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Estimated Costs for 2024/25 Academic Year
Your cost to attend Cal Poly will vary depending on your program, residency status and living arrangements. Our estimates represent the average cost for a student to attend Cal Poly for one academic year*.
California Resident (Most Graduate Programs)
| On Campus | Off Campus | Living with Family | |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $15,120 | $15,120 | $15,120 |
| Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math, and College of Business) | $14,370 | $14,370 | $14,370 |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Liberal Arts) | $14,244 | $14,244 | $14,244 |
| Books and Materials | $1,119 | $1,119 | $1,119 |
| Housing | $14,634 | $13,761 | $4,596 |
| Meals | $5,394 | $5,394 | $6,894 |
| Miscellaneous Costs | $1,923 | $2,148 | $4,059 |
| Transportation | $1,146 | $1,794 | $1,791 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $72 | $72 | $72 |
| Total Non-tuition and fee expenses | $24,288 | $24,288 | $18,351 |
| Total for Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture | $39,408 | $39,408 | $33,651 |
| Total for College of Science and Math, and College of Business | $38,658 | $38,658 | $32,901 |
| Total for College of Liberal Arts | $38,532 | $38,532 | $32,775 |
About California Residents Graduate Costs Estimate (New Students)
This cost estimate is for students who are new to the graduate program. This means that you will be enrolling in the program for the first time in fall 2024.
Registration Fees: Fees for California residents are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Room & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
| On Campus | Off Campus | Living with Family | |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $14,256 | $14,256 | $14,256 |
| Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math, and College of Business) | $13,758 | $13,758 | $13,758 |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Liberal Arts) | $13,530 | $13,530 | $13,530 |
| Books and Materials | $1,119 | $1,119 | $1,119 |
| Housing | $14,634 | $13,761 | $4,596 |
| Meals | $5,394 | $5,394 | $6,894 |
| Miscellaneous Costs | $1,923 | $2,148 | $4,059 |
| Transportation | $1,146 | $1,794 | $1,791 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $72 | $72 | $72 |
| Total Non-tuition and fee expenses | $24,288 | $24,288 | $18,531 |
| Total for Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture | $38,544 | $39,544 | $32,787 |
| Total for College of Science and Math, and College of Business | $38,046 | $38,046 | $32,289 |
| Total for College of Liberal Arts | $37,818 | $37,818 | $32,061 |
About California Graduate Costs Estimate (Continuing Students)
This cost estimate is for students who are continuing in the graduate program. This means that you enrolled in the program prior to fall 2024.
Registration Fees: Fees for California residents are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Room & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
| On Campus | Off Campus | Living with Family | |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $13,392 | $13,392 | $13,392 |
| Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math, and College of Business) | $13,140 | $13,140 | $13,140 |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Liberal Arts) | $12,816 | $12,816 | $12,816 |
| Books and Materials | $1,119 | $1,119 | $1,119 |
| Housing | $14,634 | $13,761 | $4,596 |
| Meals | $5,394 | $5,394 | $6,894 |
| Miscellaneous Costs | $1,923 | $2,148 | $4,059 |
| Transportation | $1,146 | $1,794 | $1,791 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $72 | $72 | $72 |
| Total Non-tuition and fee expenses | $24,288 | $24,288 | $18,531 |
| Total for Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture | $37,680 | $37,680 | $31,923 |
| Total for College of Science and Math, and College of Business | $37,428 | $37,428 | $31,671 |
| Total for College of Liberal Arts | $37,104 | $37,104 | $31,347 |
About California Graduate Costs Estimate (Continuing Students)
This cost estimate is for students who are continuing in the graduate program. This means that you enrolled in the program prior to fall 2024.
Registration Fees: Fees for California residents are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Room & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
| On Campus | Off Campus | Living with Family | |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $12,528 | $12,528 | $12,528 |
| Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math, and College of Business) | $12,528 | $12,528 | $12,528 |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Liberal Arts) | $12,102 | $12,102 | $12,102 |
| Books and Materials | $1,119 | $1,119 | $1,119 |
| Housing | $14,634 | $13,761 | $4,596 |
| Meals | $5,394 | $5,394 | $6,894 |
| Miscellaneous Costs | $1,923 | $2,148 | $4,059 |
| Transportation | $1,146 | $1,794 | $1,791 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $72 | $72 | $72 |
| Total Non-tuition and fee expenses | $24,288 | $24,288 | $18,531 |
| Total for Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture | $36,816 | $36,816 | $31,059 |
| Total for College of Science and Math, and College of Business | $36,816 | $36,816 | $31,059 |
| Total for College of Liberal Arts | $36,390 | $36,390 | $30,633 |
About California Residents Graduate Costs Estimate (New Students)
This cost estimate is for students who are new to the graduate program. This means that you will be enrolling in the program for the first time in fall 2024.
