Tuition and Costs

2026-2027 Tuition

The Lewis & Clark Graduate School of Education and Counseling charges tuition by the credit hour. As Lewis & Clark is a private college, we do not have in-state or out-of-state tuition rates. Our three pricing structures are as follows:

Credit Type	Level	Cost
On-campus degree applicable	500, 700 level	$1,190 per credit hour
Off-campus degree applicable	600 level	$1,090 per credit hour
Continuing education	800 level	$385 per credit hour

2026-2027 Estimated Tuition Costs

The figures on these tables are estimated based on the number of credits required for the program and the current tuition rate. Students should expect a minimal increase to the tuition rate each year. The list includes select graduate programs from our two academic departments: Counseling, Therapy, and School Psychology; and Teaching, School Counseling, and Leadership Studies.

A complete list of tuition rates, fees, and the refund policy can be found by going to Student and Departmental Account Services.

Teaching, School Counseling, and Leadership Studies

Program	Total number of credits	Estimated total tuition cost  (these estimates are for the total cost of the program; these are not annual rates)
Elementary – Multiple Subjects, MAT	40	$47,600
Secondary, MAT	40	$47,600
Education in Leadership, EdD	60	$71,400
Higher Education Student Affairs, MA	39	$46,410
School Counseling, MEd	45	$51,480
School Counseling License Only	40	$47,600

Counseling, Therapy, and School Psychology

Program	Total number of credits	Estimated total tuition cost (these estimates are for the total cost of the program; these are not annual rates)
Art Therapy, MA or MS	58 minimum	$69,020 minimum
Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy, MA	60	$71,400
Professional Mental Health Counseling – Specialization in Addictions, MA	62	$73,780
Professional Mental Health Counseling, MA	60	$71,400
School Psychology, EdS (on campus)	64	$76,160
School Psychology, EdS (Hybrid)	64	$69,760

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Planning Your Budget

In addition to tuition and fees, you should plan for additional costs such as living expenses, books, and transportation while attending graduate school. International students may also use these costs, in addition to tuition, to estimate the amount of financial support necessary to study at the graduate school.

Estimated Additional Costs:

Category	Estimated Cost
Living expenses: housing and food (rent, utilities, groceries)	$639 per week
Transportation (car insurance, gas, maintenance)	$210 per week
Books and supplies	$625 per semester
Health insurance (not required for graduate students)*	TBD
Additional costs**	$500 - $1,000

* Health insurance is optional. However, international students are required to show proof of insurance or enroll in the Lewis & Clark health insurance program.

** Students enrolled in K-12 education programs will incur additional costs such as background checks, required tests, license applications, job fair registration, EdTPA registration. Students enrolled in Counseling, Therapy, and School Psychology programs may also have additional costs for background checks and testing. Be sure to plan ahead so funds are available when they are needed!