GEMS Program – Estimated Cost of Attendance
Estimated 2026 – 2027 Academic Year
| BUDGET CATEGORIES | TOTAL ALLOCATED |
|---|---|
| TUITION | $24,828 |
| FEES | $5,040 |
| TOTAL TUITION & FEES | $29,868 |
| FOOD & HOUSING | $24,475 |
| PERSONAL EXPENSES | $4,125 |
| TRANSPORTATION | $2,000 |
| HEALTH INSURANCE | $4,785 ** |
| BOOKS, SUPPLIES & EQUIPMENT | $750 |
| FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN FEES | $132 |
| TOTAL | $66,135 |
**District of Columbia law requires the university to provide access to health insurance to students. Students who have their own health insurance (or are covered by parental or spousal health insurance) can waive the university’s health insurance plan.