Expected Costs

(Last updated for the 2024-2025 school year)

Please note: all fees are listed in USD, are subject to change without notice and there is a $20.00 service charge on all returned checks. 

English as a Second Language Program Fees:

  • Application Fee: $75.00
  • Airport Pick-Up Fee (the nearest international airport is 2 hours from campus; it is necessary for you to request airport pick-up if you need our staff to pick you up; you will be billed this amount after your arrival; please note that taxi service would cost much more and may not be reliable; the airport pick-up charge is non-refundable unless you cancel at least 48 hours prior to your original arrival time): 
  • Tuition (one 8-week term): $1,550.00
  • Administrative Fee (one 8-week term): $150.00
  • Technology Fee (one 8-week term): $15.00
  • Institutional TOEFL Placement Test (one-time fee upon enrollment; students are required to take a placement test regardless of any past TOEFL scores - any additional tests including an exit test are charged when taken): $30.00
  • Books (approximate cost per 8-week term): $350.00

University Fees:

  • Campus Wellness Center Fee (per semester): $36.00
  • Student Identification Card (one-time fee): $20.00
  • Health Insurance Insurance (health insurance is mandatory for international students; you can purchase health insurance in your country and bring proof of coverage, or you can purchase it after you arrive (approximate cost per one 8-week term varies depending on plan and age): $78.00 - $206

Housing and Meal Plans: 

Housing/Food Services (campus housing and meal plan are required for students who are under 21; this requirement can be waived for students who have junior status or are living off-campus with spouse).

Campus housing and meals will be billed on a weekly pro-rated basis for students who stay less than the full university semester.

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