What Does It 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.
2021-22 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 2021-22 Tuition and Fees page for a complete breakdown.
| Tuition (12-18 units) | $40,830 |
|---|---|
| University Service Fee | $680 |
| Housing | $5,316 |
| Dining Plan 1 | $4,264 |
| Total 2 | $51,090 |
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 2021-22 Tuition and Fees page for a complete breakdown.
| Tuition (12-18 units) | $40,830 |
|---|---|
| University Service Fee | $680 |
| Housing 3 | $5,808 |
| Dining Plan 4 | $2,402 |
| Total 5 | $49,720 |
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 2021-22 Tuition and Fees page for a complete breakdown.
| Tuition (12-18 units) | $40,830 |
|---|---|
| University Service Fee | $680 |
| Dining Plan 6 | $1,646 |
| Total 7 | $43,156 |
Footnotes
- The minimum plan for a student living in a residence hall is the Cougar Traditional dining plan. View additional options. ↵
- 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. ↵
- This is based on a 2-bedroom/1-bath living area and may vary depending on your housing arrangements. View additional housing options. ↵
- This amount is based on the Cougar Choice dining plan, the minimum required for a non-freshman living in APU residence halls. View additional options. ↵
- 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. ↵
- This amount is based on the Cougar Mini dining plan, but no dining plan is required for commuter students. View additional options. ↵
- 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. ↵