Once you have been accepted into your specific nursing program, you need to create a budget so that you can focus on your studies and not your expenses.
Participation costs by program
BSN-DNP|DNP
The Nursing Program Cost of Nursing (COA) covers the period from the first day of school in mid-August through the following August. Students are not required to pick up the full COA. Many students get by just fine with their flat rate living expenses.
All funds withdrawn in excess of tuition and fees will be made available to students in three disbursements. Students are encouraged to apply for direct deposit. The first payment is made on the first day of the course. The second payment will be made in early January. The last payment will be made at the beginning of May. You should budget accordingly.
Financial support is flexible. If you withdraw the entire COA and later realize you don't need the full amount, you can refund the money within 120 days of withdrawal. The same is true if you don't pick up the full COA and find you need more cash. Students may apply at any time during the year for student aid up to the full COA.
The COA is based on the initial cost of an individual student. If you have dependents for whom you are financially responsible, please contact the Financial Aid Office to discuss additional dependent care options.
The COA cannot be increased by consumer debt, car payments, or a higher standard of living than a typical college student.
| application | |
| FAFSA available | October 1st |
| FAFSA Deadline | 15 th of May |
winning notification
Grant letters emailed mid-June
Payment dates (ALL maintenance programs)
Federal Loan Payment Dates Date Student Receives Payment
(Refunds to students are paid directly within 14 days of the date of payment)
| Federal Bond Payment Dates | Date the student receives the refund | |
| herbs 2023 | 14. August 2023 | 18. August 2023 |
| Primavera 2024 | 2 January 2024 | 5 January 2024 |
| summer 2024 | 6. mayo 2024 | 10. mayo 2024 |
| Repayment of the 120-Day Federal Loan Surplus Fund | ||
| herbs 2023 | 21. November 2023 | |
| Primavera 2024 | April 17, 2024 | |
| summer 2024 | July 28, 2024 | |
All costs shown on this page are subject to change without notice.
BSN-DNP service costs
Once accepted into the Bachelor of Nursing-Doctor of Nursing Practice program, you must create a financial plan so that you can focus on your studies and not on your expenses.
program value
One of the biggest financial benefits of our program is the excellent value for money that we offer. Our unique curriculum allows students to complete first-year requirements remotely, with the first year focusing solely on the Doctor of Nursing Practice curriculum. Years 2 and 3 of this program are face-to-face, with a curriculum focused on the anesthesia nurse.
see the latestBSN-DNP Bulletin.
BSN-DNP-Service Costs 2023 - 2024
| 2023 - 2024 Charge for service | program budget (12 fun) | program budget (12 fun) | program budget (12 fun) |
| First year | second year | Third year | |
| Monthly payment | 40.406 $ | 40.021 $ | 39.252 $ |
| Books | 1.400 $ | 1.400 $ | 1.400 $ |
| Laptop allowance | 1.222 $ | - | - |
| Essen | 5.760 $ | 5.760 $ | 5.760 $ |
| health insurance | 4.984 $ | 4.984 $ | 4.984 $ |
| loan interest | 2.920 $ | 2.851 $ | 2.857 $ |
| Accommodation | 15.600 $ | 15.600 $ | 15.600 $ |
| Several | 2.304 $ | 2.304 $ | 2.304 $ |
| program fees | 3.418 $ | 3.418 $ | 3.418 $ |
| Transport | 5.700 $ | 5.700 $ | 5.700 $ |
| public utilities | 3.540 $ | 3.540 $ | 3.540 $ |
| Total | 87.359 $ | 85.578 $ | 85.860 $ |
BSN-DNP Early Participation Costs for 2024 - 2025
| 2024 - 2025 Charge for service | program budget (12 fun) | program budget (12 fun) | program budget (12 fun) |
| First year | second year | Third year | |
| Monthly payment | 40.406 $ | 40.021 $ | 39.252 $ |
| Books | 1.400 $ | 1.400 $ | 1.400 $ |
| Laptop allowance | 1.222 $ | - | - |
| Essen | 5.760 $ | 5.760 $ | 5.760 $ |
| health insurance | 4.984 $ | 4.984 $ | 4.984 $ |
| loan interest | 2.920 $ | 2.851 $ | 2.857 $ |
| Accommodation | 15.600 $ | 15.600 $ | 15.600 $ |
| Several | 2.304 $ | 2.304 $ | 2.304 $ |
| program fees | 3.418 $ | 3.418 $ | 3.418 $ |
| Transport | 5.700 $ | 5.700 $ | 5.700 $ |
| public utilities | 3.540 $ | 3.540 $ | 3.540 $ |
| RN licenses | 105 $ | - | - |
| Licensing/Consulting | - | - | $ 1.045 |
| Total | 87.359 $ | 85.578 $ | 85.860 $ |
Additional requirements and costs
insert deposit
A non-refundable deposit of US$1,500 is required to be paid to Wake Forest University School of Medicine upon acceptance into a program of study. The amount of $1,465 is applied to the first year's tuition.
