Tuition
Truly Accessible and Affordable Education
Knowledge shouldn’t come with a steep price tag. At Sessions College, we’re redefining affordable education without compromising quality.
Undergraduate Certificate
8-month program
24 credits
$300 per credit
$7,200 Total Tuition
Financial aid available
Associate Degree
2-year program
72 credits
$300 per credit
$21,600 Total Tuition
Financial aid available
Bachelor’s Degree
3-4 year program
120 credits
$300 per credit
$36,000 Total Tuition
Financial aid available
Professional Certificate
9-month program
Not for credit
Highly flexible schedule
$2,500 Total Tuition
Payment plans available
More Ways to Reduce Your Education Costs
Federal Student Aid Options
Several types of Federal Student Aid are available to eligible students for Undergraduate Certificate, Associate Degree and Bachelor’s Degree programs.
Depending on your financial need, you may be able to access a combination of Federal grants or direct loans to cover your program costs.
Students eligible for a full Pell Grant can complete their degree with no out-of-pocket costs.
2025-26 Academic Year Maximum Pell Grant Award $7,395
Eligible students can receive grants for a maximum of 6 years
Federal Student Loans
Direct Subsidized Loans: For students with financial need.
Direct Unsubsidized Loans: Available to all eligible students.
Direct PLUS Loans: For parents of dependent students to help pay their child’s education expenses.
Credit Transfer
Our efficient, student-friendly transfer credit system makes your prior education count. Lower your costs by applying credit earned in equivalent courses at accredited colleges.
Military Education Benefits
With honor, Sessions College is committed to providing a military friendly environment for U.S. service members, veterans, and their families.
Use your GI Bill® and military tuition assistance to fund your education.
Military spouses who are pursuing qualifications in portable career fields are eligible for financial assistance.
Study remotely with 100% online programs compatible with your schedule.
Creative Learner Scholarships
Our Creative Learner Scholarship program provides online education options for a wide range of students and adult learners.
Awardees may receive awards of $500-$3000 applied to their entire program tuition.
Provide a scholarship essay with your program application. Awards based on quality of essay.
Digital Filmmaker Scholarship also available for Undergraduate Certificate in Filmmaking and Digital Media program applicants.
“Sessions online program has allowed me to overcome the hurdles of my financial and schedule restrictions, and it has been an absolutely life-changing experience. To have everything I was learning come together in a new medium was a truly amazing feeling—challenging, rewarding, revelatory…you name it. It felt great.”
2024-25 Tuition & Fees
Degree Programs
| Tuition and Fees | Undergraduate Certificate 8-month program | Associate Degree 2-year program | Bachelor's Degree 3-4 year program |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | None | $75 | $75 |
| Registration Fee | $200 | $200 | $200 |
| Cost per Credit | $300 | $300 | $300 |
| Cost per Semester | $3,600 | $3,600 | $3,600 |
| Total Program Tuition | $7,200 | $21,600 | $36,000 |
Per-credit tuition is the same full-time and part-time students. Federal financial aid available for eligible students. A $200 registration fee is required to process your enrollment in the program. Registration fees are nonrefundable after 5 days from the scheduled beginning of program orientation.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Late Tuition Fee | $250 |
| Leave of Absence Fee | $150 |
| Course Retake Fee (on third attempt) | $150 |
| Program Change Fee | $150 |
| Program Re-Enrollment Fee | $150 |
| Transcript Fee | $20 |
| Per Exam Proctoring Fee (payable to ProctorU) * | $22 |
| Credit Transfer Evaluation Fee ** | $75 |
Program Registration
Payment of the $200 registration fee is due within 5 business days upon receipt of acceptance offer. Failure to remit the registration fee may result in the withdrawal of acceptance into the program. The first tuition payment is due no later than 30 days after issuance of the acceptance letter. Students will not receive orientation materials or be allowed to participate in orientation events prior to payment of the tuition.
Continuing Students
For continuing students paying tuition by semester, payments are due on the following schedule:
- November 1 for January semester
- March 1 for April semester
- July 1 for August semester
Payments not received within 30 days will be subject to a late tuition fee of $250. If payments are not received by start of semester, payment of a late registration fee will also be required. Course access will not be provided until accounts are up to date.
Professional Certificate Programs
| Tuition and Fees | Professional Certificate | Professional Certificate PLUS |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $2,550 | $3,550 |
| Registration Fee | $200 | $200 |
| Total Cost | $2,750 | $3,750 |
| Total Cost (Paid in Full Discount) | $2,700 | $3,700 |
All program tuition and fees are fixed and any enrollment benefits are offered for a limited time and available to all students during that time. All tuition includes a digital materials fee. Sessions College reserves the right to change its tuition and fees as necessary at any time.
Students can pay tuition in full or by payment plan. Program extensions are managed on by auto bill on a monthly basis until a program is completed or cancelled.
| Concentration (3-month Program) | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,300 |
| Registration Fee | $200 |
| Total Course Price | $1,500 |
The Enrollment Agreement for a Sessions College certificate program provides a guarantee of service for the duration of the student’s program.
| Program | Extension |
|---|---|
| Professional Certificate | 9 months (39 weeks) |
| Professional Certificate PLUS | 12 months (52 weeks) |
| Concentration | 3 months (13 weeks) |
After the expiration of the above time periods, the enrollment agreement is void. Students who reach their program end date and need more time can continue their enrollment for up to 6 additional months at a rate of $50/month, provided they have completed Level I of the Professional Certificate program.
How to Apply
Select your program of interest for application details.
Undergraduate Certificate
Next Start: April 28
Associate Degree
Next Start: April 28
Bachelor's Degree
Next Start: April 28
Professional Certificate
Next Start: May 1