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Take graduate-level courses at FHSU without pursuing a degree. Review admission requirements, application steps, tuition, course expectations, and next steps to prepare for enrollment.
Explore your admission requirements to understand how to enroll as a graduate non-degree student at FHSU.
Apply as a graduate non-degree student if you plan to take graduate-level courses without pursuing a degree.
Review enrollment expectations to help you prepare for registration:
If you later pursue a graduate degree, you may need to meet additional admission requirements and submit a new application.
The Graduate School is here to help you understand your requirements and explore eligibility for graduate non-degree enrollment.
Start your graduate non-degree student application with confidence. This guide walks you through each step so you know what to do and what to expect. Most students finish in about 10–15 minutes.
Have a few key details ready before you start to help your application move smoothly and save time.
Have Ready:
High School Information:
Colleges or Post-Secondary Schools Attended:
Step 1 of 7
Use your personal email address (not a school email). You can save and return to complete your application at any time.
Get Started:
Step 2 of 7
Select your academic level, application type, and program to confirm your pathway and start term. This helps ensure you see the correct application and requirements.
Make Your Selections:
Step 3 of 7
Provide your personal information to confirm your identity and match your academic records.
Enter Your Information:
Step 4 of 7
Enter your college information to help evaluate your coursework and apply any eligible credits.
College Details:
Step 5 of 7
Review the recommendations section of the application to understand whether it applies to you.
If you choose to add a recommendation, it must come from a professional reference. Select your FERPA preference before continuing.
Step 6 of 7
Complete a short questionnaire to confirm your residency and determine eligibility for certain classifications.
Enter Your Information:
Step 8 of 8
Review your information and submit your graduate non-degree student application.
Application Fee:
After payment, submit your application to complete the process.
Review Your Application Status:
You may be asked to email additional documents to the Graduate School to support your application review.
The Graduate School can help you navigate the application process and answer questions along the way.
Cost is an important part of your decision. Review tuition and fees for non-degree students to plan your coursework at FHSU, whether you study on campus or online.
Note: Financial aid and scholarships are not available for non-degree enrollment.
Tuition and fees vary based on your residency and whether you study on campus or online.
This map shows where reduced tuition rates apply for FHSU students attending classes on campus.
M.S. in Counseling (School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling) and Online MBA students pay a program-specific tuition rate. Review the tuition sections below for rates.
On‑campus courses are billed per credit, with tuition rates that vary by location.
Explore per-credit tuition rates for on-campus courses to plan your coursework at FHSU.
| Cost Category | Resident/Reginal | MSEP | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Credit Hour | 362.73 | 430.54 | 778.81 |
| 3 Credit (Approx.) | $1,088.19 | $1,291.62 | $2,336.43 |
Note: Tuition and fees are set annually by the Kansas Board of Regents and may change. MSEP tuition rates apply only to eligible students enrolled in on-campus programs.
Continue receiving your MSEP (Midwest Student Exchange Program) tuition rate by completing the required MSEP form through the Graduate School and meeting the following requirements:
Graduate coursework may expire after 8 years.
Learn from anywhere with FHSU Online and pay one consistent per-credit tuition rate.
$362.73 per credit hour
* Tuition and fees are set annually by the Kansas Board of Regents and may change.
Review program-specific tuition rates and estimated costs for graduate courses with unique tuition structures.
Explore tuition and estimated costs for the M.S. in Counseling (School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling) courses.
Estimated Total Program Cost:
This estimate is based on 60 credit hours at the M.S. in Counseling tuition rate.
M.S. in Counseling Coursework:
$374.70 per credit hour
*Tuition and fees are set annually and may change.
See program-specific tuition rates and estimated costs for the Online MBA courses.
Estimated Total Program Cost:
This estimate is based on 24 credit hours of MBA core coursework and 9 credit hours of concentration coursework.
Online MBA Coursework:
$401.17 per credit hour
*Tuition and fees are set annually and may change.
The Graduate School can help you explore tuition and funding resources to help you plan for college costs.
Find quick answers about admission requirements, enrollment, tuition, and taking graduate-level courses as a non-degree student at FHSU.
Graduate non-degree enrollment is commonly used to:
Yes, a completed bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required to enroll in graduate-level coursework.
No, some courses may be restricted or unavailable to non-degree students, and availability varies by program and subject area.
Use Course Search to explore available courses in your area of interest.
Some graduate courses require prerequisites or department approval before enrollment. Review course requirements before registering.
Graduate non-degree coursework may be considered for a future degree program. Eligibility for degree credit is determined after admission to the program.
Explore graduate programs to learn how coursework may apply to your intended area of study.
Course load varies based on your goals and course requirements. Many graduate non-degree students take one or two courses at a time.
You can continue taking courses as a graduate non-degree student as long as you meet enrollment requirements and course expectations.
Contact the Graduate School if you have questions about your enrollment status.
Tuition varies based on your residency status and whether you take courses on campus or online.
Review the Tuition and Fees tab to understand current rates and plan your coursework costs.
After admission, you can register for courses through your FHSU student account.
Watch for a confirmation email with next steps and enrollment information after your application is processed.
Yes, graduate non-degree coursework may support professional development, licensure, certification, or prerequisite coursework.
Review program requirements to understand any certification or licensure expectations related to your goals.
The Graduate School is here to help you navigate the application process, understand your next steps, and connect with one-on-one support.