Estimated Cost of Attendance
The estimated budget below outlines the anticipated expenses for F-1 and J-1 visa applicants enrolled full-time at CSUSB. The estimate covers one academic year (9 months), including the fall and spring semesters.
The estimated costs below will help you plan your educational expenses and prepare the financial documentation required for admission and I-20 processing.
Please note that these costs are estimates and may vary depending on your personal expenses, housing choice, academic program, and other individual circumstances. Summer expenses are not included.
Student Spotlight
Parin Chawalit ’25
Major: M.A. STEM Education
At CSUSB, Parin Chawalit strengthened his academic and research expertise while exploring the role of generative artificial intelligence in STEM education. Through his thesis, he examined how emerging technologies can support teaching and learning, reflecting CSUSB’s commitment to innovative research and educational impact.
| Category | Undergraduate (24 Units) | Second Bachelor (24 Units) | Graduate | MBA/MSA/MS IST/MSEI | Doctorate (12 Units) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees* - (includes non-resident tuition fee of $471/unit) | $20,359 | $22,069 | $16,417 | $20,269 | $21,963 |
| Additional Expenses | $29,942 | $29,942 | $29,942 | $29,942 | $29,942 |
| Total Tuition & Additional Expenses | $50,301 | $52,011 | $46,359 | $50,211 | $51,905 |
Note: M.B.A., M.S.A., MSIST and MSEI programs require an additional $321/unit for ALL courses (additional fees are included in overall tuition breakdown above)
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Living Expenses | $19,786 |
| Book & Supplies | $880 |
| Transportation | $2,906 |
| Health Insurance* | $1,956 |
| Personal Expenses | $4,414 |
| Total | $29,942 |
Important Information: The estimated costs shown above are subject to change without notice and may be adjusted upon approval by the California State University (CSU) Board of Trustees. For the most current tuition and fee information, please visit Student Financial Services. Students over the age of 24 may have higher health insurance costs.
Bringing Your Dependents?
If your spouse or children will accompany you to the United States, you'll need to provide proof of additional financial support as part of your Form I-20 request.
The required additional funding is $6,000 per dependent, per academic year (two semesters).