Learn more about the additional fees to consider.
Additional Fees to Consider
We estimate additional expenses for books, travel and personal expenses that are inherent with attending Dean College. These expenses are not charged to your student account.
- Books: $1,000 per year
- Transportation: $1,000 per year
- Personal Expenses: $500 per year
Student Health Insurance
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires that all full-time students have qualifying health insurance. All students are charged for the school offered health insurance and must take action to either Waive OR Enroll online with this insurance at the start of each academic year. The cost of health insurance for the 2022-2023 year is $2,438.76. Coverage dates are August 1, 2022, to July 31, 2023. New annual rates come out around June 1.
Academic Support and Learning Services
Dean College provides an educational opportunity to a wide variety of students with varying academic needs. In order to meet the needs of our students, the college has established several different programs designed to ensure academic success and help students achieve their academic potential.
These programs are fee-based and these fees will be added to your bill if you choose to enroll in one of these programs or if participation in a program is assigned by the Office of Admission as a condition of admission to the college.
Arch Learning Community
We offer specialized programs of support for students with learning or physical disabilities. Learn more about the Arch Learning Community and the additional costs of the program.
Academic Coaching
Provides one-on-one tutoring from professional learning/reading, writing, and/or math specialists. The program is designed to build fundamental learning, writing and math skills necessary for college success. Academic Coaching teaches students to independently apply skills to their current coursework. Charges for the Academic Coaching Program are based on the level of service provided. Students may enroll for the semester for as little as one hour per week or for as much as five hours of assistance per week with a learning, writing or math specialist.
- Cost: $850/semester for an hour per week of Academic Coaching
Parking Permits
- Parking Permit for Residents: $350 per year
- Parking Permit for Commuters: $100 per year
Course Fees
Some courses may have associated fees.
- Course/Lab Fees: $50-$450 per course
- Field Trip Fees: $30-$75 per course
- Instrumental Music and Voice Instruction Fees: $675 for twelve 50-minute lessons per semester
Tuition Surcharge
- $775 per additional credit hour over 18 credits in a term
Graduation Fee
- $200 mandatory fee for all graduating students