What Is the Cost?

Higher education comes with a cost, but it is one of the most worthwhile investments you can make in life, and APU offers many options to help make college more affordable. As you review APU’s tuition and fees, keep in mind that most students do not pay the full price each year. In fact, 100% of new students who began in spring 2020 received some form of financial aid, such as scholarships, grants, and loans.

2023-24 Tuition Overview

First-Year Freshman Estimated Cost

Note: For a better understanding of true cost once financial aid is factored in, view our financial aid page.

The following estimate is for two semesters for a freshman living on campus, before factoring in financial aid. Visit the 2023-24 Tuition and Fees page for a complete breakdown.

First-Year Freshman Estimated Cost
Tuition (12-18 units) $42,900
University Service Fee $700
Housing $5,774
Dining Plan 1 $3,950
Total 2 $53,324

Transfer Student Estimated Cost

Note: For a better understanding of true cost once financial aid is factored in, view our financial aid page.

The following estimate is for two semesters for a transfer student living on campus, before factoring in financial aid. Visit the 2023-24 Tuition and Fees page for a complete breakdown.

Transfer Student Estimated Cost
Tuition (12-18 units) $42,900
University Service Fee $700
Housing 3 $6,482
Dining Plan 4 $3,950
Total 5 $54,032

Commuter Student Estimated Cost

Note: For a better understanding of true cost once financial aid is factored in, view our financial aid page.

The following estimate is for two semesters for a commuter student, before factoring in financial aid. Visit the 2023-24 Tuition and Fees page for a complete breakdown.

Commuter Student Estimated Cost
Tuition (12-18 units) $42,900
University Service Fee $700
Dining Plan 6 $1,660
Total 7 $45,260

Footnotes

  1. This amount is based on Cougar Plan C, the minimum dining plan required for living in APU residence halls. View additional options.
  2. Additional fees not listed here may include a Health Insurance Premium for students who do not have health insurance, as well as a $300 parking fee per semester for freshmen wishing to park a car on campus.
  3. This is based on a University Village 2-bedroom/1-bath living area and may vary depending on your housing arrangements. View additional housing options.
  4. This amount is based on Cougar Plan C, the minimum dining plan required for living in APU residence halls. View additional options.
  5. Additional fees not listed here may include a Health Insurance Premium for students who do not have health insurance, as well as a $125 parking fee per semester for transfers who live on campus and need to park a car.
  6. This amount is based on Cougar Plan E: Flex Only (Mix), but no dining plan is required for commuter students. View additional options.
  7. Additional fees not listed here may include a Health Insurance Premium for students who do not have health insurance, as well as a $125 parking fee per semester for commuters who need to park a car on campus.

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