MASTER OF ARTS TUITION

At Viridis we want every student to be able to obtain the highest quality education in Ecological Psychology and Environmental Humanities without the stress of debt and high interest rates. Viridis offers convenient payment options with zero interest. You graduate with a degree and zero debt.

Tuition and Fee rates are set annually and based on the scheduled start date and continuous enrollment. Program tuition and fee rates will remain the same for the duration of the program with continuous enrollment.

A separation in enrollment may result in a change in tuition and fee rates.

Tuition and fees cover access to all elements required in an educational offering.

The student is obligated to pay the Application Fee of $100 with their submission of the initial ONLINE APPLICATION.

Total Tuition Fee (Refundable): $12,420

Technology Fee: $500.00 ($250 per year) Paid separately from tuition fee (Non-refundable after signing the Enrollment Agreement).

Masters Capstone Project Fee: $1500 Paid separately from tuition fee (Non-refundable after 72 hours from program start date)

TOTAL PROGRAM TUITION & FEES: $14,420

TUITION PAYMENT SCHEDULE

The student agrees to make twenty (20) monthly payments of $621.00 dollars on the 1st of each month.
Payments begin September 1.

FEE PAYMENT SCHEDULE
Technology Fee: Year 1 – The student agrees to make one payment of $250 due September 1.

Technology Fee: Year 2 – The student agrees to make one payment of $250 due September 1.

Masters Capstone Fee: Year 2 – The student agrees to make two (2) payments of $750.00 due January 1 and April 1 of Year 2.

Important Note: Please ADMISSIONS page for details and required documents for submission to the Master of Arts program.

Textbook Costs

The cost of textbooks is not included in the quoted tuition. You may purchase them from a vendor of your choice. Textbook costs are based on new book prices.

Estimated books: $600.00 (based on new texts, used and electronic sources are acceptable).

Viridis Graduate Institute does not participate in state or federal financial aid-funded programs.
Graduates of Viridis depart with zero debt due to our payment plan option. Though the primary
responsibility for education financing rests with the student, we encourage applicants to explore any
of the following avenues of financial assistance.

• No Interest Fee $0: Viridis Graduate Institute does not charge interest on the balance owed on student payment plans.
• Employer assistance for student education.

Tax Deductible Educational Expense

While a personal accountant or Certified Public Accountant can best advise students regarding tax deductions, it is important to remember that the United States Code of Federal Regulations, Title 26, Section 1.162-5, Expenses for Education allows for personal income tax deduction of educational expenses including tuition, cost of travel, meals, and lodging, etc., so long as they: 1) Maintain or improve skills required by the individual in his employment or other trade or business, or 2) Meet the express requirements of the individual’s employer, or the requirements of applicable law or regulations, imposed as a condition to the retention by the individual of an established employment relationship, status, or rate of compensation.

Please contact Viridis Graduate Institute with any questions you may have: [email protected]

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Tara *****

Just finishing an MA at Viridis and my experience with the instruction, philosophy and training has been excellent. Highly recommended for professional or personal development.

Andra *****

My experience with Viridis Graduate Institute has been the most fulfilling educational experience of my life thus far! I was seeking a program that would support my understanding of humans as ecological creatures, and the school’s approach delivers on that and beyond. VGI successfully combines the convenience of online education with a level of regard for each student and faculty that engenders a deep sense of community