Tuition & Fees
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Undergraduate On-Campus Tuition | 2023-2024
At CSU, you can be confident that you are not only being prepared for a career with your degree—you’re also being prepared with a biblical foundation for life. The mentorship from caring Christians, guidance from experienced professionals and care from the community truly make the CSU experience like no other. This is an investment that pays off throughout a lifetime.
You’ll see the CSU “sticker price” below. However, more than 99% of students pay significantly less than the numbers listed here. In fact, the average institutional aid package last year was over $15,000!
We recommend you speak with your admissions counselor and check out the Net Price Calculator to see more closely what your actual costs might be.
Average Annual Cost
(Full-Time Undergraduate)
Tuition: $31,200*
General Free: $960**
($40/credit)
Room & Board: $7,600
(21 meal plan)
Total Estimated Cost: $39,760
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* based on 12-16 credits each semester
** based on 12 credits each semester
Individual course-related fees may also apply; see fee section below.
AVERAGE NET COST AFTER FREE AID
$15,308
$15,308AVERAGE FREE AID RECEIVED
(not including loans)
$19,042
(Based on incoming class of Fall 2021)
Cost Breakdown
Tuition Flat Rate: $15,600/semester
(12-16 credits)
Tuition: $1,040/credit
(1-11 or over 16 credits)
Audit: $520/credit
Residence Hall: $1,500/semester
14 Meal Plan: $2,200/semester
21 Meal Plan: $2,300/semester
2022–2023 Average Annual Cost (Full-Time Undergraduate)
Tuition: $29,700*
Room & Board: $7,300
(21 meal plan)
Total Estimated Cost: $37,000
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* based on 12-16 credits each semester
Individual course-related fees may also apply; see fee section below.
Cost Breakdown
Tuition Flat Rate: $14,850/semester
(12-16 credits)
Tuition: $990/credit
(1-11 or over 18 credits)
Audit: $440/credit
Residence Hall: $1,425/semester
14 Meal Plan: $2,125/semester
21 Meal Plan: $2,225/semester
Undergraduate Online & Graduate Tuition | 2023-2024
The tuition cost per credit is competitive to help you reach your goals for a biblical education. Be sure to check out our discounts for online undergraduate, graduate and seminary studies too!
Undergraduate Studies
- Undergraduate online¹: $460
- Audit: $230
Graduates Studies
- Master of Arts (Bible, Integrated Studies, Organizational Leadership): $510
- Master of Arts (Counseling): $620
- Master of Business Administration:$316.50
- Master of Education: $620
- Master of Science in Counseling: $620
- Audit: $255
Baptist Bible Seminary
- Master of Arts: $510
- Master of Ministry: $510
- Master of Divinity: $510
- Master of Theology: $620
- Doctor of Ministry: $705
- Doctor of Philosophy: $755
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There is a $50 per course Student Service Fee for all programs except the M.B.A.
*Some specific course fees and miscellaneous fees still do exist including late fees, independent study fees, payment plan fees, continuation fees, etc. Please refer to our miscellaneous fees chart for further information.
¹Undergraduate Online rates are applicable to students who take all courses exclusively online. Students registered for any undergraduate on-campus course during the semester will have all courses, even those taken online, billed at the established undergraduate on-campus rate.
2022–2023 Academic Year
Undergraduate Studies
- Undergraduate online¹: $425
- Audit: $213
Graduates Studies
- Master of Arts (Bible, Integrated Studies, Organizational Leadership): $485
- Master of Arts (Counseling): $590
- Master of Education: $590
- Master of Science in Counseling: $590
- Audit: $243
Baptist Bible Seminary
- Master of Arts: $485
- Master of Ministry: $485
- Master of Divinity: $485
- Master of Theology: $590
- Doctor of Ministry: $670
- Doctor of Philosophy: $720
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*Some specific course fees and miscellaneous fees still do exist including late fees, independent study fees, payment plan fees, continuation fees, etc. Please refer to our miscellaneous fees chart for further information.
¹Undergraduate Online rates are applicable to students who take all courses exclusively online. Students registered for any undergraduate on-campus course during the semester will have all courses, even those taken online, billed at the established undergraduate on-campus rate.
Tuition Planning
Be sure to plan ahead for late fees, independent study fees, payment plan fees, continuation fees, etc. Please refer to our miscellaneous fees chart, and check out our Financial Forms & Resources page to find what you’re looking for.
