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Tuition & financial aid at Brenau University

Paying for college can seem daunting, but we’re here to help you through every step of the process. We guide each student through their options to ensure our programs are financially accessible.

By choosing Brenau, you’re investing in a degree that will set you on a path to a successful career. Along with affordable tuition, you can pursue federal financial aid to make your education even more cost-effective. From military benefits and employee reimbursement programs to loans, we’ll help you find the best way to pay for your degree given your financial situation.

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Financial aid options

FAFSA®

You may qualify for federal loans or grants. To find out, fill out the FAFSA® as soon as possible. You will be asked for Brenau’s school code, which is 001556.

Loans

Many loan options are available to students at generally low rates. Consider federal loans offered through your FAFSA application or explore private loans.

Grants & Scholarships

Online students qualify for grants such as the Pell Grant and the Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant. You can also apply for third-party scholarships to help fund your education.

Military Benefits

Brenau offers a 10% tuition discount for veterans and spouses/dependents of active-duty U.S. military service members and a reduced tuition rate for active-duty service members. We also participate in all VA education benefit programs.

Employer tuition reimbursement

Many organizations offer tuition assistance to employees who want to grow professionally. Be sure to explore what options are available to you.

If your employer doesn’t offer reimbursement, we can help you highlight the importance of tuition reimbursement programs. Contact us for more information.

Four ways an online degree benefits you and your employer

  1. You’ll grow your leadership skills. Our programs center on your development in the classroom and beyond. Your enhanced understanding will bring expert leadership to your team.
  2. You’ll be ready for new responsibilities. You’ll be prepared to fill open positions at your current place of employment or advance in your role through the skills you learn.
  3. You’ll study when it’s right for you. Brenau’s flexible online programs allow you to manage your time so that you can succeed in the classroom, workplace and personal life simultaneously.
  4. You’ll begin making a difference today. Many of the skills you learn can be applied immediately to enhance the workplace. By investing in your education, employers will gain a knowledgeable employee.

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At Brenau University, we’re committed to offering affordable, accessible, and high-quality online degree programs. We also believe in transparency, avoiding hidden costs whenever possible.

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*The Tuition Calculator is based on programmatic information provided by Brenau University and information you provide. All financial calculations should be taken as potential estimations and not actuals. These figures do not include additional fees and expenses (e.g., textbooks, technology fees, supplies, etc.). The use of this calculator is not an application for admission or financial aid. Please consult with an admissions team member to get a more accurate sense of total tuition or request additional information.

Frequently asked questions

Explore our FAQ page to find answers to questions you may have about the online programs.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our program page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our program page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our program page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our program page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our program page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all tuition fees on the program page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all tuition fees on the program page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all tuition fees on the program page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all tuition fees on the program page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our program page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our program page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our program page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our program page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our program page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our program page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our program page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our program page.

You should expect additional costs for textbooks and other supplies. You can learn more about all fees on our program page.

Yes, financial aid may be used for textbooks and cost-of-living expenses. All information regarding financial assistance can be found on our tuition page.

We accept up to 90 transfer credit hours for the online Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. You can learn more about our transfer credit policy on our admissions page.

We do not require ACT/SAT scores for admission to this program. You can learn more on our admissions page.

We do not require work experience for admission to this program. You can learn more on our admissions page.

Please consider the following options regarding finances:

  • Complete the FAFSA® to determine financial aid eligibility. Brenau University’s FAFSA® code is 001556.
  • Apply for a Sallie Mae loan.

We know that paying for your degree can seem daunting, so our financial aid professionals are here to help you. If you would like to apply for financial aid to help pay for school, you should start by filling out the FAFSA®. Brenau’s FAFSA® code is 001556.

All inquiries regarding student loans start with the FAFSA®. Brenau’s FAFSA® code is 001556.

You can start the FAFSA® form here. Brenau’s FAFSA® code is 001556.

The first step is to start your online application. Contact the Admissions office with any questions about your application.

Please consider the following options regarding finances:

  • Complete the FAFSA® to determine financial aid eligibility. Brenau University’s FAFSA® code is 001556.
  • Apply for a Sallie Mae loan.

The requirements for the online BS in Elementary Education include:

  • A completed online application
  • Minimum 2.5 high school GPA or a passing GED score for first-year students
  • Minimum 2.0 cumulative college GPA for transfer students
  • Official transcripts from each school you’ve attended

You can learn more about our requirements on our admissions page.

