Tuition & Costs

2026–2027 Tuition Rate

Tuition

Credit-Seeking
$2,040/3-credit course
Audit
$400/course


Affordable Excellence & No Hidden Fees

At the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology, we believe in a “no hidden fees” approach to billing. Students pay a flat rate per 3-credit course for tuition and do not receive additional fees.

This means, students who require a leave of absence to address medical issues, family emergencies, financial hardships, etc., will not be charged a “leave of absence” fee for the period in which they are not enrolled in classes. We understand that unforeseen hardships surface and do not wish to penalize our students for life’s unexpected circumstances.

With the aim of full transparency, the Augustine Institute seeks to simplify our presentation of the cost of tuition. Students can therefore expect a single bill each term for tuition.

All courses are 3 credit hours. The MA Theology, MA Pastoral Theology, and MA Catholic Education programs are 12 courses (36-credit hours). The MA Biblical Studies program is 16 courses (48-credit hours). Students are not charged for 0-1 credit seminars.

2026–2027 Room & Board

On Campus Student Costs

Room
$2,300/semester
Board
$1,000/semester
Campus Facility Fee – Residence Students
$150/semester
Campus Facility Fee – Non-Residence Students*
$300/semester

*This fee is charged to full-time in-person students and includes the facility fee plus a Monday-Friday lunch plan.

The Residential Towers on campus consist of a tower reserved for male students and a tower reserved for female students. Rooms are spacious with a private bath and include essential furniture. Only one student is assigned per room. Board includes three meals a day, seven days a week.

If you are considering our on-campus community in St. Louis, please discuss with your Admissions Counselor the residential housing option available to full-time single students. Married student housing is not currently available on campus; however, affordable options nearby are attainable.
 
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