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Total Program Investment
Your total online public health degree costs at Boise State may vary depending on your previous credits. The following table is an example of the total program cost for a student completing the 60 credits of program-specific courses required to graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Public Health.
| Description | Cost |
| Boise State Undergraduate Admissions Application Fee | $50 |
| Courses (60 total credits @ $375 per credit*) | $22,500 |
| Books (12-21 total classes @ estimated $100 per class) | $1,200-$2,100 |
| Graduation Application Fee | $20 |
| Approximate Total Investment | $23,770 - $24,670 |
| To earn a degree from Boise State University, students must complete 120 credits; 43-46 credits are typically foundation courses. University Foundation courses and costs may vary. | Varies |
| Other potential expenses may include a personal computer, webcam, headphones with microphone and internet access, all of which are all required for this program. | Varies |
| Room/Board** | $5,688 |
| Transportation** | $1,248 |
*The per-credit fees listed above are for the 2024-25 academic year. Future academic year per-credit fees may vary slightly and are finalized each May. Depending on your prior credits and transfer coursework, additional credits may be necessary to fulfill the degree requirements at Boise State. Please reach out to our student success team to learn more about your individual circumstance.
**Costs for room, board and transportation are used to calculate financial aid and are included to disclose the full cost of attendance. These costs are not required for students pursuing a fully online degree.
Notice to Boise State and other Idaho higher education employees: Fee waivers do not apply to this program.