Diploma Program (General or Specialized Tracks)
Duration: Minimum 2 to 3 years with advanced sessions
Types: General Diploma or Specialization-Focused (e.g., IT, Engineering, Marketing, Arts, Fashion, Physiotherapy, Radiology, Medical Technology, Allied Health etc.)
Cost: General Students: $30,000 | Medical/Clinical Students: Above $45,000
Overview: Designed for students seeking practical and career-oriented training. Offers foundational knowledge and specialized skills in targeted fields. Ideal for licensing, workforce entry, or further academic progress.
Associate Degree / Junior College Program
Duration: Typically 2 years
Types: Associate of Arts (AA), Associate of Science (AS), Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
Cost Range: $3,000 – $15,000 per year (in-state); higher for out-of-state and private institutions
Total Cost: $6,000 – $30,000
Master’s Degree / Graduate Program
Duration: Typically 1 to 2 years
Types: Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science (MS), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Master of Education (MEd)
Cost Range: $20,000 – $40,000 per year (public); $30,000 – $60,000 per year (private)
Total Cost: $20,000 – $120,000
Bachelor’s Degree / 1st Degree Program
Duration: Typically 4 years
Types: Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BS), Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Cost Range: $10,000 – $30,000 per year (in-state public); $25,000 – $50,000 (out-of-state); $30,000 – $60,000 (private)
Total Cost: $40,000 – $240,000
Doctorate Degree / Terminal Program
Duration: Typically 4 to 6 years for PhD; 3 to 4 years for professional doctorates (MD, JD, PharmD)
Types: PhD, MD, JD, PharmD, EdD, DBA
Cost Range: $20,000 – $50,000 per year (public); $40,000 – $70,000 per year (private)
Total Cost: $80,000 – $300,000 (for professional doctorates)
Note: Many PhD programs offer stipends and tuition waivers, particularly in STEM fields.