Student Financial Services
UVM is committed to helping students make informed financial decisions. The details below provide an overview of tuition, fees, and other expenses associated with the College of Nursing and Health Sciences (CNHS) doctoral programs, helping you plan with confidence.

This page outlines the estimated costs associated with UVM's CNHS programs to help you evaluate the financial investment associated with completing our 3-year programs.

Our team in Student Financial Services is available to help you navigate billing, payment due dates, and your financial options - including scholarships and loans. We encourage you to explore all available resources and use our cost form to better understand your anticipated costs.

Eligible CNHS Doctoral Programs

Estimated CNHS Doctoral Programs Costs

Direct-Entry Doctor of Nursing Practice (DEPN)

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Estimated Tuition Costs

Vermont Resident: $720/credit

Out-of-State Resident: $1360/credit

Listed above are the projected tuition cost per credit to attend the DPT program which needs to be approved by the UVM Board of Trustees. Tuition costs associated with completing the program are estimated and are subject to change.

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

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Estimated Tuition Costs

Vermont Resident: $720/credit

Out-of-State Resident: $1360/credit

Listed above are the projected tuition cost per credit to attend the DPT program which needs to be approved by the UVM Board of Trustees. Tuition costs associated with completing the program are estimated and are subject to change.

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

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Estimated Costs for a Vermont Resident
CostsYear 1: Summer 2027-Spring 2028
(42 credits)
Year 2: Summer 2028-Spring 2029
(43 credits)
Year 3: Summer 2029-Fall 2029
(17 credits)
Projected Cost to Complete the 3- Year Program
(102 credits)
Tuition$28,884$28,336$11,028$68,248
Student Fees$2,532$2,592$1,316$6,440
Books & Supplies$729$729$486$1,944
Loan Fees$268$270$180$718
Distance Education Fees$0$0$0$0
 $32,413$31,927$13,010$77,350

The figures reflect the projected cost to attend the DPT program and are based on estimated 2027-2028 tuition rates and fees which need to be approved by the UVM Board of Trustees. Tuition and student fees for future years are projected using an estimated annual increase of 3%. All costs associated with completing the program are estimated and are subject to change.


 

Estimated Cost for an Out-of-State Resident
CostsYear 1: Summer 2027-Spring 2028
(42 credits)
Year 2: Summer 2028-Spring 2029
(43 credits)
Year 3: Summer 2029-Fall 2029
(17 credits)
Projected Cost to Complete the 3- Year Program
(102 credits)
Tuition$57,120$59,628$23,867$140,615
Student Fees$2,532$2,592$1,316$6,440
Books & Supplies$729$729$486$1,944
Loan Fees$268$270$180$718
Distance Education Fees$0$0$0$0
 $60,649$63,219$25,849$149,717

The figures reflect the projected cost to attend the DPT program and are based on estimated 2027-2028 tuition rates and fees which need to be approved by the UVM Board of Trustees. Tuition and student fees for future years are projected using an estimated annual increase of 3%. All costs associated with completing the program are estimated and are subject to change.

Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD)

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Estimated Costs for a Vermont Resident
CostsYear 1: Fall 2027-Summer 2028
(38 credits)
Year 2: Fall 2028-Summer 2029
(36 credits)
Year 3: Fall 2029-Spring 2030
(14 credits)
Projected Cost to Complete the 3- Year Program
(88 credits)
Tuition$25,632$25,374$10,696$61,702
Student Fees$2,552$2,532$1,370$6,454
Books & Supplies$729$759$506$1,994
Loan Fees$268$270$180$718
Distance Education Fees$0$0$0$0
 $29,181$28,935$12,752$70,868

The figures reflect the projected cost to attend the OTD program and are based on estimated 2027-2028 tuition rates and fees which need to be approved by the UVM Board of Trustees. Tuition and student fees for future years are projected using an estimated annual increase of 3%. All costs associated with completing the program are estimated and are subject to change.


 

Estimated Cost for an Out-of-State Resident
CostsYear 1: Fall 2027-Summer 2028
(38 credits)
Year 2: Fall 2028-Summer 2029
(36 credits)
Year 3: Fall 2029-Spring 2030
(14 credits)
Projected Cost to Complete the 3- Year Program
(88 credits)
Tuition$51,680$50,190$20,202$122,072
Student Fees$2,552$2,532$1,332$6,416
Books & Supplies$729$729$486$1,944
Loan Fees$292$288$192$772
Distance Education Fees$0$0$0$0
 $55,253$53,739$22,212$131,204

The figures reflect the projected cost to attend the OTD program and are based on estimated 2027-2028 tuition rates and fees which need to be approved by the UVM Board of Trustees. Tuition and student fees for future years are projected using an estimated annual increase of 3%. All costs associated with completing the program are estimated and are subject to change.

Estimated CNHS Doctoral Programs Costs Per Semester

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For detailed information about CNHS Doctoral Programs tuition and fees, complete the form found on our Graduate College Tuition & Fees page linked below to receive a personalized cost estimate. Your estimate will reflect your program, residency status, and anticipated enrollment and will include both billable charges and the total cost of attendance for the semester.  

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What does Cost of Attendance really mean? Cost of attendance (COA) is the total cost for you to attend UVM each year, before financial aid. COA includes the following billable costs: tuition, fees, food, and housing. It also includes the following indirect costs: books, course materials, supplies and equipment and personal and miscellaneous, transportation, and loan fee expenses. The indirect costs listed are estimates used in determining financial aid eligibility. Your actual expenses will vary. 

What is Net Cost? Your net cost is the actual cost you will pay to attend UVM. You calculate it by taking the COA and subtracting any scholarships, and/or tuition remission you’ve received. You can’t know for sure how much UVM will cost you until you apply for financial aid and receive an aid offer.