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Tuition & Fees
The average college course is 3 or 4 credit hours. Most students take between 12–16 credit hours per semester or about 30 per year to meet the Bachelors Degree requirement of 120 credit hours.
Undergraduate 2025-2026 Costs (Before Aid)
| Cost Item | Per credit hour | Academic Year (30 Credit Hours) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $347.65 | $10,429.50 |
| Student Fees | $140.80 | $4,224.00 |
| Food and Housing (All Access Plan) | $13,020.00 | |
| 2025-2026 Cost | $488.45 | $27,673.50 |
Tuition
Per Credit Hour: $347.65
Academic Year (30 Credit Hours): $10,429.50
Food and Housing (Unlimited Meal Plan)
Academic Year (30 Credit Hours): $13,020.00
2025-2026 Cost
Per Credit Hour: $488.45
Academic Year (30 Credit Hours): $27,673.50
When computing the financial aid budget seen on your award letter, an estimated average of 3 years costs is used. We also include the all-access meal plan to allow for 3 meals a day. The most popular meal plan is the 12+ option. You can decide what will work best for you.
Other indirect costs includes other everyday expenses students might incur. Examples include: gas money, school supplies, costs for toiletries, etc., or social activities. These expenses vary from student to student and will NOT be charged to the Eastern bill; they can be covered through parental support, student employment, or savings. Federal loan fees of $100 are also allowed in the budget. Please borrow wisely.
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