Tuition & Financial Aid

An investment in an Emerson education is an investment in a lifetime of professional achievement.

Like most students looking seriously at Emerson College, you just know you belong here. You appreciate our unique focus on communication and the arts; you know we provide outstanding opportunities to pursue your career goals. You can imagine yourself fitting in, and finding friends and mentors. You’d have access to tools that will enable you to hone your skills. And you know you’d take advantage of our location in the city of Boston. But you’re concerned about the cost of attending.

Financial Aid Webinar

When it comes to making decisions about college, affordability is an important factor to consider and one many families grapple with at this time of year. To help you gain some perspective on how we try to assist families financially, we will host a live webinar.

"Financing your Education at Emerson College"
Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm EST

View more and participate »

Tuition

The College is committed to offering you an excellent education at an affordable price. We have consistently set our tuition below our nearest competitors and are seen as a superb value in higher education. You will have all of the benefits of living in a world-class city, working with state-of-the-art equipment and in beautiful facilities, and learning from faculty who are top in their fields—all at an annual tuition cost that is as much as $10,000 less than our competitors. We know you'll find us one of the best values around. View tuition and fees »

Financial Aid

We encourage you to apply as you consider the affordability of an Emerson College education. Our dedicated financial aid staff is eager to guide you through the financial aid process and help you obtain any financial assistance for which you may qualify. Many resources are available, including loans, campus jobs, and grants.

About 65% of our families receive some form of assistance. The average award—usually a combination of scholarships, low-interest loans, and part-time employment—is approximately $13,000. Find out more about the financial aid process and what to expect for assistance »

Merit Scholarships

At Emerson, we like to reward students for work well done, and it can start as early as the admission process by way of a merit scholarship. Find out more about what we have to offer and the application process »

Net Price Calculator

Using our net price calculator, you can start to research your eligibility for financial aid and estimate your out-of-pocket expenses. View our net price calculator »