{"id":4245,"date":"2024-03-12T14:21:42","date_gmt":"2024-03-12T21:21:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.callutheran.edu\/programs\/?page_id=4245"},"modified":"2026-09-17T20:03:21","modified_gmt":"2026-09-18T03:03:21","slug":"tuition","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.callutheran.edu\/programs\/graduate\/mssm\/tuition\/","title":{"rendered":"Tuition &#038; Financial Aid"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>California Lutheran University MS in Sport Management students fund their programs through scholarships, financial aid, tuition reimbursement, payment plans or a combination of all four.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019d like help figuring out what fits your situation, an enrollment specialist can answer questions at <a href=\"mailto:somgradprograms@callutheran.edu\">somgradprograms@callutheran.edu<\/a> or 805-521-9856.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"fw-bold mb-4\">MS in Sport Management Program Tuition<\/h2>\n<table class=\"table table-hover\" style=\"max-width: 400px\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Cost per credit<\/th>\n<td>$920<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Base tuition<\/th>\n<td>$35,880<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Technology fee<\/th>\n<td>$60 per term<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Wellness fee<\/th>\n<td>$40 per term<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Books and supplies<\/th>\n<td>Varies<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3 class=\"fw-bold\">One-Time or Conditional Fees<\/h3>\n<table class=\"table table-hover\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Graduate and Professionals Student Council activity fee<\/th>\n<th>Audit fee<\/th>\n<th>Late registration fee<\/th>\n<th>Late transaction fee<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>$32, one-time fee applies to all new graduate and professional students<\/td>\n<td>One half the tuition listed above<\/td>\n<td>$63, for registration submitted after the add\/drop deadline<\/td>\n<td>$58, for employer reimbursement applications received after the second week of the semester<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p class=\"fst-italic\">All fees are subject to change without notice. Cal Lutheran reserves the right to change, delete or add to this pricing schedule as deemed appropriate.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"gray-hr mt-0\" \/>\n<div class=\"anchor-link\" id=\"financial-aid\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"txt-bold\">Financial Aid<\/h2>\n<p>Cal Lutheran offers a variety of funding options from internal and external sources. <strong>Don\u2019t let the cost of an education keep you from realizing your academic goals. If cost is a concern for you, call us at 805-521-9856.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"fw-bold\">First thing\u2019s first: file your FAFSA<\/h3>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/studentaid.gov\/h\/apply-for-aid\/fafsa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)<\/a> is the federal financial aid application that must be completed by anyone seeking federal or state financial assistance from an educational institution in the U.S. <strong>Our FAFSA school code is 001133<\/strong>. This form must be submitted each academic year.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"fw-bold mb-4\">Scholarships and grants<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"txt-blue fw-bold mb-2\">Graduate Academic Scholarship<\/h4>\n<p>Graduate Academic Scholarships are available to graduate and credential students based on financial need as demonstrated by the FAFSA or CADAA, provided they have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. This competitive scholarship may award up to $2,500 per academic year, dependent on full or part-time enrollment status and number of terms attending.<\/p>\n<p>This scholarship application is open:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"mb-0\">\n<li>July through August for ALL incoming and continuing students for the upcoming academic year<\/li>\n<li>January through February for NEWLY admitted spring term students only<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.callutheran.edu\/financial-aid\/scholarships-grants\/details\/graduate-academic-scholarship.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more and apply<\/a><\/p>\n<h5 class=\"fw-bold mb-2\">Local Organization Discount<\/h5>\n<p>Cal Lutheran has partnered with local organizations to offer their employees a $100 per credit discount on any of our graduate and professional programs (future terms only).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.callutheran.edu\/financial-aid\/scholarships-grants\/details\/local-organizations.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more<\/a><\/p>\n<h5 class=\"fw-bold mb-2\">Community Scholars for Black Lives<\/h5>\n<p>Cal Lutheran established the Community Scholars for Black Lives program to empower students to work in tandem with community leaders and create conditions for Black lives to flourish. In addition to the $5,000 scholarship, recipients benefit from mentorship, conference travel funds and a project budget.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.callutheran.edu\/financial-aid\/scholarships-grants\/details\/community-scholars-black-lives.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more and apply<\/a><\/p>\n<h5 class=\"fw-bold mb-2\">Congregational Partners in Education (CPE) Award<\/h5>\n<p>This award allows congregations of any faith to assist outstanding students who have demonstrated a commitment to the life and work of their place of worship. The University will match monies received from our partner congregations in support of a student attending Cal Lutheran full-time, up to $2,500 per academic year. This award may be renewed each year, up to three times, after the first year.