Graduate Certificate Tuition and Fees

Tuition rates for the graduate degree programs are set annually for the academic year (September through August).  Click the links below to download the current tuition for each program. 

Information about the application and tuition deposit fees for each graduate certificate program can be found on the specific program page.

Costs Not Covered in Tuition

Chinese Herb Program

The cost of materials may be approximately $700 and includes several required and recommended books. Students also may be required to purchase sample herbs for their learning.

Health Coaching and Wellness Coaching Certificate Programs

Required materials include books, and other additional reading material. The cost of required books and reading material is between $250-300. All required books can be found in our library. Students may choose to purchase suggested books, or may find several of them in our library.

Herbal Studies Certificate Program

Required materials include: supplies needed for making herbal preparations (teas, lotions, tinctures) for the Fall Herb Show. The cost of the Fall Herb Show can range from $75 to $300. The cost of books required for the program runs between $150 and $215.

Medical Herbalism Certificate Program

Required materials include: supplies needed for making herbal preparations (teas, lotions, tinctures) for the Fall Herb Show. The cost of the Fall Herb Show can range from $75 to $300. The cost of books required for the program runs between $250 and $300.

For all programs, please note: the costs associated with books will vary dramatically by person and program. Many choose to borrow rather than buy some of the required and recommended texts. Should it become necessary for a student to retake coursework, a fee will be charged.

Additional Fees

Health Requirement Costs

Chinese herb students are responsible for the costs associated with one-time and ongoing health requirements, including CPR certification, PPD tests, and hepatitis B vaccinations. The Institute’s mandatory annual bloodborne pathogens classes are free.

Clinic and Resource Fees for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine Programs

An additional continuing registration fee is due each month for any student who does not complete the program by her or his anticipated completion date. Please see the student handbooks for more detailed information on these fees.

Refund Policy

Tai Sophia Institute follows Maryland State refund guidelines and the federal policy for return of Title IV funds. Refund policy information is posted in the Academic Catalog and is also available by request from the business and finance office.