Tuition and Financial Aid – New
Tuition Overview
Visit our payment calendar page for payment due dates. Tuition and fees below reflect the 2026-2027 academic year and are subject to change with or without notice.
Tuition and Fees*
| Program | Number of credits | Cost per credit | Total tuition | Additional fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Education in Behavior Analysis | 30 | $685 | $20,550 | BDS Modules (up to $550) |
| Master of Education in Educational Leadership (K-12) | 30 | $685 | $20,550 | Internship fee ($250) |
| Master of Education in Educational Leadership (K-12) with Principal Certification | 40 | $685 | $27,400 | Internship fee ($250) |
| Master of Education in Mental Health Counseling | 60 | $685 | $41,100 | Internship fee ($175) |
| Certificate in Behavior Analysis | 21 | $685 | $14,385 | BDS Modules (up to $550) |
*Tuition and fees are subject to change. Students should confirm with the university’s financial aid office.
Financing Options
Lehigh College of Education has a history of success when it comes to helping students achieve their career goals. The following outside scholarship opportunities have not been vetted or approved by Lehigh University.
*External scholarship opportunities listed below are provided for informational purposes only.
Third-Party Scholarships
Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans
Award: up to $90,000
Deadline: Annually in October
Eligibility requirements: Learn More
Not available for full-time working professionals.
MPower Global Citizen Scholarship
Award: up to $8,000
Deadline: Annually in January
Eligibility requirements: Learn More
Transgender College Scholarship Application
Award: up to $2,500
Deadline: Annually in March
Eligibility requirements: Learn More
Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship
Award: up to $1,500
Deadline: Annually in March
Eligibility requirements: Learn More
*Students are encouraged to exercise due diligence when applying for third-party funding. For a comprehensive list of verified resources, please refer to the PDE document on the Financial Aid website.
To learn more about the online programs at Lehigh University College of Education and download a brochure, please fill out the form. You can also talk one-on-one with an enrollment specialist directly by calling (610) 215-2867 or emailing us at edprograms@lehigh.edu.
Financial Aid Options
Students enrolled in our programs may be eligible for Federal Direct Stafford Unsubsidized Loans to cover tuition and other education-related costs.
Important Update: Graduate PLUS Loan Changes
Effective July 1, 2026, the national Grad PLUS Loan Program will end for new borrowers. Existing borrowers who received a Grad PLUS Loan prior to this date for their current graduate program can continue borrowing for up to three additional years or until their program concludes, whichever comes first.
FAFSA School Code
03289
To apply for federal financial aid, submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the appropriate deadline using the FAFSA code is 03289. For more information and resources about financing your graduate education, please visit Lehigh University’s financial aid page.
The Pennsylvania Educator Incentive offers a 15% tuition discount
On up to 18 credits for the 2025-2026 academic year
To those certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, as well as individuals working in a PreK-12 setting in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Graduate students may be eligible for private loans. A private education loan is a type of loan that is made by private organizations such as banks, credit unions and state-based or state-affiliated organizations. They have terms and conditions that are set by the lender.
Eligible veteran students can receive tuition benefits offered by the GI Bill. There are several chapters of GI Bill® benefits, so it is the student and family’s responsibility to confirm their eligibility through the Department of Veterans Affairs.
For the most comprehensive description, eligibility requirements and benefit information, please visit the Department of Veterans Affairs website.
Questions related to veteran affairs can be answered by contacting Tami Bauder at (610) 758-3181 or by email at tlb211@lehigh.edu.
Yellow Ribbon Program
Lehigh University is a proud participant in the Yellow Ribbon Program, which provides funding to cover tuition and fee charges.
Visit our veterans education benefits page to learn more.
Lehigh University employees and staff, as well as their families, receive a 100% Tuition Remission
Please reach out to Lehigh HR for official information about tuition remission.
Many workplaces provide tuition reimbursement. We encourage you to explore financial options through your current employer.
Through the Lehigh College of Education partnership with AllCampus, eligible students whose employers are part of the AllCampus Workplace Receive a 10% Tuition Discount. The AllCampus Workplace Network offers exclusive tuition reductions and scholarships to support working professionals.
Our enrollment specialists are here to help you understand if a discount is available. To learn more, email edprograms@lehigh.edu or call (610) 215-2867.
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Payment Plans
The Graduate Educational Payment Plan allows graduate students to pay current semester charges in three installments:
| Installment | |
|---|---|
| Down payment (due with enrollment): | Equal to 40% plus your plan enrollment fee |
| First Installment: | Equal to 30% of your plan total |
| Second Installment: | Equal to 30% of your plan total |
Resources
Financial aid office contact info
Lehigh Financial Aid Page: https://www2.lehigh.edu/financial-aid/
Phone: (610) 758-3181
Frequently Asked Questions
Teaching assistantships (TAs), research assistantships (RAs), graduate assistantships (GAs), fellowships and scholarships are academic awards made by the university, academic departments and the Dean’s Office. Several graduate assistantships unrelated to a particular area of study can be obtained by applying to administrative offices. Loans are distributed by the Office of Financial Aid.
Graduate students may apply for the Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan by submitting their FAFSA. View more details
