Financial Requirement for Your Form I-20
The following suggested budget outlines the estimated expenses for F-1 and J-1 visa applicants, covering nine months of full-time study during the fall and spring semesters.
Please note that these amounts may vary depending on your personal financial situation and available resources, and they do not include living expenses for the summer.
Before CSUSB can issue a Form I-20, F-1 students must provide documentation showing sufficient financial support based on the applicable estimated amount shown below.
| Category | Undergraduate (24 Units) | Second Bachelor (24 Units) | Graduate (12 Units) | MBA/MSA/MS IST/MSEI (12 Units) | 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 |
* Tuition & Fees: Includes the nonresident tuition fee of $471 per unit.
Program note: M.B.A., M.S.A., MSIST, and MSEI programs require an additional $321 per unit for all courses. These additional fees are included in the total shown above.
* Dependents: If your spouse or children will accompany you to the United States, you must provide proof of additional funding of $6,000 per dependent per academic year (2 semesters).
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Living Expenses | $19,786 |
| Book & Supplies | $880 |
| Transportation | $2,906 |
| Health Insurance* | $1,956 |
| Personal Expenses | $4,414 |
| Total | $29,942 |
Important Cost and Fee Information
Please visit Student Financial Services for the full fee disclosure statement.
All CSU listed fees should be regarded as estimates that are subject to change upon approval by the CSU Board of Trustees and may occur without notice.
Higher health insurance rates may apply for students over the age of 24.
Student Financial Services: Tuition and Fees
Your financial documents must show funding that meets or exceeds the estimated amount for your academic level or program shown below.
Make sure your documents demonstrate sufficient funding for the full estimated amount that applies to you.