Tuition and Costs

2024-2025 Tuition

The Lewis & Clark Graduate School of Education and Counseling charges tuition by the credit hour. As Lewis & Clark is a private college, we do not have in-state or out-of-state tuition rates. Our three pricing structures are as follows:

Credit Type Level Cost
On-campus degree applicable 500, 700 level $1,100 per credit hour
Off-campus degree applicable 600 level $1,000 per credit hour
Continuing education 800 level $375 per credit hour

2024-2025 Estimated Tuition Costs


The figures on these tables are estimated based on the number of credits required for the program and the current tuition rate. Students should expect a minimal increase to the tuition rate each year. The list includes select graduate programs from our two academic departments: Counseling, Therapy, and School Psychology; and Teaching, School Counseling, and Leadership Studies.

A complete list of tuition rates, fees, and the refund policy can be found by going to Student and Departmental Account Services.

Teaching, School Counseling, and Leadership Studies

Program Total number of credits Estimated total tuition cost
MAT – Elementary – Multiple Subjects 40 $44,000
MAT – Secondary 40 $44,000
Educational Leadership (EdD) 60 $66,000
Student Affairs Administration 39 $42,900
School Counseling MED 45 $49,500
School Counseling License Only 40 $44,000

Counseling, Therapy, and School Psychology

Program Total number of credits Estimated total tuition cost
Art Therapy 58 minimum $63,800 minimum
Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy 60 $66,000
Professional Mental Health Counseling – Specialization in Addictions 62 $68,200
Professional Mental Health Counseling 60 $66,000
School Psychology 64 $70,400

Planning Your Budget

In addition to tuition and fees, you should plan for additional costs such as living expenses, books, and transportation while attending graduate school. International students may also use these costs, in addition to tuition, to estimate the amount of financial support necessary to study at the graduate school.

Estimated Additional Costs:

Category Estimated Cost
Living expenses: housing and food (rent, utilities, groceries) $525 per week
Transportation (car insurance, gas, maintenance) $150 per week
Personal discretionary spending $165 per week
Books and supplies $625 per semester
Health insurance (not required for graduate students)* TBD
Additional costs** $500 - $1,000

* Health insurance is optional. However, international students are required to show proof of insurance or enroll in the Lewis & Clark health insurance program.

** Students enrolled in K-12 education programs will incur additional costs such as background checks, required tests, license applications, job fair registration, EdTPA registration. Students enrolled in Counseling, Therapy, and School Psychology programs may also have additional costs for background checks and testing. Be sure to plan ahead so funds are available when they are needed!