Graduate Cost of Attendance
2026–2027 Academic Year
Your cost of attendance is an estimated budget used to determine financial aid eligibility. It includes tuition, fees, and living expenses for fall 2026 and spring 2027.
Your total financial aid—including scholarships, fellowships, grants, federal work-study, and federal and private educational loans—cannot exceed the cost of attendance established by Tufts. Your loan eligibility may also be limited by applicable borrowing limits.
This is not your Tufts bill. Your actual expenses may differ.
Tuition and University Fees
| Expense | GSAS | School of Engineering | Fletcher |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Varies by program See GSAS Website | Varies by program See SoE Website | Varies by program See Fletcher Website |
| Health and Wellness Fee* | $1,288 | $1,288 | $1,288 |
| Student Activity Fee* | $62 | $62 | $150 |
Fee applicability depends on your program and enrollment.
Estimated Living and Educational Expenses
These estimates apply to all three schools.
| Expense | Fall and Spring Estimate |
|---|---|
| Housing | $16,668 |
| Food | $6,300 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Personal Expenses | $3,717 |
| Transportation | $810 |
| Federal Loan Fees* | $218 |
Loan fees vary based on the amount and type of federal loans borrowed.
Health Insurance
| Additional Expense | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tufts Student Health Insurance | $4,976 |
Students with comparable coverage may request a waiver through SIS.
Health insurance is not automatically included in the cost-of-attendance budget for domestic students. If you enroll in the Tufts plan, contact the Financial Aid Office to request that this expense be added. A budget increase does not guarantee additional loan eligibility.
Questions?
Contact gradfinaid@tufts.edu for help understanding your financial aid budget.