Tuition and Financial Aid
Continuing your education is an investment in your success. The median pay for professionals with bachelor’s degrees is 68% higher than those with a high school diploma — and completing an advanced degree strengthens your earning power even more.1
With the online degree programs from Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM), you’ll engage in a quality education that can pay dividends for your career while benefitting from affordable tuition. In fact, U.S. News & World Report ranked us among the Best Value Schools in 2023.2
AUM offers generous transfer credit opportunities to students in Alabama and beyond, helping reduce the tuition costs for your online degree program. As a participant in the Yellow Ribbon program, we provide military veterans with an affordable way to achieve their educational goals.
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Tuition Rates for AUM’s Online Programs
Review the costs for the online degree programs available from Auburn University at Montgomery.
Note: This is an estimate of the total tuition based on the current school year and is subject to change.
| Online Degree Program | Credit Hours | In-State/Out-of-State Cost Per Credit | In-State/Out-of–State Total Tuition* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, BS | 120 | $368 / $389 | $44,160 / $46,680 |
| Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) | 30 | $368 / $389 | $11,040 / $11,670 |
| Medical Laboratory Science (MLS), BS | 120 | $368 / $389 | $44,160 / $46,680 |
| Business Administration, MBA | 30 | $465 / $511 | $13,950 / $15,330 |
| Healthcare Administration, MHA | 33 | $465 / $511 | $15,345 / $16,683 |
| Elementary Education, MEd | 30 | $465 / $511 | $13,950 / $15,330 |
| Instructional Leadership, MEd | 30 | $465 / $511 | $13,950 / $15,330 |
| Instructional Technology, MEd | 30 | $465 / $511 | $13,950 / $15,330 |
| Kinesiology, MEd | 33 | $465 / $511 | $15,345 / $16,863 |
| Secondary Education, MEd | 30 | $465 / $511 | $13,950 / $15,330 |
| Special Education, MEd | 30 | $465 / $511 | $13,950 / $15,330 |
| Applied Economics, MS | 30 | $465 / $511 | $13,950 / $15,330 |
| Criminal Justice, MS | 30 | $465 / $511 | $13,950 / $15,330 |
| Homeland Security and Emergency Management, MS | 30 | $465 / $511 | $13,950 / $15,330 |
| Industrial and Organizational Psychology, MS Psychology | 30 | $465 / $511 | $13,950 / $15,330 |
| Counseling, EdS | 30 | $465 / $511 | $13,950 / $15,330 |
| Elementary Education, EdS | 30 | $465 / $511 | $13,950 / $15,330 |
| Instructional Leadership, EdS | 30 | $465 / $511 | $13,950 / $15,330 |
| Instructional Technology, EdS | 30 | $465 / $511 | $13,950 / $15,330 |
| Special Education, EdS | 30 | $465 / $511 | $13,950 / $15,330 |
| Instructional Systems and Learning Sciences, EdD | 61 | $465 / $511 | $28,365 / $31,171 |
Make Your Online Program More Affordable
There are many ways to make your tuition costs manageable as you begin your online degree program. Explore the following options for securing financial aid, using military benefits, and more.
Employer Tuition Reimbursement
Are you interested in reducing the cost of your online degree program? Ask your employer if they offer a tuition reimbursement program. If so, you might be able to get assistance with a significant portion of your tuition costs.
Talk with your HR department about whether your employer reimburses tuition for online degree programs. You can also request information or call 800-316-7592 to discuss tuition reimbursement programs with AUM’s admissions team.
Four Ways an Online Degree Program Benefits You and Your Employer
Nearly half of U.S. employers offer tuition reimbursement programs,4 and for good reason. Research has shown these programs foster higher job satisfaction and employee retention.5 Here are four additional benefits to mention when you ask your employer about reimbursing the tuition for your online degree program:
AUM’s online degree programs impart an array of skills that can prove valuable in the workplace.
Our faculty members emphasize practical education, so you can develop skills that boost your job performance as soon as your classes begin.
AUM offers highly affordable tuition for each online program, providing considerable value for students and employers alike.
With AUM’s online degree programs, you’ll get the flexibility to succeed in class while continuing to perform at a high level in your career.
Sources & Disclaimer
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Career Outlook, “Education pays, 2022.” Retrieved January 26, 2024, from https://www.bls.gov/careeroutlook/2023/data-on-display/education-pays.htm.
- U.S. News & World Report. “Auburn University at Montgomery Rankings.” Retrieved January 26, 2024, from https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/auburn-montgomery-8310/overall-rankings.
- Military Friendly®. “Auburn University at Montgomery.” Retrieved January 26, 2024, from https://www.militaryfriendly.com/auburn-university-at-montgomery-is-military-friendly/.
- SHRM. 2023 Employee Benefits Survey: Executive Summary. Retrieved January 26, 2024, from https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/employee-benefits-survey.
- Business Wire. “Amid Great Resignation, Survey Finds Even Happy Employees Are Looking for New Opportunities; Tuition Benefits can Increase Loyalty.” Retrieved January 26, 2024, from https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220608005156/en/Amid-Great-Resignation-Survey-Finds-Even-Happy-Employees-Are-Looking-for-New-Opportunities-Tuition-Benefits-can-Increase-Loyalty.
*Estimated tuition cost, not including fees or transfer credits.