The following suggested budget indicates F-1 and J-1 Visa applicants’ expenses and cost for eight months (two terms of attendance as a full-time student). It’s important to note that these amounts will vary based on your economic situation and resources.
| Category | Undergraduate (24 Units) |
Second Bachelor (24 Units) |
Graduate |
MBA/MSA/MS IST |
Doctorate (12 Units) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees* - (includes non-resident tuition fee of $420/unit) | $18,173 | $19,697 |
$14,657 |
$18,077 | $19,595 |
| Additional Expenses | $26,164 | $26,164 | $26,164 | $26,164 | $26,164 |
| Total Tuition & Additional Expenses | $44,337 | $45,861 | $40,821 | $44,241 | $45,759 |
Note: M.B.A., M.S.A., and MSIST programs require an additional $285/unit for ALL courses (additional fees are included in overall tuition breakdown above)
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Living Expenses | $16,698 |
| Book & Supplies | $886 |
| Transportation | $2,798 |
| Health Insurance* | $1,908 |
| Personal Expenses | $3,874 |
| Total | $26,164 |
*Note: Please visit Student Financial Services for full fee disclosure statement. All CSU listed fees should be regarded as estimates that are subject to change upon approval by the CSU Board of Trustees and may occur without notice. Higher health insurance rates may apply for students over the age of 24. If your spouse or children will accompany you to the United States, you must provide proof of additional funding of $1,800 for a spouse and $1,200 per child per academic year (2 semesters).