The UMES DPT program has affordable tuition, the lowest in the region.
UMES DPT Student Financial Fact Sheet for 2024
*Subject to Change
1. Approximate Tuition per credit hour (2024-2025 year)
- $ 362.00 per graduate credit hour (Maryland Resident)
- $ 500.00 per graduate credit hour (Eastern Shore Region)
- $ 673.00 per graduate credit hour (Non-Maryland Resident)
| Number of credits by semester for each year* | Fall | Winter | Spring | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 14 | 1 | 17 | 13 |
| Year 2 | 18 | 3 | 17 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 14 | 3 | 13 | 8 |
2. Estimated Annual Tuition (Summer & Winter Sessions included, independent studies included in 2nd year costs)
| Year | Credits | Maryland Resident | Eastern Shore Region | Non-Maryland Resident |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 45 | $16,290 | $22,500 | $30,285 |
| Year 2 | 46 | $16,652 | $23,000 | $30,958 |
| Year 3 | 38 | $13,756 | $19,000 | $25,574 |
3. Other Approximate University Fees for both Maryland and Non-Maryland Residents
| University Fees | Fee Per Credit Hour |
|---|---|
| Technology Fee | $10.00 per credit hour |
| Auxiliary Operations & Facility Fee | $82.00 per credit hour |
4. Departmental Fees:
| Department | Fee |
|---|---|
| Anatomy Laboratory | $150.00 Fall Semester Year 1 |
| Neuroscience Laboratory | $150.00 Spring Semester Year 1 |
| 5. Clinical Education Costs |
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| Clinical affiliations are located in all regions of Maryland and other states. Students are financially responsible for the following expenses for clinical education: Criminal background check Laboratory drug screening Annual physical examination, immunizations and medical testing Annual CPR certification Professional liability insurance Personal health insurance Clinic attire, clinical laboratory jacket and appropriate clinic shoes Housing Living expenses Transportation Parking fees Name tag Students are also responsible for transportation to local clinics for clinical practicums. |
| 6. Other Costs |
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| In addition to the University of Maryland Eastern Shore tuition and fees, students are responsible for: Textbooks Printing Laboratory scrubs, shoe covers, safety goggles and disposable gloves (Advanced Human Anatomy and Neuroscience) Physical therapy tools (i.e., tape measure, goniometers, gait belt, reflex hammer) |
