DNP Program
Cost of Attendance
Cost of Attendance for Doctor of Nursing Practice
The total Cost of Attendance (COA) is an allowance based on expenses that students may incur while enrolled in school. The COA includes tuition, fees and expenses for housing, food, educational materials and transportation. This figure is used to determine aid eligibility. The amount of financial aid that students receive cannot exceed the cost of attendance.
Please note that certain expenses listed, such as food and housing, personal expenses, and transportation, vary depending on living arrangements and lifestyle. Typical Housing Cost information is also compiled by UC Office of the President and can give you an idea of housing costs in areas close to UCLA.
2026-27 DNP Cost of Attendance
The information below reflects the most current COA components for the academic year, including the Fall, Winter, and Spring quarters. Fee amounts are subject to change. Summer Session costs are not included in the amounts below. For current Summer Session fees, please refer to the Summer Fee Calculator.
| Budget Category | Off Campus |
|---|---|
| University Tuition and Fees | $15,007 |
| Professional Degree Supplemental Tuition Fee (PDST) | $24,708 |
| Health Insurance | $7,517 |
| Housing and Food | $28,767 |
| Books and Supplies | $2,004 |
| Transportation | $3,819 |
| Personal Expenses | $3,219 |
| Loan Fees | $1,269 |
| Entering Student Total | $86,310 |
| Non-Resident Supplemental Tuition Fee (NRST) | $12,245 |
*Professional Degree Supplemental Tuition (PDST) is a mandatory fee included in the University Registration Tuition & Fee assessment.
**Tuition also varies depending on whether or not the student is a California resident or non-California resident. The UCLA Campus Residence Deputy decides your Residence Status for Tuition purposes. For more information regarding Residence for Tuition Purposes, please review the UC Residence Guidelines or contact a Campus Residence Deputy.