the US to obtain a visa.
Guidelines for annual financial requirements for 2022-23
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The estimated costs for one academic year (9 months)*
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Graduate (18credits)
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* Students in F-1 and J-1 status are required to enroll full-time during each fall and spring semeter but are not required to enroll for summer (summer tuition not included at left.) ** Tuition can be higher from some programs. Some programs have the option of taking more than 9 CH per semester, tuition at left reflects 9 CH per semester. ***If you plan to live in the U.S. for the full year (12 months), please plan for 33 percent higher living expenses. Living expenses are shown for 9 months.
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Tution and fees
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$23,280 **
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Required Medical Insurance
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$1,400
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Living Expenses (off-campus food, housing, books, and personal expenses) |
$13,600*
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International student fee |
$200 |
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Estimated total costs
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$38,480+
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Amounts are subject to change at anytime.
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