Keep your career goals in play. Save up to 15% on select courses for a limited time with code GOALS2026. Learn more.
Keep your career goals in play. Save up to 15% on select courses for a limited time with code GOALS2026. Learn more.
The estimated tuition for the online Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) program as of the 2026-27 academic year is $96,000. A $300 deposit is required upon enrollment. Please note the cost of tuition does not include out-of-pocket expenses such as books, additional course materials, immersions, or other fees. While immersion fees include a majority of associated expenses, students are still responsible for travel costs, as well as some food and miscellaneous charges throughout the immersion experience. Students can expect a moderate tuition increase each year.
Apply for financial aid while applying for admission
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), using the George Washington University’s code, 001444.
If you start/continue/return in Fall 2024, Spring 2025, or Summer 2025, you will need to complete the 2024-2025 academic year FAFSA.
If you start/continue/return in Fall 2025, Spring 2026, or Summer 2026, you will need to complete the 2025-2026 academic year FAFSA.
If you start/continue/return in Fall 2026, Spring 2027, or Summer 2027, you will need to complete the 2026-2027 academic year FAFSA.
Please see the Online Public Health Financial Aid Checklist for steps to apply for Federal Student Aid.
Starting July 1, 2026, Grad PLUS Loans will no longer be offered for new borrowers and borrowing limits will be introduced for new loans, meaning federal loans may no longer cover the full cost of attendance for many graduate students. If you’re planning to begin a graduate degree program in fall 2026 or later, start planning now (ideally before you apply) to find alternative funding options. This change will affect people seeking federal financial aid for the Online Doctor of Public Health program at George Washington University; primarily, those who enroll on or after July 1, 2026.
Most graduate students will be limited to borrowing up to $20,500 per year for graduate degrees, including this program. The incoming changes will also limit lifetime loans for graduate degrees to $100,000. If you do not plan to study full time, your loan limit may be lower. Learn more details here.
Early planning is the most important thing you can do. The financial aid office can help you build a plan:
Speak with a financial aid advisor
Already enrolled? If your federal loans were disbursed before July 1, 2026, you may be able to continue borrowing under prior rules, including Grad PLUS, with limitations. Taking a leave of absence, withdrawing, transferring, or changing programs/institutions after June 30, 2026 could affect your eligibility. Contact the financial aid office before making any enrollment changes.
{"version":"1.0.1","id":2282,"featureFlags":{"formType":"STANDARD","impliedConsent":true},"embedFormData":{},"grouping":"gwu-ph","degreeOffering":"gwu-ph","credentialType":"DEGREE","programsOfStudy":"3d983f0e-5ba7-4c38-8b20-835998b12e2e","inferredFields":{"country":true},"experimentalTrialAttributes":{},"formAttributesConfig":{"impliedConsent":true},"fields":[{"hidden":false,"name":"level_of_education","label":"What is your highest level of education completed?","required":true,"type":3,"value":{"options":[{"label":"High School","value":"High School"},{"label":"Associate's","value":"Associates"},{"label":"Bachelor's in progress","value":"Bachelors in progress"},{"label":"Bachelor's","value":"Bachelors"},{"label":"Master's in progress","value":"Masters in progress"},{"label":"Master's","value":"Masters"},{"label":"Doctorate","value":"Doctorate"}],"defaultOption":""},"helpText":"","mountPoint":1},{"hidden":true,"name":"degree","label":"Degree