School of Mental Health

Tuition & Fees

Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling


The 2025-2026 cost of attendance is based on projected expenses a student may incur while enrolled in their program of study for an academic year. The tuition rate for the 2025-2026 award year is $497 per credit. Living expenses are the average costs students may incur within an academic year. These costs were gathered through Sonoran University’s Financial Wellness Survey and through online resources providing the average cost of living in Maricopa County.

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MSCMHC - Three Year Program of Study

Program of StudyAverage CreditsTuitionInstitutional FeesOther Costs of Attendance (e.g. Living Expenses)Total
Year One36$17,892$1,080$47,200 $67,172
Year Two36.5$18,140.50$1,520$47,200$66,860.50
Year Three17.5$8,697.50$970$23,600 $33,267.50
Total90$44,730$3,570$118,000 $166,300
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2025-2026 Cost of Attendance Components

  • Tuition and Fees: The tuition and mandatory fees cost is subject to change every year. The cost is an estimate based on the University’s 2025-2026 academic year tuition rate. Please refer to Sonoran University’s Course Catalog for a complete list of all fees. Domestic and international students are charged the same tuition rate amount.
  • Federal Loan Fees: Fees will be assessed based on current origination fees and on the student’s exact loan amount for each term. Fees will vary based on the federal loan types.
  • Books, Course Materials, Supplies, & Equipment: This is an estimate of costs per academic year.
  • Housing and Food: This is an estimated expense that may be incurred during an academic year. Costs include rent, food, and utilities.
  • Transportation: Average costs a student may incur for a roundtrip commute from campus to home. Costs may vary based on travel distance and mode of transportation.
  • Personal/Misc.: Average costs a student may incur within an academic year for variable expenses, such as personal care, entertainment, and other living costs.

The 2025-2026 cost of attendance reflected above can change annually. For inquiries concerning the cost of attendance projection, contact the Financial Aid Office.

The Sonoran University Financial Aid team is available to assist students with their financial wellness plan, which includes budget planning, financial aid projections, and repayment options.

Please contact the Financial Aid Office at finaid@sonoran.edu for more information.

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