health insurance coverage
Students are responsible for maintaining health insurance through the medical center or other provider of their choice. If you have any questions about health insurance, please contactUHC Student Health Insurance. If you have questions about health insurance on student accounts, please contactstudy financing.
Scholarship and financial support.
- All Roads Scholarship: The All Roads Scholarship to the College of Medicine recognizes outstanding academic achievement, community service, leadership, and promise for the study and future practice of nursing anesthesia. Students must submit a FAFSA for consideration.
- To be considered for the Lettie Pate Whitehead Scholarship (for women only), you must complete a Supplemental Scholarship Application, which is available from the Financial Aid Office.
external pockets
- North Carolina League Nursing Scholarship Program: Graduate Scholarships in Nursing.
- Nursing Education Fund, Inc.: Provides scholarships to nursing students who are members of a national association of nursing professionals.
- North Carolina Nursing Association: Offers scholarships to North Carolina residents.
BSN-DNP students who are permanent residents of North Carolina are eligible to apply for North Carolina Service Forgivable Educational Loans.
DNP service charges
The Postdoctoral Master of Nursing Practice program equips students with the advanced skills and knowledge essential for nursing leadership, enhancing and increasing the occurrence of positive patient outcomes. The DNP program is a two-year online program. Students are evaluated based on enrollment hours for the semester.
see the latestDNP Newsletter.
DNP service costs for 2023-2024
| 2023 - 2024 Charge for service | program budget (12 fun) | program budget (12 fun) |
| First year | second year | |
| Monthly payment | $25.146 | 19.558 $ |
| Books | 1.400 $ | 1.400 $ |
| Laptop allowance | 1.222 $ | - |
| Essen | 5.760 $ | 5.760 $ |
| health insurance | 4.984 $ | 4.984 $ |
| loan interest | $2.160 | 1.869 $ |
| Accommodation | 15.600 $ | 15.600 $ |
| Several | 2.304 $ | 2.304 $ |
| program fees | 772 $ | 772 $ |
| Transport | 5.700 $ | 5.700 $ |
| public utilities | 3.540 $ | 3.540 $ |
| Total | 68.588 $ | 61.487 $ |
DNP1: requires 6 credits in the fall semester, 5 credits in the spring semester, and 7 credits in the summer semester.
DNP2: requires 4 credits in the fall semester, 5 credits in the spring semester, and 5 credits in the summer semester.
Part-time DNP per credit: $1,397
DNP Part Time Tuition: $772
DNP Early Participation Cost for 2024-2025
| 2024 - 2025 Charge for service | program budget (12 fun) | program budget (12 fun) |
| First year | second year | |
| Monthly payment | $25.146 | 19.558 $ |
| Books | 1.400 $ | 1.400 $ |
| Laptop allowance | 1.222 $ | - |
| Essen | 5.760 $ | 5.760 $ |
| health insurance | 4.984 $ | 4.984 $ |
| loan interest | $2.160 | 1.869 $ |
| Accommodation | 15.600 $ | 15.600 $ |
| Several | 2.304 $ | 2.304 $ |
| program fees | 772 $ | 772 $ |
| Transport | 5.700 $ | 5.700 $ |
| public utilities | 3.540 $ | 3.540 $ |
| Total | 68.588 $ | 61.487 $ |
DNP1: requires 6 credits in the fall semester, 5 credits in the spring semester, and 7 credits in the summer semester.
DNP2: requires 4 credits in the fall semester, 5 credits in the spring semester, and 5 credits in the summer semester.
