Tuition
Tuition for the program is based on the current Duke per-course rate for graduate study. Tution covers all program benefits including the MALS writing program, research seminars and administrative support. Tuition for the 2008-2009 academic year is $3,111 per course.

Tuition Assistance
MALS admissions decisions are made without regard for financial need. Although the cost of graduate tuition is rising, students should not assume a Duke education is beyond their means. We are committed to helping our students receive an exceptional education at Duke University. More than 65% of MALS students receive some form of aid towards their course via the following options:

• Employer Assistance - Many employers provide some level of tuition assistance for higher education. If you would like information to present to your employer about the benefits of obtaining a MALS degree, please contact our office.
  
• Duke Tuition Benefit - Duke employees who have completed two years of service may be eligible for a tuition benefit. Contact the Duke Human Resources Office for more information.
  
• MALS Scholarships - These scholarships, funded by the program, are awarded primarily on need-based criteria. Scholarships normally range from 20-65% of tuition; full tuition scholarships are not available. To be considered for a MALS scholarship, applicants must complete the MALS scholarship form which is provided in the application packet. This form should be submitted at the time of application to the MALS program.

Deferred Payment Plan - This plan allows students to make payments on their tuition in equal installments over the course of the semester.

The MALS program is like a buffet that allows me to satisfy my hunger for learning in areas that correspond to my needs. There is no fixed menu based on someone else’s desire to feed me their beliefs.

Michael Dublin
Pastor
South Central Church of Christ – Raleigh, NC