Tuition and Fees -
Tuition and Fee General Information
Paying for college is a big financial commitment. At Ohio State, the credentials you earn will be from one of the top public universities in the country and earning your credential online makes it a great value as well as a great investment in your future.
Tuition varies by program and the number of credits you’re enrolled in. Find tuition rates on the registrar’s website. No matter if you are an in-state or out-of-state student, all United States residents and graduate students (international or U.S. residents) enrolled in our distance education courses pay in-state tuition rates. You’ll pay an additional $100 (Ohio residents) or $105 (non-residents) distance fee per term and any program-specific fees. International undergraduate students will also be assessed a $500 fee per term. Graduate international students will not be charged this fee. Site-based fees, such as the recreational fee and COTA bus service, do not apply to distance students.
Master of Dental Hygiene
The table below estimates a total cost for the completion of the degree program, including both university and program-specific fees.
Estimates are based upon the Master of Science in Dental Hygiene 37-credit program, which is typically completed in 4 semesters or roughly two years for full-time students and up to 5 years for part-time students. Estimates below are based on completion in 4 semesters as a full-time student (9-10 credits per semester). For more information on the courses and curriculum visit the department’s page. You might also reference the Total Cost Calculation Guide for help in making your own calculations based on your own degree completion plan.
University Cost Estimates
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Application Fee*Ohio State alumni qualify for an application fee waiver. Visit online.osu.edu/alumni for more information. | $60 (one-time fee) |
| Acceptance Fee | $500 (applied to tuition)*
The acceptance fee is applied toward tuition and is therefore not an additional cost for the program. |
| Total | $560 |
Program Cost Estimates
| Fee | Cost | Total cost for full-time student *
Estimates above are based on completion of 37 credits in four semesters as a primarily full-time student. Actual costs and length of time will vary. |
|---|---|---|
| Instructional Fees (Tuition) | $5780 flat fee per semester for 8+ credits **
When taking 8 or more credits per semester a flat rate of $5780 for tuition is applied. For students taking fewer than 8 credits the rate is $722.50/credit. |
$23,120 |
| General Fee | $184 flat fee per semester for 8+ credits ***
When taking 8 or more credits per semester a flat rate of $184 for the General Fee is applied. For students taking fewer than 8 credits the General Fee is $23/credit. |
$736 |
| Distance Learning Fee | $100/semester | $400 |
|
Non-Resident Surcharge |
$5/semester (non-Ohio residents only) |
$20 (non-Ohio residents only) |
Additional Program Costs
| FEE | COST |
TOTAL COST FOR FULL-TIME STUDENT *ESTIMATES ABOVE ARE BASED ON COMPLETION OF 37 CREDITS IN FOUR SEMESTERS AS A PRIMARILY FULL-TIME STUDENT. ACTUAL COSTS AND LENGTH OF TIME WILL VARY. |
|---|---|---|
| Textbook/Course Materials | $40-50 avg. per course (varies by course) | $530 (may vary) |
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On-Campus Orientation ****An on-site 2-day orientation is required prior to the start of the program. Lunch is provided both days by the program but students are responsible for all other costs of travel, lodging, and meals. |
Transportation/Meals/Lodging | Varies |
| Total | $530 + travel (may vary) | |
Total Cost Estimates
| Residency | Total cost for full-time student *Estimates above are based on completion of 37 credits in four semesters as a primarily full-time student. Actual costs and length of time will vary. |
|---|---|
| Ohio Residents | $24,256 |
| Non-Ohio Residents | $24,276 |
Note that other fees may apply for dropped courses, late payments, re-enrollments, student health insurance, etc. Additionally, programs that require internship, practicum, clinical, orientations, study abroad, or other on-site components may have additional fees and non-resident charges during the applicable semester. For full fee information visit the registrar’s website. To explore Financial Aid options and information visit the Student Financial Aid website.
The total program costs are estimates and are not final or binding. Program costs are based on standard fees, but fees may vary based on the actual classes taken. The Ohio State University disclaims any liability arising from the use of or reliance upon these program cost estimates by any person. Program costs are subject to change without notice.