Tuition Calculator

How to Use the Advanced Tuition Calculator

The Advanced Tuition Calculator is designed to help you estimate the cost of tuition, housing, and meals for your academic program. By following the steps below, you can accurately determine your financial needs for your studies.

Step 1: Enter Program Details

1. Choose Program Type: Use the Program Type dropdown menu to select your educational level. Options include Undergraduate, Graduate, and Doctoral.

2. Select Residency Status: Choose your residency status from the Residency Status dropdown. Options available are In-State, Out-of-State, and International.

Step 2: Specify Course Load

1. Input Credit Hours: Enter the number of credit hours you plan to take each semester in the Credit Hours per Semester field. You must enter a value between 1 and 21.

2. Enter Number of Semesters: Provide the number of semesters you expect to enroll in each year using the Number of Semesters per Year field. Valid choices are between 1 and 3.

Step 3: Choose Housing and Meal Plan Options

1. Select Housing Type: Indicate your preferred housing arrangement from the Housing Type dropdown menu. Choose from No Housing, Standard Dorm, or Premium Apartment.

2. Select Meal Plan: Choose your meal plan from the Meal Plan dropdown. Options include No Meal Plan, Basic Plan, and Premium Plan.

Step 4: Calculate and Review Costs

1. Review Base Tuition per Semester: Based on your inputs, the calculator will determine the Base Tuition per Semester.

2. Review Housing and Meal Plan Costs: Review the calculated costs for Housing and Meal Plan per semester.

3. Check Total Cost per Semester: The calculator will sum up all costs to show the Total Cost per Semester.

4. Calculate Total Cost per Year: Lastly, the Total Cost per Year will be calculated based on the total cost per semester and the number of semesters you entered.

By following these steps, you can make informed decisions regarding your educational budget and plan effectively for your studies.