Financial Assistance ##################### ************* Program Costs ************* The Master's program has a 10-course requirement (once program prerequisites are satisfied). For information on semester fees please refer to the `Bursar's pages `_. See also :doc:`../services/assistantships`. ******************************************* FAFSA for U.S. Students/Permanent Residents ******************************************* Though *not* a requirement, U.S. citizens and permanent residents are strongly encouraged to fill out the online FAFSA form at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. This not only facilitates loans but also can help to get on-campus jobs.