Guest students
Semester/Term credit course fees for guest students (non-degree/non-matriculated) are detailed below. UMass Boston students, please visit the Bursar's website for tuition & fees information.
Please be aware that special programs and some courses may have different fee structures. Tuition and fees are provided on each program and course detail page.
Current Semester
Spring 2025 Semester
Base Tuition
Base tuition is included with course descriptions showing fees for non-degree/non-matriculated Massachusetts residents. They are typically calculated on a per–credit basis, as follows:
Undergraduate (per credit)
• MA Resident: $661.19
• Out-of-State (MA)/International: $1,586.89
Graduate (per credit)
• MA Resident: $852.34
• Out-of-State (MA)/International: $1,639.69
In some cases, a course fee may be calculated differently because of special costs or a subsidy.
Fees
Lab fees
Lab fees must be paid for certain courses, as indicated in the course descriptions.
Service Fees
The following fees are paid only by students to whom the specified conditions apply:
• Records Fee: $10
• Return Check Fee: $30
• Non-Matriculated Transcript Fee: $10
Other Fees
Certain mandatory fees are paid only by undergraduate and graduate students matriculated or seeking to matriculate in a UMass Boston degree or certificate program. Please visit the Bursar’s website (under ‘Other Fee Information’) for a detailed breakout and explanation of these fees.
Upcoming Term
Summer 2025 Term
Summer Term 2025 fees for guest students (non-degree/non-matriculated) are detailed below. UMass Boston students, please visit the Bursar's website for tuition & fees information.
Tuition*
Course fees are included with course descriptions. These fees are typically calculated on a per–credit basis, as follows:
Undergraduate
Guest Student (non-matriculated)
- MA Resident: $477 per credit
- Non-Resident: $1,172 per credit
Current Student (matriculated)
- MA Resident: $541 per credit
- New England Regional: $947 per credit
- Non-Resident: $1,328 per credit
Graduate
Guest & Current Students
- Resident: $827 per credit
- New England Regional: $1,447 per credit
- Non-Resident: $1,614 per credit
Fees*
A $10 per credit registration service fee will be added your your e-bill. Some lab courses require additional fees — check specific course listings for details. For courses that require you to provide records, a records fee of $10 may apply. The returned check fee is $28.
Other Fees
Certain mandatory fees are paid only by undergraduate and graduate students matriculated or seeking to matriculate in a UMass Boston degree or certificate program. Please visit the Bursar’s website for a detailed breakout and explanation of these fees.
* Please note: Tuition and fees are subject to change.
Financial Aid
Visit the Financial Aid Office website for information about summer assistance options.
Previous Semesters / Terms
Winter 2025 Term
Winter Term 2025 fees for guest students (non-degree/non-matriculated) are detailed below. UMass Boston students, please visit the Bursar's website for tuition & fees information.
Tuition*
Course fees are included with course descriptions. These fees are typically calculated on a per–credit basis, as follows:
Undergraduate
Guest Student (non-matriculated)
- MA Resident: $477 per credit
- Non-Resident: $1,172 per credit
Current Student (matriculated)
- MA Resident: $541 per credit
- New England Regional: $947 per credit
- Non-Resident: $1,328 per credit
Graduate
Guest & Current Students
- Resident: $827 per credit
- New England Regional: $1,447 per credit
- Non-Resident: $1,614 per credit
Fees*
A $10 per credit registration service fee will be added your your e-bill. Some lab courses require additional fees — check specific course listings for details. For courses that require you to provide records, a records fee of $10 may apply. The returned check fee is $28.
Other Fees
Certain mandatory fees are paid only by undergraduate and graduate students matriculated or seeking to matriculate in a UMass Boston degree or certificate program. Please visit the Bursar’s website for a detailed breakout and explanation of these fees.
* Please note: Tuition and fees are subject to change.
Fall 2024 Semester
Base Tuition
Base tuition is included with course descriptions showing fees for non-degree/non-matriculated Massachusetts residents. They are typically calculated on a per–credit basis, as follows:
Undergraduate (per credit)
• MA Resident: $661.19
• Out-of-State (MA)/International: $1,586.89
Graduate (per credit)
• MA Resident: $852.34
• Out-of-State (MA)/International: $1,639.69
In some cases, a course fee may be calculated differently because of special costs or a subsidy.
Fees
Lab fees
Lab fees must be paid for certain courses, as indicated in the course descriptions.
Service Fees
The following fees are paid only by students to whom the specified conditions apply:
• Records Fee: $10
• Return Check Fee: $30
• Non-Matriculated Transcript Fee: $10
Other Fees
Certain mandatory fees are paid only by undergraduate and graduate students matriculated or seeking to matriculate in a UMass Boston degree or certificate program. Please visit the Bursar’s website (under ‘Other Fee Information’) for a detailed breakout and explanation of these fees.