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EVALUATING THE COST OF

SCHOOL

For many people, cost is one of the most important factors to weigh when
choosing a school.
Tuition

The simplest way to compare schools’ tuition pricing is by calculating the
cost per credit hour for each institution. Some schools provide this up front
while others charge tuition by the semester. When you know a school’s
cost per credit hour and the total credit hours you must earn to complete
your degree, your projected tuition cost is a straightforward calculation.
American Sentinel University’s cost per credit hour for our BSN program is
$400. Our cost per credit hour for our master’s programs is $515. Our cost
per credit hour for our DNP programs is $715. And our cost per credit hour
for our certificate program is $515. Our MBA Healthcare, project-based
program does not require credit hours. Instead students pay $3,500 per 16
weeks and complete 12 competencies.
Assuming you are pursuing a BSN degree and will need to complete 30 to
60 credit hours – depending on the number of general education transfer
credits you receive—the total tuition of the program would be $12,000 to
$24,000.

Keep in mind that some schools charge a flat tuition fee per semester or
term. If so, be sure you understand how many courses you plan to take
each semester (taking into account your work and family schedules) and
how much this equates to on a per credit hour basis.

For example, if a school’s tuition is $4,000 per semester, and you can
complete four courses (12 credits) per semester, that equals a cost per
credit hour of $333. Some schools are on a quarter system and they
charge per quarter hours. This can be a tricky conversation. American
Sentinel admissions advisors are happy to help with this comparison.

www.americansentinel.edu

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