Fees Chart
General Fees
General Fee: $40/credit
(undergraduate residential only)
Student Service Fee: $50/course
(online and graduate students only except M.B.A. students)
Miscellaneous Fees
Application Fee: $25
Confirmation Deposit: $250
Course Change Fee (after drop/add date): $30
Dorm Fob Replacement Fee: $20
Graduation Fee: $175
(per degree; charged for diploma even if the student is not participating in Commencement)
Student ID Replacement Fee: $15
Vehicle Registration Fee: $120
Music Fees
Private Music Lesson: $200
Instrumental Rental Fee: Varies
(all methods courses)
Senior Recital Fee: $50
Junior Recital Fee: $50
Choral Fee (MU370): $25
Choral Dress/Tux: Varies
(charged after course begins)
Student Account Fees
Payment Plan Fee: $50/semester
Returned Check Fee: $30
Late Payment Fee: $40
Default Fee: $100
(after two consecutive late fees)
Course-Related Fees
Acadeum Course Fee: $50/credit
Accelerated Learning Fee: $75/credit
Certification Exam Fees
- BA109: $174
- BA119: $120
- BA206: $170
Continuation Fees
- M.S.C. Internship: $600
- M.S.C. Practicum: $1,860
- D.Min. Dissertation: $705
- Ph.D. Dissertation: $755
Course Materials (CSU101): $65
Eleven:6 Organizational Leadership Courses: $15/credit
Field Trip Fees
- AR200: varies by trip
- BA230: $59
- BA225: $59
- BA280: $85
- BA334: $75
- EN122: varies by trip
- EN401: $40
- MI480: $50
- PA404: $50
- PS453: $25
- SM206: $45
- SO301: $25
Logos Bible Software
- Undergraduate, On-Campus: $350/first semester only
- Seminary students: $500 first semester; $350 second semester
Media Equipment Fees
- ME210: $30
- ME311: $70
Membership Fees
- BA179: $30
- BA220: $25
- BA230: $25
- BA255: $29
Off-Schedule Course Fee: $100/credit
Portfolio Assessment Fees
- Course Fee: $200
- Submission Fee: $100/credit
- Completion Fee: $100/credit
Prior Learning Assessment Fee: $200
Project Start-Up Funds (BA102): $25
Science Lab Fee: $120
(all lab courses: SC207, SC208, SC218L, SC223L, SC224L, SC225, SC226, SC261L, SC313L, SC412)
Student Teaching Fee: $200/placement
Study Abroad: TBD
Testing Fees
- CO532: $60
- CO542: $65
- PA311: $25
- PS451: $65
Wilderness Courses (EM340, Em350, PE400): $100/credit
BBS Masters & Doctoral Program Fees
Continuation Fee (D.Min.): $705
Continuation Fee (Ph.D.): $755
Logos Bible Software: $500 first semester; $350 second semester
Textbooks
They can be purchased at our online bookstore.
Estimate Your Cost
Use our Net Price Calculator to determine your financial aid package.
Ways to Save
Excellent biblical higher education is an important investment. More than 99 percent of our students received assistance last year—totaling more than $5 million.
CSU Scholarships
Help directly from Clarks Summit University includes institutional scholarships for qualifying students. View a list of CSU scholarships.
Start at CSU While You’re Still in High School
High school juniors and seniors can take college-level classes from CSU, allowing them to earn college credits while fulfilling high school requirements. Half of the cost for this High School Dual Enrollment will be fully reimbursed for you when you become an on-campus student at CSU.
Plan Ahead
Contact our admissions team to discuss a plan for the cost of your degree. Start here.
Important Information for Members of the U.S. Military and Veterans
Thank you for serving. We are grateful for men and women like you who have bravely chosen to serve the United States through military service.
Your military experience is a great asset to you in many ways. We can help you use your unique experience and benefits to achieve your goals.
A Clarks Summit University education is an excellent compliment to your military training. We can prepare you to serve and lead wherever God takes you.
Questions?
For general information about CSU, the best place for you to start is to request information.
For specific financial aid information, contact the Financial Aid Department.
Special Financial Benefits for You
We will work with you to ensure you receive all the funding and financial benefits you are entitled to—whether you’re studying on campus or online.
Benefits through the Montgomery GI Bill, the Post 9-11 GI Bill and ROTC can cover up to 100 percent of your tuition and fees.
For detailed information for our U.S. Military and Veterans, visit our dedicated page for you!
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