Our guide covers typical postgraduate fees at American universities, plus details of bursaries and scholarships for domestic and international students.

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) reports that the average graduate degree cost $19,749 per year in tuition and fees as of the 2020-21 academic year.

In the US, postgraduate tuition fees can often vary depending on whether a student is from in state, or out of state. Students who are residents in the same state as a university will usually pay far less than out-of-state or international students, even when taking the same course.

Knowing the cost and value of a master’s degree can help you decide on a program or an alternative next step in your career. This report delves into how much master’s degrees cost on average, the range of program costs, and how much you can realistically expect to save with scholarships.

Want to find out the cost of tuition fees in the USA? Our guide outlines what you can expect to pay for a degree at both undergraduate and graduate level.