The Institute’s mission is to produce the analytics professionals in an affordable manner. The affordability of the Master of Science in Analytics (MSA), like most similar degrees, is largely a function of its duration and expected return on investment. The MSA program’s intensive 10-month format translates into low tuition and low opportunity costs (i.e., forgone earnings while studying full-time), while yielding employability and earning potential.

Tuition for the MSA degree covers 30 credit hours of required course work spread over three semesters (summer, fall and spring with credits distributed 6-12-12). Required textbooks, software and other study materials are included in the cost of tuition, as are dedicated in-house student support services (i.e., career placement and professional development coaching). However, living expenses (such as food and housing) as well as health insurance (which is mandatory for all students) are not included.

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ESTIMATED TUITION AND FEES
	Summer	Fall	Spring	TOTAL
NC Resident Tuition + Fees	$6,933	$11,367	$11,367	$29,667
Non-Resident Tuition + Fees	$13,858	$22,016	$22,016	$57,890

Tuition and fees are set each year with the approval of the North Carolina Legislature. The rates are typically posted in late spring and should provide incoming students with a close estimate of what the cost will be for the coming year. Legal residents are partially subsidized by the State of North Carolina and therefore pay a reduced tuition rate.

Should you wish to apply for federal student loans, we encourage you to file the FAFSA as early as possible. You may also wish to review the eligibility requirements for fellowships and other awards offered through NC State’s Graduate School. Admitted students who have concerns regarding their ability to afford the cost of attendance should contact the Institute’s Admissions Team to discuss their circumstances.

The MSA degree is officially designated as a STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) program. This designation, determined by the Department of Homeland Security, allows international students to extend their training in the United States by working in their field of study. Instead of 12 months of optional practical training, they have a total of 36 months under STEM.