The online BS in Elementary Education has two start dates throughout the year. You can learn more by viewing our registrar’s calendars and schedules.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 33 credit hours for a total tuition of $27,192. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 36 credit hours for a total tuition of $29,664. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 30-42 credit hours for a total tuition of $28,260. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $672 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 61 credit hours for a total tuition of $40,992. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $672 per credit hour. With zero transfer credits, you’ll complete 61 credit hours through Brenau for an estimated tuition of $40,992. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete nine credit hours for a total tuition of $7,416. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition is $754 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 120 credit hours for a total tuition of $90,480. Transfer credits may reduce your total tuition. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $754 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 120 credit hours for a total tuition of $90,480. Transfer credits may reduce your total tuition. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $754 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 120 credit hours for a total tuition of $90,480. Transfer credits may reduce your total tuition. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $754 per credit hour. Assuming zero transfer credit hours, you’ll need to complete 120 credit hours for a total estimated tuition of $90,488. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $754 per credit hour. Without transfer credits, you will need to complete 120 credit hours through Brenau for a total estimated tuition of $90,480. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $754 per credit hour. If you do not have previous credits to transfer, you must complete 120 credit hours with Brenau for an estimated tuition of $90,480. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $754 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 120 credit hours for a total tuition of $90,480. Transfer credits may reduce your total tuition. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $754 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 120 credit hours for a total tuition of $90,480. Transfer credits may reduce your total tuition. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 12 credit hours for a total tuition of $9,888. You can review tuition costs on the program page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 12 credit hours for a total tuition of $9,888. You can review tuition costs on the program page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 12 credit hours for a total tuition of $9,888. You can review tuition costs on the program page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 12 credit hours for a total tuition of $9,888. You can review tuition costs on the program page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 12 credit hours for a total tuition of $9,888. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 31 credit hours for a total tuition of $25,544. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 31 credit hours for a total tuition of $25,544. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 31 credit hours for a total tuition of $25,544. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete nine credit hours for a total tuition of $7,416. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 12 credit hours for a total tuition of $9,888. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete nine credit hours for a total tuition of $7,416. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete nine credit hours for a total tuition of $7,416. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 30 credit hours for a total tuition of $24,720. Transfer credits may reduce your total tuition. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 12 credit hours for a total tuition of $9,888. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 37 credit hours for a total estimated tuition of $30,488. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 34 credit hours for a total estimated tuition of $28,016. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 34 credit hours for a total estimated tuition of $28,016. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 37 credit hours for a total estimated tuition of $30,488. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 60–79 credit hours for a total estimated tuition of $49,440-65,096. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 36 credit hours for a total tuition of $29,664. Transfer credits may reduce your total tuition. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 30 credit hours for a total tuition of $24,720. Transfer credits may reduce your total tuition. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 12 credit hours for a total tuition of $9,888. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 12 credit hours for a total tuition of $9,888. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 12 credit hours for a total tuition of $9,888. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete nine credit hours for a total tuition of $7,416. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 45–48 credit hours for a total estimated tuition of $37,080-39,552. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 66-76 credit hours for a total estimated tuition of $54,384 – $62,624 You can review all costs on our tuition page.

FAFSA® is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid—a form you’ll complete to determine eligibility for categories of government-based student aid: work-study jobs or grants and scholarships (neither of which require repayment) and loans (which need to be repaid). Sallie Mae loans are private loans offered through the Sallie Mae Bank or a lender partner.

Tuition for the online AA in Liberal Studies is $40,992. You need to complete 61 credit hours at $672 per credit hour. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Assuming zero transfer credits, you’ll need to complete 61 credit hours at $672 each. This makes the estimated total tuition $40,992. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition for the online K-5 Math Endorsement is $7,416. You need to complete nine credit hours at $824 each. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition for the online BA in Communication and Media Studies is $90,480, but transfer credits may reduce your total tuition. You need to complete 120 credit hours at $754 per credit hour. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition for the online BA in Organizational Leadership is $90,480. You need to complete 120 credit hours at $754 per credit hour, but transfer credits may reduce your total tuition. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition for the online Bachelor of Business Administration is $90,480. You need to complete 120 credit hours at $754 per credit hour, but transfer credits may reduce your total tuition. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Assuming zero transfer credit hours, you’ll need to complete 120 credit hours at $754 each. This makes the estimated total tuition $90,480. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Assuming zero transfer credit hours, you’ll need to complete 120 credit hours at $754 each. This makes the estimated total tuition $90,480. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

