Financial Support

Columbia University School of Nursing provides three years (eight semesters) of funding for tuition, related fees, health insurance, and stipend (based on current NIH rate) to students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

2020-2021 PhD Program Funding Package (Projected) for Eligible Students

Tuition and Fees: covered 

Health Insurance: covered

Stipend: $25,320 annual (based on NIH rate)

2020-2021 Estimated PhD Program Costs 

Tuition and Fees: $43,200

Health Insurance: $3,676

Room and Board: $21,204

Transportation: $1,143

International Students

Columbia University School of Nursing welcomes international students. However, we do not provide tuition or stipend support to international students. International students must have financial resources to cover tuition and living expenses. For more details, please visit the International Students & Scholars Office.