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.callutheran.edu\/financial-aid\/scholarships-grants\/details\/cpe.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more and apply<\/a><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"txt-blue fw-bold mb-4\">Veterans Benefits<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"mb-0\">\n<li>Cal Lutheran is a Yellow Ribbon University. You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.callutheran.edu\/veterans\/benefits\/yellow-ribbon.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">find out more about the Yellow Ribbon program here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Students who may be eligible for veteran\u2019s benefits can start at Cal Lutheran\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.callutheran.edu\/veterans\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ahmanson Veterans Resource Office<\/a>. They have an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.callutheran.edu\/veterans\/benefits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">overview of all benefits available<\/a>, as well as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.callutheran.edu\/veterans\/team.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dedicated staff to assist you<\/a>, including options for in-person and over-the-phone counseling.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 class=\"txt-blue fw-bold mb-4\">Dream Act Students<\/h4>\n<p>The California Dream Act allows eligible undocumented and nonresident students to apply for state and institutional financial aid. Eligibility is based on AB 540 criteria, which generally requires attendance at California schools and graduation from a California high school or equivalent.<\/p>\n<p>If you meet the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.callutheran.edu\/dream-act\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eligibility requirements<\/a>, you can submit a <a href=\"https:\/\/dream.csac.ca.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">California Dream Act Application<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.callutheran.edu\/dream-act\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">You can find more information on the Dream Act and resources like the Cal Grant here.<\/a><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"txt-blue fw-bold mb-4\">Loans<\/h4>\n<h5 class=\"fw-bold mb-2\">Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans<\/h5>\n<p>Eligibility for the <a href=\"https:\/\/studentaid.gov\/understand-aid\/types\/loans\/subsidized-unsubsidized\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan<\/a> is determined by the FAFSA and is not need-based. Students must be enrolled at least half time (three credits or more per term) to receive a Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan. Eligibility will be determined by the Office of Financial Aid.<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"fw-bold mb-2\">Alternative\/Private Loans<\/h5>\n<p>Students should always utilize any awarded Federal Direct Loans prior to seeking an alternative loan. Interest rates on alternative loans are often much higher than the Federal Direct Loan rates. Eligibility is determined by the lender.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.callutheran.edu\/financial-aid\/loans\/loan-types\/alternative-loans.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alternative\/private educational loans<\/a> may only be taken out for up to the cost of attendance (less any financial aid received) as defined by the Office of Financial Aid.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.callutheran.edu\/financial-aid\/loans\/loan-types\/alternative-loans.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cal Lutheran offers a lender search tool that you can use to start your research.<\/a><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"txt-blue fw-bold mb-4\">Employer Partnerships<\/h4>\n<p>If your organization participates in the AllCampus Workplace Network, you may be eligible for an additional 10% tuition discount. Call 805-521-9856 or email <a href=\"mailto:somgradprograms@callutheran.edu\">somgradprograms@callutheran.edu<\/a> to find out if your employer is part of this network.<\/p>\n<p>Note that employer tuition discounts cannot be combined with institutional aid.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"txt-blue fw-bold mb-4\">Monthly Payment Plan<\/h4>\n<p>Cal Lutheran offers an interest-free monthly payment plan for the fall, spring and summer terms. Students can spread their balance over three to five monthly installments for a small enrollment fee (around $60).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.callutheran.edu\/students\/student-accounts\/bill.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about setting up a payment plan \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.callutheran.edu\/programs\/graduate\/mssm\/tuition\/\" class=\"btn btn-purple read-more article-read-more\" aria-label=\"Read more about this article: Tuition &#038; Financial Aid \">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":4188,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-4245","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Tuition &amp; Financial Aid - Online MS in Sport Management<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Finance your online MS in Sport Management at Cal Lutheran. 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