You’ll complete 120 credit hours through Brenau without transfer credits at $754 each. This makes the estimated total tuition $90,480. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition for the online BS in Healthcare Administration is $90,480. You need to complete 120 credit hours at $754 per credit hour, but transfer credits may reduce your total tuition. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition for the online BS in Psychology is $90,480. You need to complete 120 credit hours at $754 each, but transfer credits may reduce your total tuition. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition for the online Certificate in Business Analytics is $9,888. You need to complete 12 credit hours at $824 per credit hour. You can review all tuition costs on the program page.

Tuition for the online Certificate in Communication Management is $9,888. You need to complete 12 credit hours at $824 per credit hour. You can review all tuition costs on the program page.

Tuition for the online Certificate in Finance is $9,888. You need to complete 12 credit hours at $824 per credit hour. You can review all tuition costs on the program page.

Tuition for the online Certificate in Human Resource Management is $9,888. You need to complete 12 credit hours at $824 per credit hour. You can review all tuition costs on the program page.

Tuition for the online Digital Marketing Certificate is $9,888. You need to complete 12 credit hours at $824 each. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition for the online Ed.S. in Elementary Education is $25,544. You need to complete 31 credit hours at $824 each. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition for the online Ed.S. in Middle Grades Education is $25,544. You need to complete 31 credit hours at $824 each. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition for the online Education Specialist in Special Education program is $25,544. You need to complete 31 credit hours at $824 each. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition for the online ESOL Endorsement is $7,416. You need to complete nine credit hours at $824 each. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition for the online K-5 Math Endorsement is $7,416. You need to complete nine credit hours at $824 each. You can review all costs on our program page.

The total tuition for the online K–5 Science Endorsement program is $7,416. You’ll need to complete nine credit hours at $824 each. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition for the online MA in Communication and Media Studies is $24,720, but transfer credits may reduce your total tuition. You need to complete 30 credit hours at $824 per credit hour. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition for the online Management Certificate is $9,888. You need to complete 12 credit hours at $824 each. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition for the online Master of Accounting is $27,192. You need to complete 33 credit hours at $824 each. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

You’ll need to complete 37 credit hours at $824 each. This makes the estimated total tuition $30,488. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

You’ll need to complete 34 credit hours at $824 each. This makes the estimated total tuition $28,016. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

You’ll need to complete 34 credit hours at $824 each. This makes the estimated total tuition $28,016. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition for the online Master of Science in Organizational Leadership is $29,664. You need to complete 36 credit hours at $824 each. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

You’ll need to complete 37 credit hours at $824 each. This makes the estimated total tuition $30,488. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

You’ll need to complete 60–79 credit hours for a total estimated tuition of $47,100–$62,015. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

You’ll need to complete 45–48 credit hours for a total estimated tuition of $33,975–$37,680. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition is $824 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 66-76 credit hours for a total estimated tuition of $54,384-62,624 You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition for the online MBA is $29,664. You need to complete 30-42 credit hours at $824 each. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition for the online MFA in Interior Design is $29,664, but transfer credits may reduce your total tuition. You need to complete 36 credit hours at $824 per credit hour. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

Tuition for the online MS in Applied Gerontology is $24,720, but transfer credits may reduce your total tuition. You need to complete 30 credit hours at $824 per credit hour. You can review all costs on our tuition page.

The total tuition for this program is $9,888. You’ll need to complete 12 credit hours at $824 each. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition for the online Nonprofit Leadership Certificate is $9,888. You need to complete 12 credit hours at $824 each. You can review all costs on our program page.

Tuition for the online Project Management Certificate is $9,888. You need to complete 12 credit hours at $824 each. You can review all costs on our program page.

The total tuition for the online Reading Endorsement program is $7,416. You need to complete nine credit hours at $824 each. You can review all costs on our program page.

Brenau’s FAFSA® code is 001556. You can start the FAFSA® form here.

The online Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education has two start dates per year. View our registrar’s calendars and schedules for important deadlines and dates.

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