Tuition & Fees
Estimating your Cost
Graduate applicants are automatically considered for CCS Scholarships when they are admitted to the College. We base scholarship awards on the review of your program specific requirements, academic record and achievement, interview and potential for success in your Graduate Studies program. Applicants receive notification of the CCS Graduate Studies Scholarship in their acceptance letters and enrolled students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 in order to continue receiving their scholarship funding.
All US students are encouraged to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and to review your comprehensive financial aid offer from CCS before assuming your actual out-of-pocket cost. CCS may offer additional grant funds to students if their FAFSA indicates financial need, and Michigan students may be eligible for resident-specific state-funded grants, so make sure you file! More information about FAFSA.
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Sticker Price—Full Cost Before Aid
The sticker price is the total cost of tuition before
any financial aid is applied. This includes full-time graduate tuition, plus additional expenses.
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Subtract any scholarships, loans, grants
or additional financial assistance
The average scholarship/grant package awarded to new MA/MFA graduate students for Fall 2025 was $28,000.
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Net Cost—What you actually pay
The net cost is the amount a student actually pays after subtracting scholarships and other financial aid. Based on the average total scholarships awarded for Fall 2025, students paid $28,460 in tuition on average.
Tools to Help you Understand Your Cost
The CCS financial aid staff is here to work with you early and often to resolve your financial concerns so you can take full advantage of everything CCS has to offer.
2025/26 Tuition and Fees
CCS is committed to helping students finance their education by offering competitive financial aid packages and scholarship opportunities.
US students and families filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) are encouraged to review your comprehensive financial aid offer from CCS before assuming your actual out of pocket cost. More information about FAFSA. All admitted students are automatically reviewed for merit-based scholarships. Scholarship or award offers are delivered with admission decision letters.
MA/MFA Tuition Cost
Tuition
$1,882 /credit hour
$28,230 /semester (12-18 credits)
$56,460 /academic year (Fall and Winter)
Fees
$100 /semester – Registration Fee
$590 /semester – Resource Fee
$20 per year – Accident Insurance
$175 (one-time fee) – Graduation Fee
MPS Tuition Cost
Tuition
$997 /credit hour
$1,994 /semester (12-18 credits)
$19,940 /academic year (Fall and Winter)
Fees
$100 /semester – Registration Fee
$590 /semester – Resource Fee
$175 (one-time fee) – Graduation Fee
Total Program Cost
Year 1: Academic Year 2025-26 ChargesÂ
Semester 1 (Fall 2025): $7,976
Semester 2 (Winter 2026): $7,976
Semester 3 (Summer 2026): $3,988
Total Cost (Year 1): $19,940
Year 2: Academic Year 2026-27 Charges
Semester 4 (Fall 2026): $6,976
Semester 5 (Winter 2026): $2,991
Total Cost (Year 2): $9,967
Total Program Cost: $29,907.00
2025/2026 Housing & Meal Plans
Housing
*Taubman Center housing requires students to have a meal plan
$4,070-$4,765
per semester
Campus Dining
Meal plans are required for Taubman residents and are optional for ACB residents. The contract is for the academic school year and cannot be canceled once students move in.
$2,900 – $4,350
per academic year
Cost of Attendance
MA/MFA Graduate Students
MA and MFA Programs
The average scholarship projected for 2024–2025 incoming students is $28,000*. In addition, U.S. students who file the FAFSA, may qualify for Graduate PLUS loans. The Average Net Cost is displayed in the following tables.
| Expense | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition | 56,460.00 |
| Fees | 1,400.00 |
|  Resource Fee | 1,180.00 |
|  Registration Fee | 200.00 |
|  Accident Insurance | 20.00 |
| Housing | 4,059.00 |
| Food | 5,610.00 |
| Transportation | 3,978.00 |
| Books / Course Materials / Supplies / Equipment |
2,774.00 |
| Personal | 3,944.00 |
| Loan Fees | 216.00 |
| Tuition Insurance | 0 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | 78,441.00 |
| Expense | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition | 56,460.00 |
| Fees | 1,400.00 |
|  Resource Fee | 1,180.00 |
|  Registration Fee | 200.00 |
|  Accident Insurance | 20.00 |
| Housing | 8,989.00 |
| Food | 7,154.00 |
| Transportation | 1,700.00 |
| Books / Course Materials / Supplies / Equipment |
2,774.00 |
| Personal | 5,134.00 |
| Loan Fees | 216.00 |
| Tuition Insurance | 0 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | 83,827.00 |
| Expense | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition | 56,460.00 |
| Fees | 1,400.00 |
|  Resource Fee | 1,180.00 |
|  Registration Fee | 200.00 |
|  Accident Insurance | 20.00 |
| Housing | 9,486.00 |
| Food | 4,386.00 |
| Transportation | 2,210.00 |
| Books / Course Materials / Supplies / Equipment |
2,774.00 |
| Personal | 2,720.00 |
| Loan Fees | 216.00 |
| Tuition Insurance | 0 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | 79,652.00 |
Federal Graduate PLUS loans, student employment, and personal funds can be used to cover the Average Net Direct/Indirect Cost.
