Federal law requires all colleges and universities to calculate an estimated average Cost of Attendance (COA/budget) for an academic year (Fall/Spring).
The COA is not the actual price you will pay, but rather an estimate of what it might cost you to attend your classes, live, and have basic necessities while attending. Total financial aid offered may not exceed the estimated Cost of Attendance.
- The tuition and fee amounts are based on fifteen (15) hours per semester for Undergraduate students and eight (8) hours for Graduate students. However, twelve (12) hours is considered full-time for most undergraduate financial aid programs.
- Students who are less than full-time will have reductions in the cost of attendance based on enrollment status. For specific tuition and fee expenses per hour, please use the Tuition & Fee Calculator
- Books, course materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, off-campus living, and personal expenses are based on an estimate the Office of Student Financial Assistance prepares annually. If a student's actual expense is more than what is budgeted, a student can request a review.
- Specific programs may have different COAs, please reach out to Financial Assistance for more information.
Estimated Net Cost Worksheets (2023-2024)
Use these worksheets along with your financial aid offer to estimate out of pocket cost. The worksheets are a downloadable Excel file, and the cost is based on full-time enrollment.
Estimated Cost of Attendance (COA) Fall 2023, Spring 2024
Undergraduates (On-Campus)
Based on full-time attendance (15 credits per semester)
| Undergraduate, on-campus program, based on full-time enrollment | IN-STATE LIVING WITH PARENT | IN-STATE, ON CAMPUS | IN-STATE, OFF CAMPUS | OUT-OF-STATE, ON CAMPUS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct, Billable Expenses | ||||
| Tuitioni | $9,645 | $9,645 | $9,645 | $19,410 |
| Feesii | $2,617 | $2,617 | $2,617 | $2,617 |
| Housingiii | - | $7,762 | - | $7,762 |
| Foodiii | - | $4,326 | - | $4,326 |
| Indirect, Non-Billable Expenses students are expected to incur | ||||
| Housing | $1,800 | - | $6,000 | - |
| Food | $4,326 | - | $4,326 | - |
| Personal/Misc | $1,890 | $1,890 | $1,890 | $1,890 |
| Transportation | $1,600 | $950 | $1,600 | $950 |
| Loan Fees* | $86 | $86 | $86 | $86 |
| Books, Course materials, Supplies & Equipment | $1,260 | $1,260 | $1,260 | $1,260 |
| Total | $23,224 | $28,536 | $27,424 | $38,301 |
The cost of obtaining a license, certification, or a first professional credential will be added in the term which the expense is incurred for a student in a program that prepares them to enter a profession that requires such a qualification. Please contact the office if you believe that you will be in this situation.
Undergraduates (Online)
| Undergraduate, 100% online program, based on full-time enrollment | LIVING WITH PARENT | LIVING ON CAMPUS | LIVING OFF CAMPUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct, Billable Expenses | |||
| E-Tuition (no separate rate for non-IL residents) | $11,025 | $11,025 | $11,025 |
| Fees | $1,085 | $1,085 | $1,085 |
| Online Fees | $1,350 | $1,350 | $1,350 |
| Housing | - | $7,762 | - |
| Food | - | $4,326 | - |
| Indirect, Non-Billable Expenses students are expected to incur | |||
| Housing | $1,800 | - | $6,000 |
| Food | $4,326 | - | $4,326 |
| Personal/Misc | $1,890 | $1,890 | $1,890 |
| Loan Fees* | $86 | $86 | $86 |
| Books, Course materials, Supplies & Equipment | $1,260 | $1,260 | $1,260 |
| Total | $22,822 | $28,784 | $27,022 |
Based on full-time attendance
The cost of obtaining a license, certification, or a first professional credential will be added in the term which the expense is incurred for a student in a program that prepares them to enter a profession that requires such a qualification. Please contact the office if you believe that you will be in this situation.
[i] Tuition rates are guaranteed for 4 years; therefore, students who began at UIS prior to Summer 2022 will have different tuition rates.
[ii] Fees do not include Student Health Insurance of $1,124/semester, and a Student Assistance Fee of $4/semester. Both are waivable. Students in the Capital Area Scholars (CAP) Honors program will have an additional fee of $700/year.
[iii] Housing and Food for on-campus is based on a standard double room and the highest meal plan. On-campus Housing & Food information (including Meal Plan) is available at Housing. Off campus figures are estimates only.
*Only included for students who accept and borrow federal student loans
Graduates (On-Campus)
Based on full-time attendance
| Graduate, on-campus program, based on full-time enrollment (8 credits/semester) | Full-time Grads Living on-campus | Full-time Grads Living off-campus |
|---|---|---|
| Direct, Billable Expenses | ||
| Tuition iii | $5,316 | $5,316 |
| Mandatory Feesi | $2,213.84 | $2,213.84 |
| Housing, based on apartment-style living | $7,426 | - |
| Foodii | $4,326 | - |
| Indirect, Non-Billable Expenses students are expected to incur | ||
| Housing | - | $6000 |
| Food | - | $4,326 |
| Books, Course materials, Supplies & Equipment | $1,260 | $1,260 |
| Loan Fees* | $131 | $131 |
| Personal/Misc | $1,890 | $1,890 |
| Transportation | $950 | $1,600 |
| Total IL Resident | $23,513 | $22,737 |
| Nonresident | $29,105 | $28,329 |
The cost of obtaining a license, certification, or a first professional credential will be added in the term which the expense is incurred for a student in a program that prepares them to enter a profession that requires such a qualification. Please contact the office if you believe that you will be in this situation.
Graduates (Online)
Based on full-time attendance
| Graduate, 100% online program, based on full-time enrollment (16 credits/semester) | Full-time Grads Living on-campus | Full-time Grads Living off-campus |
|---|---|---|
| Direct, Billable Expenses | ||
| Tuitioniii | $5,852 | $5,852 |
| Mandatory Fees | $742 | $742 |
| Online Fees | $720 | $720 |
| Housing, based on apartment-style living | $7,426 | - |
| Food | $4,326 | - |
| Indirect, Non-Billable Expenses students are expected to incur | ||
| Housing | - | $6000 |
| Food | - | $4,326 |
| Books, Course materials, Supplies & Equipment | $1,260 | $1,260 |
| Loan Fees* | $131 | $131 |
| Personal/Misc | $1,890 | $1,890 |
| Total | $22,347 | $20,921 |
The cost of obtaining a license, certification, or a first professional credential will be added in the term which the expense is incurred for a student in a program that prepares them to enter a profession that requires such a qualification. Please contact the office if you believe that you will be in this situation.
[i] Fees do not include Student Health Insurance of $1,124/semester and a Student Assistance Fee of $4/semester. Both are waivable.
[ii] Housing and Food for on-campus is based on the highest meal plan. On-campus Housing & Food information (including Meal Plan) is available at Housing. Off campus figures are estimates only.
[iii] Certain graduate programs charge tuition differential.
*Only included for students who accept and borrow federal student loans
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