Admissions and Tuition
The Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS) program can propel you toward achieving an impactful career in international affairs. Understand how and when to apply and how to best fund your education.
At a glance
Application deadlines
Fall 2026 term
- Fee waiver deadline: December 1, 2025
- Priority deadline: January 15, 2026 – scholarship consideration
- Final deadline: April 1, 2026
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Typical costs
Cost per credit*
$2,652
Total credits
48
*Tuition rates for each term are published annually, typically in February.
How to apply
To apply to the MSFS program, you must submit the application and all required materials. Our application information will help you through the process.
Tuition
Master of Foreign Service students pay tuition at the established annual rate per credit hour of the Georgetown Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. MSFS is a 48-credit, full-time degree program.
Tuition fees exclude individual health care or health insurance premiums, books and supplies, student fees, visas and any travel expenses. The Office of Revenue and Receivables provides additional information regarding tuition breakdown and student fees through the university.
Health insurance is mandatory for all full-time students, though students may be eligible to waive the health insurance fee if they already have health coverage. For more information on waiving the health insurance fee, please contact the Student Health Insurance Office.
Dual degree tuition rates
- J.D./MSFS: Tuition for your year taking courses exclusively at the School of Foreign Service will be charged at the current MSFS tuition rate. Tuition for the remaining years will be charged at the Law School rate.
- MBA/MSFS: Tuition for your program is charged at the current MBA tuition rate.
- MPP/MSFS: Tuition for your program is charged at the current MSFS tuition rate.
- MAGIC/MSFS: Tuition for your program is charged at the current MSFS tuition rate.
- BSBA/MSFS and BSFS/MSFS: Tuition for the fourth year of your undergraduate program/first year of your graduate program is charged at the current undergraduate tuition rate. Tuition for your remaining years are charged at the current graduate tuition rate.
Financial aid, scholarships and stipends
You can find various opportunities to fund your graduate education, including financial aid, scholarships, fellowships and stipends.
Funding opportunities
- MSFS merit-based scholarships
- U.S. federal need-based financial aid
- Assistance for veterans
- Assistance for international students
- Public service loan forgiveness
- Part-time employment
- External resources outside of Georgetown
Building diversity in MSFS
Along with the School of Foreign Service, MSFS is committed to diversity in our classrooms and curriculums. We welcome students from any background to apply to join our community, and all programs and activities are open to all students, regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, sex or any other characteristic protected under university policy. On average, 25-35% of our U.S. students are from an underrepresented population, and 30-40% are non-U.S. citizens. The exchange of viewpoints based on differing backgrounds and experiences is vital to effective training for you in the field of international affairs.
Our program is a participating member of various programs that assist minority students who wish to pursue careers in public and international affairs, including:
- The Association of Professional Schools in International Affairs (APSIA)
- The Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Program
- The Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship
- The Public Policy and International Affairs Fellowship Program (PPIA)
Review information from the Office of Student Financial Aid for a comprehensive listing of fellowship and external scholarship opportunities.
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