MSBA tuition and funding
Learn more about the cost of attendance — and financial aid options — for this specialized master’s degree program.
MSBA tuition for the 2026–2027 MSBA cohort is $89,864, billed in equal installments at the start of each semester. Additionally, an application fee of $105 is due when you submit your application.
MSBA tuition for 2026-2027
| Summer 1 | Fall 1 | Spring 1 | Summer 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online+ | $22,466 | $22,466 | $22,466 | $22,466 |
| NYC | – | $44,932 | $44,932 | – |
Tuition for the 2027-2028 cohort will be announced in late March 2027, and may increase marginally from the 2026-2027 tuition.
Estimated total cost of attendance
The total cost of attendance includes tuition, living expenses, course materials and additional fees across each term of study. View an in-depth breakdown.
MSBA Online+
| Area of cost | Summer Term | Fall/Spring Term | Summer Term | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $22,466 | $44,932 | $22,466 | $89,864 |
| Student Activity Fee | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Housing | $7,410 | $19,962 | $6,457 | $33,829 |
| Meals | $2,490 | $5,768 | $1,859 | $10,117 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,233 | $2,464 | $1,232 | $4,929 |
| Transportation | $1,772 | $3,754 | $1,877 | $7,403 |
| Miscellaneous | $1,875 | $4,196 | $1,353 | $7,424 |
| Total | $37,246 | $81,076 | $35,244 | $153,566 |
MSBA NYC
| Area of cost | Fall/Spring term |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $89,864 |
| Student activity fee/health fee | $466 |
| Housing | $25,856 |
| Meals | $6,404 |
| Books and supplies | $2,464 |
| Transportation | $1,364 |
| Miscellaneous | $4,658 |
| Total | $131,076 |
Non-tuition-related MSBA costs
Online+:
In addition to tuition costs, accommodations for your two on-campus sessions are at your expense. All students are expected to attend the residential sessions in person. The first summer residency week is in Ithaca. You will stay in housing on Cornell University’s Ithaca campus. The second summer residency week is in New York City and you must make your own lodging arrangements.
NYC:
In addition to tuition costs, students will be responsible for living expenses in New York City. This includes, but is not limited to, housing, food, transportation, course materials and health insurance.
Paying for the MSBA
Types of financial aid for the M.S. in Business Analytics vary by individual, but may include:
- Employer sponsorship
- Federal student loans
- Private student loans
- Veteran’s benefits (such as the Yellow Ribbon Program)
- Merit scholarships, all applicants are automatically considered
Find in-depth details about types of financial aid, application deadlines and more at the Cornell University Financial Aid Office.
Scholarships
Cornell offers limited merit-based scholarships for the MSBA program. There is no separate application requirement to be considered for a scholarship. All applicants, whether domestic or international, are automatically considered for a scholarship. However, due to the limited amount of funds available, applicants interested in a scholarship are encouraged to apply in early rounds.
Considerations for employee sponsorship
Many organizations offer tuition benefits to eligible employees. We encourage you to have an open conversation with your supervisor about the benefits of employee sponsorship for our MSBA program. Our employer sponsors page offers some helpful information and talking points.
Accepting your MSBA offer
If you receive an offer of admission and want to accept it, you must officially do so through the online application system by the date indicated in your admission letter. When you accept your offer, you must also pay a nonrefundable admission deposit of $1,500, which secures your place in the incoming class. For more information, please visit the Office of the Bursar’s website.
How to apply for aid
If you are ready to start the financial aid application process, the Cornell University financial aid website provides in-depth details about next steps. Additionally, you can begin the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) using our school code: 002711.