NOTE: Per credit tuition is $1,809 for graduates. The graduate tuition of $54,270 is based on full-time status (12 to 18 credits per semester) for Fall & Winter of the 2024-2025 academic year (two semesters/nine months).
MPS Graduate Students
MPS Online Program Only
Full-Time Enrolled (12-18 Credits)
2025-2026 Fall/Winter Academic Year
| Expense | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition | 15,952.00 |
| Fees | 0.00 |
|  Resource Fee | 0.00 |
|  Registration Fee | 0.00 |
|  Accident Insurance | 0.00 |
| Housing | 4,059.00 |
| Food | 5,610.00 |
| Transportation | 3,978.00 |
| Books / Course Materials / Supplies / Equipment |
2,500.00 |
| Personal | 3,944.00 |
| Loan Fees | 118.00 |
| Tuition Insurance | 0.00 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | 36,161.00 |
| Expense | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition | 15,952.00 |
| Fees | 0.00 |
|  Resource Fee | 0.00 |
|  Registration Fee | 0.00 |
|  Accident Insurance | 0.00 |
| Housing | 8,989.00 |
| Food | 7,154.00 |
| Transportation | 1,700.00 |
| Books / Course Materials / Supplies / Equipment |
2,500.00 |
| Personal | 5,134.00 |
| Loan Fees | 118.00 |
| Tuition Insurance | 0.00 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | 41,547.00 |
| Expense | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition | 15,952.00 |
| Fees | 0.00 |
|  Resource Fee | 0.00 |
|  Registration Fee | 0.00 |
|  Accident Insurance | 0.00 |
| Housing | 9,486.00 |
| Food | 4,386.00 |
| Transportation | 2,210.00 |
| Books / Course Materials / Supplies / Equipment |
2,500.00 |
| Personal | 2,720.00 |
| Loan Fees | 118.00 |
| Tuition Insurance | 0 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | 37,372.00 |
MPS Total Program Cost
Year 1: Academic Year 2025-26 Charges
Semester 1 (Fall 2025): $7,976
Semester 2 (Winter 2026): $7,976
Semester 3 (Summer 2026): $3,988
Total Cost (Year 1): $19,940
Year 2: Academic Year 2026-27 Charges
Semester 4 (Fall 2026): $6,976
Semester 5 (Winter 2026): $2,991
Total Cost (Year 2): $9,967
Total Program Cost: $29,907.00
International Graduate Students
MA and MFA Programs
The average scholarship projected for 2023 – 2024 incoming students is $29,500.* The Average Net Cost is displayed in the following tables.
| Expense | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition | 56,460.00 |
| Fees | 1,400.00 |
|  Resource Fee | 1,180.00 |
|  Registration Fee | 200.00 |
|  Accident Insurance | 20.00 |
| Housing | 4,059.00 |
| Food | 5,610.00 |
| Transportation | 3,978.00 |
| Books / Course Materials / Supplies / Equipment |
2,774.00 |
| Personal | 3,944.00 |
| Personal Health Insurance | 1,244.00 |
| Orientation | 200.00 |
| Loan Fees | 0 |
| Tuition Insurance | 0 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | 79,669.00 |
| Expense | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition | 56,460.00 |
| Fees | 1,400.00 |
|  Resource Fee | 1,180.00 |
|  Registration Fee | 200.00 |
|  Accident Insurance | 20.00 |
| Housing | 8,989.00 |
| Food | 7,154.00 |
| Transportation | 1,700.00 |
| Books / Course Materials / Supplies / Equipment |
2,774.00 |
| Personal | 5,134.00 |
| Personal Health Insurance | 1,244.00 |
| Orientation | 200.00 |
| Loan Fees | 0 |
| Tuition Insurance | 0 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | 85,055.00 |
| Expense | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition | 56,460.00 |
| Fees | 1,400.00 |
|  Resource Fee | 1,180.00 |
|  Registration Fee | 200.00 |
|  Accident Insurance | 20.00 |
| Housing | 9,486.00 |
| Food | 4,386.00 |
| Transportation | 2,210.00 |
| Books / Course Materials / Supplies / Equipment |
2,774.00 |
| Personal | 2,720.00 |
| Personal Health Insurance | 1,244.00 |
| Orientation | 200.00 |
| Loan Fees | 0 |
| Tuition Insurance | 0 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | 80,880.00 |
Per credit tuition is $1,809 for graduates. The graduate tuition of $54,270 is based on full-time status (12 to 18 credits per semester for Fall & Winter of the 2024-2025 academic year (two semesters/nine months).
