Is Grad School Affordable for Working Adults?

For many working adults in Pennsylvania, the biggest concern about grad school is cost.

It makes sense. Tuition and fees are an additional expense, and just balancing family and your career can feel overwhelming.

At Lebanon Valley College (LVC), we meet you where you are. Our per-credit tuition is comparable to other major nationwide programs.

However, at LVC, we give you more: a clear path to improved career mobility and leadership growth, financial scholarships designed for working adults, and flexible programs that fit into your life. And even if your work can be completed wherever you are, we’re anchored in the community and your industry to take you further and provide in-person support.

Affordability isn’t only about a price tag. It’s about knowing exactly what you’ll pay, finding the aid that makes sense for your situation, having online flexibility and a local campus with access to your instructors, and seeing the return on your investment.

An Accessible Graduate Education

Here’s how we help you take that next step with confidence.

Transparent & Competitive Tuition Rates

You deserve clarity from the start. Our tuition rates are transparent, we put every number on the table upfront. No fine print. No surprises. Just honest, straightforward costs so you can plan without second-guessing.

See tuition details.

Financial Aid Tailored for Grad Students

As a graduate student, you may still qualify for FAFSA. That opens doors to need-based and merit-based aid. LVC adds another layer of support with scholarships created specifically for graduate learners. Our financial aid team walks you through the process, so you understand every option and choose what fits your needs.

Explore graduate scholarships.

Flexible Formats That Improve the Value

Time is money, especially when you’re balancing work and family.

That’s why many of our programs run in flexible online and hybrid formats. You study where you live and work, which helps cut down on commuting, childcare, and housing costs. Flexibility saves dollars and makes your degree more accessible without disrupting your life.

The Most Important Thing: Real ROI from a Master’s Degree

A good graduate school isn’t cheap, but it pays off. Across the country, master’s degree holders earn about 20% more each week than professionals with only a bachelor’s degree. That boost translates into greater financial security, faster promotions, and more leadership opportunities.

At LVC, we see our graduates leverage their education into new roles and career growth every year. Your tuition becomes an investment that continues to deliver long after graduation.

Pennsylvania Partnerships

LVC partners with schools, nonprofits, and businesses across Annville, Lebanon County, and central Pennsylvania. See our full list of partners to explore eligibility. These connections give local professionals a tuition discount.

If you’re a teacher or business leader in the region, these partnerships make your graduate degree even more affordable. Programs like the MBA and Master of Education especially benefit from these local connections, giving you a cost advantage and a career edge.

Learn about partnership discounts.

Invest in Your Future with Confidence

Graduate school doesn’t need to drain your finances or feel out of reach. With transparent tuition, tailored aid, flexible delivery, and a proven return on investment, LVC turns an intimidating cost into a smart, manageable investment. Schedule a visit and experience how we support graduate students.

Your education should empower your future, not hold it back.

Explore our graduate programs or apply today, and take the next step toward your goals. It’s worth it.

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