Walden Tempo Fees Going Up

[TINASAM]

Dear Walden Community,

Each year, Walden University carefully reviews our educational offerings and tuition with a focus on investing in resources to help you succeed. Today, we are announcing 2026 tuition and fees, which will take effect on March 2, 2026, for Tempo Learning programs.

You can view a full breakdown of your program costs in the Walden Student Handbook. 

2026 Tuition & Fees for Tempo Learning Programs

Tuition and fees are determined using a rigorous process. Walden aims to keep education in reach while adjusting for increased costs to the University. When evaluating program needs, we are careful to invest in educational resources, innovations and partnerships that strengthen our education programs and support student success. 

• Tuition for Tempo Learning undergraduate and master’s degree programs will increase between 0% to 5% depending on the program and its assessed needs.
  
• Program fees will increase 3%.
  

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Our Commitment to Helping You Create Change  

We understand the financial investment that you and your family have made toward your education. Walden endeavors to provide quality programs that exceed your expectations and make a meaningful impact on your community.  

With that in mind, we are committed to connecting you with resources and guidance to help you finance your education. If you have questions about financing your education, please reach out to Walden Financial Services support by phone at 1-855-639-5499 or email at tempofinancialaid@mail.waldenu.edu 

We look forward to continuing to support your journey toward impacting social change in your professions and communities. 

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Sue Subocz, PhD 
Associate President and Provost 
Walden University 

[bjcheung77]

Oh well, they're following the footsteps of many institutions that have decided to increase the tuition. 5% it seems this time around...

[TINASAM]

MS in Psychology
Tuition rates effective on or after March 2, 2026
$4,000 per 3-Month Subscription Period (For students starting program on or after March 2, 2026.)

$3,250 per 3-Month Subscription Period (For students starting program before March 2, 2026.)

Tuition rates effective before March 2, 2026
$3,100 per 3-Month Subscription Period

[xspect]

Im sure this is a cash grab before the student loan limits are reduced into effect next summer

[wow]

MS in Psychology
Tuition rates effective on or after March 2, 2026
$4,000 per 3-Month Subscription Period (For students starting program on or after March 2, 2026.)

$3,250 per 3-Month Subscription Period (For students starting program before March 2, 2026.)

That's a lot more than the 5% they mentioned in the email.

[TINASAM]

Yea when I clicked to see what the tuition was going to I was thinking, the math ain't mathing. But that is what is listed and that is the email received. Whatever, lol, I did my master in 50 days so I'm outta there.

[wow]

Yea when I clicked to see what the tuition was going to I was thinking, the math ain't mathing. But that is what is listed and that is the email received. Whatever, lol, I did my master in 50 days so I'm outta there.

Is it OK if I private message you about your experience? Unless you want to post about it publicly -- I would read that, too.

[bjcheung77]

Wow, you did that in one session! Congrats on getting the MS Psych in 50 days, that was awesome! You have great time management and persistence working towards that goal. Great stuff!

Those looking at Walden, they'll be bumping that MS in Early Childhood Studies to $3,000 from $2,450/3 month subscription. It is a lot more than the 5% they mentioned, I guess the 5% was for the non tempo learning option...

[GoBroncos95]

Oh well, they're following the footsteps of many institutions that have decided to increase the tuition.  5% it seems this time around...

Seems like a lot of B&M are also increasing tuition. Both my state school. community college and flagship schools are increasing tuition as our BoE just had a meeting for all NSHEs schools to raise tuition due to increase of enrollment. Kind of a bummer lol

[Jonathan Whatley]

Those looking at Walden, they'll be bumping that MS in Early Childhood Studies to $3,000 from $2,450/3 month subscription.  It is a lot more than the 5% they mentioned, I guess the 5% was for the non tempo learning option...

But check the Walden NAEYC partnership page for current discounts for NAEYC members. NAEYC membership is $72 per year, and a $72 member can attach additional memberships for $22 each.