MILR Tuition & Fees

We will update these values to reflect future academic year costs when available. You may also review the "Tier 2" tuition rates outlined by the Office of the Bursar.

Two-Year MILR (standard program)

  • Tuition: $22,384 per semester x 4 semesters
  • Student health plan: $4,292 per year x 2 years
  • Total estimated cost: $98,120

In some cases, students may be eligible to complete the MILR in 1.5 years instead of 2 with intentional course selection. A breakdown of anticipated costs relative to completing the degree in three semesters instead of four is outline below.

  • Tuition: $22,384 per semester x 3 semesters
  • Student health plan: $4,292 per year x 1.5 years*
  • Total estimated cost: $73,590

*note: approval to cancel the student health plan early may be required and is not guaranteed.

One-Year MILR (select candidates only)

Eligible candidates: JD, MBA, or BSILR graduates with prior approval from the ILR School.

  • Tuition: $22,384 per semester x 2 semesters
  • Student health plan: $4,292 per year x 1 year
  • Total estimated cost: $49,060

These values are estimates for the current academic year and exclude personal expenses such as housing, transportation, and food, which vary by individual.

Paying for MILR

The Master of Industrial and Labor Relations (MILR) degree is self-funded.

Scholarships and Fellowships

Each year, ILR awards scholarships and fellowships to select candidates who demonstrate extraordinary potential to excel academically and thrive in a professional environment. These awards are granted at the time of admission and are both highly selective and extremely limited. No additional application required.

Assistantships

In rare cases, students in the MILR program may be eligible to apply for assistantships starting in their second semester. These positions, which support the ILR School’s academic programs, are extremely limited and highly competitive. For this reason, we strongly advise against relying on the possibility of securing an assistantship when planning your graduate school financing.

Financial Aid

If you have questions about financial aid, contact the Cornell University Office of Financial Aid.

Additional Financial Resources

To support your financial planning, explore these resources: