Tuition and Financial Aid

Tuition

Tuition for the 2025–2026 academic year is $56,854.

View the full estimated budget for the one-year program, including tuition, fees, and estimated living expenses. 


Financial Aid

Financial aid is available through Columbia University’s Office of Student Financial Aid and Planning.

Learn how to apply
Download the Financial Aid Handbook (for IHN MS students)

Eligibility for financial aid depends on maintaining satisfactory academic progress at the University. Students are responsible for understanding and meeting these standards. 


Scholarships

IHN Director’s Scholarship

A needs-based scholarship offered by IHN for domestic students.

  • Awarded based on past federal financial support

  • To be considered:

    • Submit a FAFSA

    • Include your Social Security Number on the MS application so your FAFSA can be matched

    • No additional documents are required

Admitted applicants are reviewed on May 15.
Late admits may be considered if funds remain available.

If your financial support isn’t reflected in federal records, email:
ihnadmissions@cumc.columbia.edu


Yellow Ribbon U.S. Veterans Scholarship

Veterans may be eligible for additional support.
Contact the IHN directly at ihnadmissions@cumc.columbia.edu to learn more.


External Scholarships

The Office of Student Financial Aid and Planning maintains a curated list of external scholarship opportunities.

Explore external scholarships