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Tuition and Financial Aid

Developing a plan to pay for your education will help set you up for success while in the program and as a social work professional. Learn more about tuition, financial aid options, and whom to contact for help.

Setting Expectations: More than 65% of incoming on-ground MSW students received a scholarship from the school to help defray the cost of tuition. Scholarships do not cover the full cost of attendance; a majority of students use a combination of scholarships, loans, and personal savings to fund their education. Please note that funding is limited and scholarships are never guaranteed.

Review Tuition

Get details on per-unit costs, mandatory fees, and the overall tuition outlook for the current academic year.

 

Tuition & Fees

How to Pay

Review scholarships, stipends and other financial aid options to help you pay for school.

 

Paying for Graduate School

Contact Us

There are several teams available to assist you with questions regarding how to pay for your degree. This directory will help you find the best person to address your concern.

USC Financial Aid Office

For questions about:

  • FAFSA
  • Federal Direct Unsubsidized (Stafford) Loan
  • Direct Graduate PLUS Loan
  • Coordination of financial aid to student account

Submit a Web Form Call 213-740-4444

Scholarships Program Office

For questions about:

  • The status of a disbursement
  • The scholarship received
  • Additional funding options
  • How to apply for scholarships

Submit a Web Form Call 213-740-1726

USC Student Financial Services

For questions about:

  • Holds on accounts
  • Paying a tuition bill
  • Setting up a payment plan

Direct Contacts