MS Agronomy Program Costs
As a distance program, the MS Agronomy program costs are different than on-campus programs. Some advantages include:
- Students can stay employed and have do not need to relocate.
- Distance students are assessed resident tuition regardless of their location.
Tuition and Fees
- ISU Distance Graduate Tuition: $689/credit for 2022-2023 academic year. The program has:
- Twelve 3-credit courses
- 3 credits of creative component
- 1-credit practicum
- No delivery fees
- ISU Technology Fees (Standard) depends on the number of credits/semester.
- $78.50 if 4 credits or less (one MS course)
- $117.75 if over 4 credits (2 MS courses)
Other Expenses
- Textbook costs: these will vary. Some courses do not require texts, and some texts are used in more than one course
- Travel to Ames and lodging expenses for 4 days for participation in Agronomy 594: Practicum in Agronomy. The program tries to cover in-class transportation and most meals during the practicum.
Estimated total cost: students can expect to spend between $25,000 – $27,000 US Dollars for the program.
Cost Example (1 Course)
Students can expect the following breakdown on their ISU U-bill to take one course (in US Dollars):
- Tuition (3 credits): $2,067.00
- Technology Fee (less than 4 credits): $78.50
- Total: $2145.50
Cost Example (2 Courses)
- Tuition (6 credits): $4134.00
- Technology Fee (more than 4 credits): $117.75
- Total: $4,251.75
“I did this because it was something I always wanted to do. I didn’t feel like I could just quit and go back to college professionally or financially. I don’t know how anyone could have a career and get their masters any other way. ”