Interest","required":false,"type":3,"value":{"options":[{"label":"DRPH","value":"DRPH"}],"defaultOption":"DRPH"},"helpText":"","mountPoint":1},{"hidden":false,"name":"prospect_education_journey","label":"When are you considering starting you program?","required":true,"type":3,"value":{"options":[{"label":"Next available cohort","value":"Next available cohort"},{"label":"3 to 6 months","value":"3 to 6 months"},{"label":"6 to 12 months","value":"6 to 12 months"},{"label":"Unsure","value":"Unsure"}],"defaultOption":""},"helpText":"","mountPoint":1},{"hidden":false,"name":"stated_gpa_range","label":"What was your graduate GPA?","required":true,"type":3,"value":{"options":[{"label":"4.00 or above","value":"4.00 or above"},{"label":"3.99 - 3.50","value":"3.99 - 3.50"},{"label":"3.49 - 3.00","value":"3.49 - 3.00"},{"label":"2.99 - 2.50","value":"2.99 - 2.50"},{"label":"2.49 or below","value":"2.49 or below"}],"defaultOption":""},"helpText":"","mountPoint":1},{"hidden":false,"name":"work_experience","label":"How many years of public health work experience do you have?","required":true,"type":3,"value":{"options":[{"label":"0","value":"0"},{"label":"1","value":"1"},{"label":"2","value":"2"},{"label":"3","value":"3"},{"label":"4","value":"4"},{"label":"5","value":"5"},{"label":"6","value":"6"},{"label":"7","value":"7"},{"label":"8","value":"8"},{"label":"9","value":"9"},{"label":"10+","value":"10+"}],"defaultOption":""},"helpText":"","mountPoint":1},{"hidden":false,"name":"first_name","label":"First Name","required":true,"type":0,"value":{"text":""},"helpText":"","mountPoint":1},{"hidden":false,"name":"last_name","label":"Last Name","required":true,"type":0,"value":{"text":""},"helpText":"","mountPoint":1},{"hidden":false,"name":"email","label":"Email","required":true,"type":16,"value":{"impliedConsentData":[{"key":"email_opt_out","userDoesConsent":false,"userDoesNotConsent":true}],"includeImpliedConsent":false},"helpText":"","mountPoint":1,"conditionallyRendered":true},{"hidden":false,"name":"state","label":"State","required":true,"type":5,"value":{},"helpText":"","mountPoint":1},{"hidden":false,"name":"zip_code","label":"Zip / Postal Code","required":true,"type":0,"value":{"text":""},"helpText":"","mountPoint":1},{"hidden":true,"name":"country","label":"Country of Residence","required":false,"type":6,"value":{},"helpText":"","mountPoint":1},{"hidden":false,"name":"country_of_citizenship","label":"Country of Citizenship","required":true,"type":6,"value":{},"helpText":"","mountPoint":1},{"hidden":false,"name":"phone","label":"Phone","required":true,"type":17,"value":{"impliedConsentData":[{"key":"do_not_call","userDoesConsent":false,"userDoesNotConsent":true}],"includeImpliedConsent":false},"helpText":"","mountPoint":1,"conditionallyRendered":true},{"hidden":false,"name":"lead_share_opt_in","label":"Lead Share Opt In","required":true,"type":18,"value":{"format":"checkbox","disclaimer":"edX, and its parent company, 2U, offer other online education programs across various fields of study.","optInValue":"GWU-PH Marketing","checkboxText":"Please contact me about these programs.","defaultRadio":"none","defaultChecked":false},"helpText":"","mountPoint":1,"conditionallyRendered":true},{"hidden":true,"name":"sms_opt_in_marketing","label":"SMS Consent","required":false,"type":2,"value":{"options":[{"label":"Yes","value":"true"},{"label":"No","value":"false"}],"defaultOption":"true"},"helpText":null,"mountPoint":1,"conditionallyRendered":true},{"hidden":false,"name":"email","label":"Email","required":true,"type":16,"value":{"impliedConsentData":[{"key":"email_opt_out","userDoesConsent":false,"userDoesNotConsent":true}],"includeImpliedConsent":true},"helpText":"","mountPoint":1,"conditionallyRendered":true},{"hidden":false,"name":"phone","label":"Phone (Optional)","required":false,"type":17,"value":{"impliedConsentData":[{"key":"do_not_call","userDoesConsent":false,"userDoesNotConsent":true}],"includeImpliedConsent":true},"helpText":"By entering your phone number, you consent to being contacted by an enrollment specialist to provide additional information and assistance with any questions you may have.","mountPoint":1,"conditionallyRendered":true},{"hidden":false,"name":"lead_share_opt_in","label":"Lead Share Opt In","required":true,"type":18,"value":{"format":"checkbox","disclaimer":"edX, and its parent company, 2U, LLC offer other online education programs across various fields of study.","optInValue":"GWU-PH Marketing","checkboxText":"Please contact me about these programs.","defaultRadio":"none","defaultChecked":false},"helpText":"","mountPoint":1,"conditionallyRendered":true},{"hidden":true,"name":"sms_opt_in_marketing","label":"SMS Consent","required":false,"type":2,"value":{"options":[{"label":"Yes","value":"true"},{"label":"No","value":"false"}],"defaultOption":"false"},"helpText":null,"mountPoint":1,"conditionallyRendered":true},{"hidden":false,"name":"","type":7,"value":{"text":"By submitting this form, I consent to receive communications by phone, text message, WhatsApp and email via automated technology, including AI generative or prerecorded voice, from 2U about educational opportunities offered with its partners. I may opt out at any time. Consent is not required for purchase. [--link:https://publichealthonline.gwu.edu/legal/privacy-policy/ target:blank]Privacy Notice[link--] and [--link:https://publichealthonline.gwu.edu/legal/privacy-policy/#sms-terms target:blank]SMS Terms[link--]"},"mountPoint":1,"conditionallyRendered":true},{"hidden":false,"name":"","type":7,"value":{"text":"By submitting this form, you agree that 2U, in partnership with the George Washington University, may contact you regarding this course. Your personal data will be used as described in the [--link:https://publichealthonline.gwu.edu/legal/privacy-policy/ target:blank]Privacy Policy[link--]. You may opt out of receiving communications at any time."},"mountPoint":1,"conditionallyRendered":true},{"hidden":true,"name":"no_klondike_gdpr_setting","required":true,"type":15,"label":"","value":{"text":"geo"}}],"screens":[{"allFields":[0,1,21],"conditional":{},"out":{"1":["$next",[{"data":"$valid"}]]}},{"allFields":[2,3,4],"conditional":{},"out":{"2":["$next",[{"data":"$valid"}]]}},{"allFields":[5,6,7,15],"conditional":{"7":[1,"",[{"data":"state.no_klondike_carmen_sandiego_region"},{"data":"eu"},{"op":1}]],"15":[1,"",[{"data":"state.no_klondike_carmen_sandiego_region"},{"data":"eu"},{"op":0}]]},"out":{"3":["$next",[{"data":"$valid"}]]}},{"allFields":[8,9,10,11,12,16,13,17,14,18,19,20],"conditional":{"12":[1,"",[{"data":"state.no_klondike_carmen_sandiego_region"},{"data":"eu"},{"op":1}]],"13":[1,"",[{"data":"state.no_klondike_carmen_sandiego_region"},{"data":"eu"},{"op":1}]],"14":[1,"",[{"data":"state.no_klondike_carmen_sandiego_region"},{"data":"eu"},{"op":1}]],"16":[1,"",[{"data":"state.no_klondike_carmen_sandiego_region"},{"data":"eu"},{"op":0}]],"17":[1,"",[{"data":"state.no_klondike_carmen_sandiego_region"},{"data":"eu"},{"op":0}]],"18":[1,"",[{"data":"state.no_klondike_carmen_sandiego_region"},{"data":"eu"},{"op":0}]],"19":[1,"",[{"data":"state.no_klondike_carmen_sandiego_region"},{"data":"eu"},{"op":1}]],"20":[1,"",[{"data":"state.no_klondike_carmen_sandiego_region"},{"data":"eu"},{"op":0}]]},"out":{"-1":["$next",[{"data":"$valid"}]]}}],"published":"2026-05-12T17:18:48.540Z"}
GW’s location — in the epicenter of health policy, programming and advocacy — will help you connect with high-level professionals and officials within organizations such as the CDC, WHO and many others.
Request more infoTechnology and services powered by 2U, LLC, the parent company of edX.