*Amount includes average CCS Scholarship and International Student Grant.
Please also review the Student Visa process and financial feasibility documents required for international students. Private student loans, parent loans, work study, and personal funds can be used to cover the Average Net Direct/Indirect Cost.
MPS Online Program Only
Full-Time Enrolled (12-18 Credits)
2025-2026 Fall/Winter Academic Year
| Expense | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition | 15,952.00 |
| Fees | 0.00 |
|  Resource Fee | 0.00 |
|  Registration Fee | 0.00 |
|  Accident Insurance | 0.00 |
| Housing | 4,059.00 |
| Food | 5,610.00 |
| Transportation | 3,978.00 |
| Books / Course Materials / Supplies / Equipment |
2,500.00 |
| Personal | 3,944.00 |
| Loan Fees | 118.00 |
| Tuition Insurance | 0.00 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | 36,161.00 |
| Expense | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition | 15,952.00 |
| Fees | 0.00 |
|  Resource Fee | 0.00 |
|  Registration Fee | 0.00 |
|  Accident Insurance | 0.00 |
| Housing | 8,989.00 |
| Food | 7,154.00 |
| Transportation | 1,700.00 |
| Books / Course Materials / Supplies / Equipment |
2,500.00 |
| Personal | 5,134.00 |
| Loan Fees | 118.00 |
| Tuition Insurance | 0.00 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | 41,547.00 |
| Expense | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition | 15,952.00 |
| Fees | 0.00 |
|  Resource Fee | 0.00 |
|  Registration Fee | 0.00 |
|  Accident Insurance | 0.00 |
| Housing | 9,486.00 |
| Food | 4,386.00 |
| Transportation | 2,210.00 |
| Books / Course Materials / Supplies / Equipment |
2,500.00 |
| Personal | 2,720.00 |
| Loan Fees | 118.00 |
| Tuition Insurance | 0 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | 37,372.00 |
MPS Total Program Cost
Year 1: Academic Year 2025-26 Charges
Semester 1 (Fall 2025): $7,976
Semester 2 (Winter 2026): $7,976
Semester 3 (Summer 2026): $3,988
Total Cost (Year 1): $19,940
Year 2: Academic Year 2026-27 Charges
Semester 4 (Fall 2026): $6,976
Semester 5 (Winter 2026): $2,991
Total Cost (Year 2): $9,967
Total Program Cost: $29,907.00
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CCS is pleased to offer generous merit scholarships and need-based financial aid to help you take full advantage of everything the College has to offer. To help you get an idea of what your college expenses will be, use the calculator 
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Tuition Payment Options
1. Pay in Full
You may pay tuition and fees in full at the time of registration. Students may pay tuition and fees online, by mail or at the Cashier’s Office.
2. Deferred Payments
You may choose to defer payment of tuition and fees. You must pay a minimum of $100 at the time of registration. And then all tuition and fees must be paid in full by August 1 for the Fall semester and December 14 for the Winter semester.
3. Monthly Payment Plan
You may elect to use the ACI Interest-Free Monthly Payment Plan. The College for Creative Studies accepts tuition payments from US banks through ACI. ACI offers monthly interest-free payment plans as a way to pay the remainder of your tuition and fees. There is a $65 per semester enrollment fee for this option.
Contact
Office of Financial Aid
T: 313.664.7495
F: 313.664.7499
Director of Financial Aid
Mathew Catanese
T: 313.664.7497
[email protected]
Financial Aid Counselor – Students A-K
Jami Johnson
T: 313.664.7496
[email protected]
Financial Aid Counselor – Students L-Z
Allison Molesworth
T: 313.664.7468
[email protected]