Part-time DNP per credit: $1,397
DNP Part Time Tuition: $772
Additional requirements and costs
insert deposit
A non-refundable deposit of US$1,500 is required to be paid to Wake Forest University School of Medicine upon acceptance into a program of study. The amount of $1,465 is applied to the first year's tuition.
health insurance coverage
Students are responsible for maintaining health insurance through the medical center or other provider of their choice. If you have any questions about health insurance, please contactUHC Student Health Insurance. If you have questions about health insurance on student accounts, please contactstudy financing.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
- DNP students who are permanent residents of North Carolina are eligible to apply for forgivable North Carolina Service Education Loans.
- The Judith Griffin Fryrear Nursing Scholarship, RN, MSN: Awarded biennially to a Wake Forest Baptist nurse from Atrium Health on the Winston-Salem campus who has financial need to apply for the Wake Forest Post-Masters DNP program.Interested applicants must complete a FAFSA.
frequent questions
See helpful answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about financial aid, grants, and more.Grant FAQs
Where can I find information about the cost of participation for a specific program?
- Programa MD
- Program PA
- care programs
- graduate programs
I am a future student. When do I start the financial assistance application process?
Apply for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for Federal Loan Funding. FAFSA is required to receive federal loan funds.
What is the deadline to apply for grants?
The deadline to submit all financial aid information for the MD and PA programs is March 15. The deadline to submit all financial aid information for nursing programs is May 15.
How can I find information about external grants?
For external MD scholarships, students must attend theAMCis inOInformation on possible resources for external subsidies. Students are also encouraged to check with their local cities about possible sources of scholarship funding.
Nursing students must attendNorth Carolina League Nursing Scholarship ProgrammiNursing Education Fund, Inc.Information about potential external fellows.
The Financial Aid Office regularly receives scholarship information from various organizations throughout the school year. Students will be notified of these scholarship opportunities via email, CANVAS, and the WakeUP student portal.
The following resources are a good place to start when searching for outside scholarships:
- Financial information and tools from AAMC FIRST for Medical Education
- Site Surveys byred rapida,University Planning SallieMae, It's inHigher Education Council
- Financial aid information page
Nursing Student Resources
- BSNDNP students who are permanent residents of North Carolina are eligible to apply for forgivable North Carolina Service Education Loans.
- We are approved by the Veterans Administration (VA) as a qualified educational program for those who qualify for VA benefits.
- BSN-DNP Bulletin|DNP Newsletter
How long do I have to accept or decline my financial aid package?
Accept or decline your rewards package online within 14 days of receipt. (All the programs)
How do external grants affect my funding package?
Your financial aid package may be affected by outside grants. Receipt of outside grants and other resources must be reported to the Financial Aid Office and will result in a review of your funding package. Students must notify the Office of Student Support in writing of these funds.
Part of my financial support covers my living expenses. When and how do I get this money?
Funds are disbursed at the beginning of each semester and dates vary by class. After paying tuition and other fees, you will receive a refund of any remaining funds. After receiving your refund, you should consider the following:
- Track your spending for a month to create a spending baseline.
- Divide your expenses by the number of months you need to cover. Spend that exact amount each month, and your balance should last until your next payment.
- Be creative!
- Deposit all your expenses in your savings account and pay yourself monthly.
- Pay all fixed costs for the semester (rent, insurance, car payments, etc.) as soon as you receive your payment.
Can I get credit to cover expenses above the standard budget?
Students may not receive loans or grants that exceed the cost of attendance (COA), which is determined based on an individual student's expected expenses. The COA cannot be increased by consumer debt, car payments, or a higher standard of living than a typical college student. If you don't check out the full COA and find you need more money, you can request the full COA at any time during the grant year. If you choose to withdraw the entire COA and later discover that you do not need the full amount, you may return the funds to your student account within 120 days of the withdrawal date.
How can I qualify for credit forgiveness?
The PSLF program repays your direct loans after you make 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. Qualifying employment requires you to work full-time in a nonprofit, government, military, or public organization for 10 years. While working in an eligible government position, you must make 120 on-time payments under an eligible payment plan.
For more information, seeAssociation of American Medical CollegesmiInstitute for College Access and Success.