The University of Florida is proud to offer one of the most competitive tuition rates among online programs in pharmacy. If you have any questions, please contact us at ahc-dess@ufl.edu.
Program Cost Estimate
The tuition for the Master’s Degree totals $24,750. State-mandated fees also apply, and average roughly $1,200. The tuition for the graduate certificate totals $11,250, and fees average roughly $200. Tuition for non-degree seeking students will vary according to the course load taken. UF fees for non-degree students average roughly $40 per 3-credit course.
Financial Aid Eligibility
Only Master’s degree students are eligible for both federal financial aid funding and private loans. Certificate students may be eligible for private loans, while non-degree enrollment does not qualify for either.
Educational Partnerships
AMCP members, ISMPP members and AMWA members are eligible for 50% tuition discount for their first and last course in the Online M.S. program.
Program Cost Estimate
- Total cost for the master’s degree: $24,750 tuition ($750 x 33 cr) + $1,200 state-mandated fees ($30 to $50 per cr x 33 cr)
- Total cost for the graduate certificate: tuition of $11,250 ($750 x 15 cr) + $200 state-mandated fees ($10 to $30 per cr x 15 cr)
- Total cost for non-degree seeking enrollment in a three-credit course: tuition of $2,250 ($750 x 3 cr) + $40 state-mandated fees ($10 to $30 per cr x 3 cr)
- Tuition and fees are charged based on the credit hour. Most courses in the program comprise 3 credit hours.
- The tuition rate is the same for in-state and out-of-state residents, and for those living outside of the U.S..
- The tuition rate is the same for all courses, regardless of enrollment status (i.e., whether the credit is applied toward the master’s degree program, a certificate program, or in a non-degree seeking capacity).
- In addition to tuition, state-mandated fees are charged for each credit hour. The rate is set each year by the state legislature and varies according to student enrollment status and program. Typically, fees range from $10 to $50 per credit hour.
- Additional fees may be applied for late payments.
- The UF application fee is $35.
- UF M.S./Stetson M.B.A. joint program information on tuition, fees, and financial aid.
- Tuition and fees are payable on a rolling, term-based schedule. Students may pay tuition via credit card, electronic check, or paper check. A processing fee is assessed for credit card payments.
- Our program does not accept the UF EEP or Florida State Tuition Waiver. We are an off-book program and do not receive funds from these programs.
- The University does not accept payment plans, but students can adjust their course load according to budgetary factors. Students can take half-semesters or full semesters off from coursework, if needed, to meet budget constraints.
- All students enrolled in for-credit courses will pay a Gator One Service Fee. The $5 fee will be issued at the beginning of every fall and spring semester. More information regarding this fee can be found here.
- The cost of textbooks and course materials is expected to total less than $2,000 for the MS degree, or $1,000 for the graduate certificate. The cost of purchasing a computer, and acquiring Internet connectivity is not included here.
As per the Florida Board of Governor Regulation 8.002 (2.a.2.), you are invited to view our self-supporting programmatic tuition and fee comparison.
Financial Aid Eligibility
Master’s degree students are eligible for private and federal loans. Graduate certificate students are not eligible for federal financial aid but may be eligible for private loans. Non-degree seeking students are not eligible for federal or private loans. Please contact our Financial Aid Coordinator about possible private student loan eligibility.
Students seeking federal student loans must complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as early as possible.
- Financial aid applicants are responsible for ensuring the timely completion of several steps through FAFSA and UF’s ONE.UF in order for funds to be disbursed by the tuition due date.
- The UF school code for FAFSA is 001535. The Stetson school code for FAFSA is 001531.
Minimum credits for eligibility for federal financial aid:
- Fall and Spring semesters: 5 credits
- Summer semester: 4 credits
Private loans may also be available for certificate and masters students. Eligibility requirements vary by lender.
For more information or questions, contact the Pharmacy Financial Aid Coordinator:
Email: pharmacysfa@cop.ufl.edu
Veterans Affairs and Military Students
- All non-degree, graduate certificate, and master’s degree students are eligible to receive benefits from the G.I. Bill or V.A. Tuition Assistance.
- Also see: scholarship options for veterans
- For more information or questions about your benefits, please contact: VAcounselor@ufl.edu.
Additional Resources
- Financial Aid Pharmacy Graduate Programs [PPT]
- Financial Aid Checklist [DOC]
- Graduate Programs Financial Aid Information [DOC]
Educational Partnership Discounts
This partnership program offers students a tuition discount of $1,125 on their first course in the M.S. program, and $1,125 on their last course in the M.S. program. To be eligible, students must be admitted to the M.S. program, and must be a full member of one of the partner organizations, which include:
- Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP)
- International Society of Medical Publication Professionals (ISMPP)
- American Medical Writers Association (AMWA)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the partnership tuition discount?
This partnership program offers students a tuition discount of $1,125 on their first course in the M.S. program, and $1,125 on their last course in the M.S. program. To be eligible, students must be admitted to the M.S. program, and must be a full member of one of the partner organizations, which include:
What student categories are eligible for the discount?
Students admitted to the Online Master’s Program in Pharmaceutical Outcomes & Policy are eligible. Graduate certificate students, non-degree students, and residential students are not eligible.
What partnership organization categories are eligible?
Students must be members at the full, regular membership rate. Most working professional students do not qualify for discounted student memberships in any of these organizations.
Are courses from other UF Pharmacy programs eligible to be discounted?
No. Only courses housed in the Online Graduate Program in Pharmaceutical Outcomes & Policy are eligible.
If I join multiple organizations, can I get additive discounts?
No. Students can only receive one discount.
Which courses are discounted?
Once a student is admitted to the Master’s program, the first and last courses taken as an M.S. student are discounted.
I am thinking of applying to the Master’s program in the future. Do I have to be a member of a partner organization before I apply?
No. You can join after you are admitted, but you must join and submit your membership information by the tuition payment deadline for the semester in question. The deadline can be found on the Academic Calendar page of the program’s website.
I am a current Master’s student, but I didn’t take advantage of the discount for my first Master’s course. Am I eligible to receive the discount now?
Yes. You are still eligible to receive the discount on your last course, but you cannot retroactively receive a discount for your first course from a prior semester.
I started the program as a Graduate Certificate or Non-Degree Seeking student. Can I take advantage of the discount if I choose to transition to the Master’s program?
Yes. If you are admitted to the Master’s program, you can take advantage of this discount. You would be eligible to receive the 50% discount on your first and last course as a Master’s student.
I am thinking of applying to the Master’s program in the future. Do I have to be a member of a partner organization before I apply?
No. You can join after you are admitted, but you must join and submit your membership information by the tuition payment deadline for the semester in question. The deadline can be found on the Academic Calendar page of the program’s website.
I am a current Master’s student, but I didn’t take advantage of the discount for my first Master’s course. Am I eligible to receive the discount now?
Yes. You are still eligible to receive the discount on your last course, but you cannot retroactively receive a discount for your first course from a prior semester.
I started the program as a Graduate Certificate or Non-Degree Seeking student. Can I take advantage of the discount if I choose to transition to the Master’s program?
Yes. If you are admitted to the Master’s program, you can take advantage of this discount. You would be eligible to receive the 50% discount on your first and last course as a Master’s student.
How do I apply for the discount?
To initiate the discount process, students should fill out the Partnership Discount Webform, which can be found in the CURRENT STUDENTS menu on the program’s Website.