Graphic that shows Donnelly College is the most affordable private college in kansas or missouri, and that most of our students get financial aid and scholarships. Admissions at Donnelly can help you become a student at Donnelly College in Kansas City Kansas and pursue a higher education that is affordable, diverse, local and Catholic. Donnelly has associate degrees, transfer programs, bachelor's degrees in business leadership and information technology and nursing programs.

Tuition & Fees

Your education is an investment in your future. Donnelly is proud to be a high-quality, affordable college in the heart of Kansas City and was named in the top 100 most affordable private, nonprofit, 4-year colleges and universities in the country (U.S. Department of Education).

Each student’s situation is different, and you might still be wondering, “How do I pay for college?”  It is vital for you to visit our Financial Aid office in person. We will walk you through the process of getting financial aid so you can make your dreams of attending college a reality. Don’t stress; we’re here to help you. You can also use our Net Price Calculator to give you an idea of what the cost of a Donnelly education will be.

The institution makes readily available to students and to the general public clear and complete information including: all student costs, including tuition, fees, training, and incidentals; its financial aid policies, practices, and requirements; and its policy on refunds.

2024-2025 Tuition and Fees


 

 2023-2024 Tuition and Fees

Associate & Bachelor's Degrees

2023-24

Estimated Annual Tuition & Fees for Full-Time

Enrollment (12 hrs/semester)

$9,990 + books

Tuition $395 per credit hour
Student Activity Fee $15 per credit hour
Assessment Fee - New Student

$30 first semester

Assessment Fee - Continuting Student $60 per semester
IT Fee (for all IT/IS classes) $15 per credit hour
Lab Fee (for all science, fine arts & theatre classes) $15 per credit hour
Online Class Fee $30 per credit hour
Books (cost varies by course) $300-$500 per semester estimate

   

Practical nursing

2023-24

Tuition $400 per credit hour
Student Activity Fee $15 per credit hour
Assessment Fee - New Student

$30 first semester

Assessment Fee - Continuting Student $60 per semester
Lab Supplies $85 first semester only
EHR GO $110 one-time fee
Safe Medicate $55 one-time fee
Simclex Fee $220 one-time fee
Program Completion & Testing Fee - Kansas $350 final semester only
Program Completion & Testing Fee - Missouri $225 final semester only

Books (cost varies by course)

$300-$500 per semester estimate

   

Registered nursing (PN to RN bridge)

2023-24

Tuition $410 per credit hour
Student Activity Fee $15 per credit hour
Assessment Fee - New Student

$30 first semester

Assessment Fee - Continuting Student $60 per semester
EHR GO $110 one-time fee
Safe Medicate $55 one-time fee
Simclex Fee $220 one-time fee
Program Completion & Testing Fee - Kansas $350 final semester only
Program Completion & Testing Fee - Missouri $225 final semester only
Books (cost varies by course) $300-$500 per semester estimate

   

Allied Health Programs

2023-24

Certified Nurse Aide (90-hour program) $850
Directed C.N.A. (45-hour course) $425
C.N.A. Refresher (10-hour course) $150
Certified Medication Aide (75-hour couse) $575

   

College Credit now (high school dual credit)

2023-24

Estimated Tuition per 3-credit-hour class
$225
Tuition $75 per credit hour

   

lansing correctional program

2023-24

Tuition

$370 per credit hour

Lansing Book & Tech Fee $200 per semester

   

miscellaneous

2023-24

Graduation Fee $105 final semester only
Transcript Fee (Official) $10
Duplicate Diploma $25
Credit by Exam Fee $132 per credit hour
Course Audit Tuition (earns no college credit) $132 per credit hour

   


Need more information? Contact: 

Donnelly Financial Aid
financialaid@donnelly.edu
(913) 621-8739