Financial Aid
Students are eligible for applicable financial aid and/or loan deferment. Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be eligible for Federal Direct Stafford Loans. For more information, see the ISU Office of Student Financial Aid website.
Stipend
MPPD students are not paid a stipend, but you may be eligible for financial aid and/or loan deferment. For more information, see the ISU Office of Student Financial Aid website.
Program Related Costs
In addition to the tuition, there are some fees for items such as the application, books, etc. that are listed below. All students pay in-state resident tuition and fees.
Full-Time Application Costs | ||
| Item | Explanation | Cost |
| Application fee | ISU-MPP application fee | $60 |
Program Costs | ||
ISU Graduate Tuition and Fees $11914-$12686 | Spring Semester Tuition for 6 credits*: $772x6 = $4632 + Technology fees: $125.25 | $4757.25 |
| Summer Semester Tuition ($772) for 5-6 credits*: $3860-$4632 + #Technology fees: $125.25 | $3985.25-$4757.25 | |
| Fall Semester Tuition for 4 credits*: $772x4 = $3088 + #Technology fees: $83.50 | $3171.5 | |
| Supportive material | Computer (you are NOT required to purchase a new computer for the program; cost estimate provided in case you need to upgrade your technology) | $1300 |
| Textbooks | $250 |
*Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice.
#Technology fee is charged to all Iowa State students regardless of on- or off-campus designation. This fee is used to support the computer infrastructure within the university.