At less than half the national average for private colleges, our tuition is surprisingly affordable. Additionally, we award more than $5 million annually in merit-, need-, and talent-based scholarships to eligible students.
We offer generous academic and need-based scholarships to virtually every student. Your admissions director can help you apply for scholarships and government grants.
Our curriculum is designed to help you graduate faster. On average, our students earn their degrees in just four years compared to the national average of six years.
Education is an invaluable investment that will enrich and improve your life. Plus, college graduates earn on average $1 million more than their peers without degrees.
To make our tuition as affordable as possible, we award more than $5 million annually in scholarships and financial aid to virtually all eligible students. To review opportunities for financial aid, please visit Scholarships & Aid.
| Fall 2022 – Spring 2023 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | $9,429 | per semester |
| Part Time | $835 | per credit |
| Student Fee | $250 | per semester |
| Fall 2023 – Spring 2024 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | $9,895 | per semester |
| Part Time | $876 | per credit |
| Student Fee | $250 | per semester |
Pricing for university housing includes utilities, furniture, and high-speed internet.
| Dorm Style | ||
|---|---|---|
| Craton Hall (female-only double room) | $2,285 | per semester |
| Robey Hall (male-only double room) | $2,285 | per semester |
| The Lofts (four-person room) | $2,205 | per semester |
| The Lofts (three-person room) | $2,465 | per semester |
| Apartment Style | ||
| Carriage Mods (double room) | $2,365 | per semester |
| Carriage Mods (single room) | $3,365 | per semester |
| Carriage Townhomes (double room) | $2,470 | per semester |
| Carriage Townhomes (single room) | $3,470 | per semester |
| Gayle Smith Apartments (double room) | $2,940 | per semester |
| Stoddard Living Center (double room) | $2,575 | per semester |
| Stoddard Living Center (single room) | $3,575 | per semester |
| Walnut Avenue Apartments (double room) | $2,940 | per semester |
Because living on-campus is connected to many positive outcomes, we offer housing discounts based on class standing.
| Senior Discount | $348 | per semester |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Discount | $248 | per semester |
| Sophomore Discount | $148 | per semester |
Residential dining plans are available to all students and required for students in residence halls without kitchens.
| Knight All-Access – Unlimited Meal Swipes at Knight Dining Hall – $100 Dining Dollars per semester – 1 Meal Exchange per day |
$2,725 | per semester |
|---|---|---|
| Knight Standard – 19 Meal Swipes per week in Knight Dining Hall – $150 Dining Dollars per semester – 1 Meal Exchange per day |
$2,415 | per semester |
Commuter dining plans are available to students in residence halls with kitchens or students who qualify to live off-campus.
| Standard Commuter – 10 Meal Swipes per week in Knight Dining Hall – $200 Dining Dollars per semester – 1 Meal Exchange per day |
$1,400 | per semester |
|---|---|---|
| Partial Commuter – 50 Meal Swipes per semester in Knight Dining Hall – $150 Dining Dollars per semester |
$525 | per semester |
Summer term is an opportunity to graduate faster at a reduced price. Financial aid can be applied to summer costs.
| Full-Time Summer Tuition (6-8 credits) | $2,730 | flat rate |
|---|---|---|
| Part-Time Summer Tuition (less than 6 credits) | $525 | per credit |
| Summer Housing | $295 | per month |
For more information, please review our Financial Policies. If you have any questions, please contact Student Financial Services at 540-261-8405 or student.finances@svu.edu.