Master of Fine ArtsTuition, Fees & Expenses

Based on the 2025-26 academic year, the following are estimated two-semester costs at USC for a full-time master’s student (12 units) living in university housing or in non-university housing, not with parents or relatives (other than a spouse):

Estimated Budget


Tuition and Fees

Tuition (Unit Base: $2,467) $59,208
Graduate School Application Fee $90
Orientation Fee $55
Student Programming Fee $80
Norman H. Topping Student Aid Fund Fee $22
Transportation Fee $117
Student Health Center Fee $1,400
Student Health Insurance Plan (Aetna):
Fall $1,224
Spring/Summer $2,298
Dental Insurance (Optional) $192
Total Tuition and Fees $64,686*

Note: The total cost listed above represents a domestic student with dental insurance. Total expenses for international students or those opting out of dental insurance may differ.


Living Expenses

Room and Board $20,710
Books and Supplies $900
Transportation $2,782
Personal Expenses $2,736
Total Living Expenses $27,128*

*The above represents an estimated budget of fees and expenses. Fees may be subject to change without notice.

Last updated: October 14, 2025