Registration Fees: Fees for California residents are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Room & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
Non-Resident (Most Graduate Programs)
| On Campus | Off Campus | |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $15,120 | $15,120 |
| Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math, and College of Business) | $14,370 | $14,370 |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Liberal Arts) | $14,244 | $14,244 |
| Non Resident Tuition (24 units @$280 per unit) | $6,720 | $6,720 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $21,840 | $21,840 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math or College of Business) | $21,090 | $21,090 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (College of Liberal Arts) | $20,964 | $20,964 |
| Books and Materials | $1,119 | $1,119 |
| Housing | $14,634 | $13,761 |
| Meals | $5,394 | $5,394 |
| Miscellaneous Costs | $1,923 | $2,148 |
| Transportation | $1,146 | $1,794 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $72 | $72 |
| Total Non-tuition and fee expenses | $24,288 | $24,288 |
| Total for Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture | $46,128 | $46,128 |
| Total for College of Science and Math, and College of Business | $45,378 | $45,378 |
| Total for College of Liberal Arts | $45,252 | $45,252 |
About Non-Resident Graduate Costs Estimate (New Students)
This cost estimate is for students who are new to the graduate program. This means that you will be enrolling in the program for the first time in fall 2024.
Registration Fees: Fees are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Non-Resident Tuition: If you are not a California resident, you will pay an additional $280 per unit. We base our estimates of $6,720 per year on the assumption that you will take 8 units per quarter. Your actual amount will vary depending on the number of units you take per quarter.
International Students: International students will also pay a $900 International Fee and $1438 International Health Insurance Fee.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Housing & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
| On Campus | Off Campus | |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $14,256 | $14,256 |
| Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math, and College of Business) | $13,758 | $13,758 |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Liberal Arts) | $13,530 | $13,350 |
| Non Resident Tuition (24 units @$280 per unit) | $6,720 | $6,720 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $20,976 | $20,976 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math or College of Business) | $20,478 | $20,478 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (College of Liberal Arts) | $20,250 | $20,250 |
| Books and Materials | $1,119 | $1,119 |
| Housing | $14,634 | $13,761 |
| Meals | $5,394 | $5,394 |
| Miscellaneous Costs | $1,923 | $2,148 |
| Transportation | $1,146 | $1,794 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $72 | $72 |
| Total Non-tuition and fee expenses | $24,288 | $24,288 |
| Total for Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture | $45,264 | $45,264 |
| Total for College of Science and Math, and College of Business | $44,766 | $44,766 |
| Total for College of Liberal Arts | $44,538 | $44,538 |
About Non-Resident Graduate Costs Estimate (Continuing Students)
This cost estimate is for students who are continuing in the graduate program. This means that you enrolled in the program prior to fall 2024.
Registration Fees: Fees are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Non-Resident Tuition: If you are not a California resident, you will pay an additional $280 per unit. We base our estimates of $6,720 per year on the assumption that you will take 8 units per quarter. Your actual amount will vary depending on the number of units you take per quarter.
International Students: International students will also pay a $900 International Fee and $1438 International Health Insurance Fee.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Housing & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
| On Campus | Off Campus | |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $13,392 | $13,392 |
| Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math, and College of Business) | $13,140 | $13,140 |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Liberal Arts) | $12,816 | $12,816 |
| Non Resident Tuition (24 units @$280 per unit) | $6,720 | $6,720 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $20,112 | $20,112 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math or College of Business) | $19,860 | $19,860 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (College of Liberal Arts) | $19,536 | $19,536 |
| Books and Materials | $1,119 | $1,119 |
| Housing | $14,634 | $13,761 |
| Meals | $5,394 | $5,394 |
| Miscellaneous Costs | $1,923 | $2,148 |
| Transportation | $1,146 | $1,794 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $72 | $72 |
| Total Non-tuition and fee expenses | $24,288 | $24,288 |
| Total for Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture | $44,400 | $44,400 |
| Total for College of Science and Math, and College of Business | $44,148 | $44,148 |
| Total for College of Liberal Arts | $43,824 | $43,824 |
About Non-Resident Graduate Costs Estimate (Continuing Students)
This cost estimate is for students who are continuing in the graduate program. This means that you enrolled in the program prior to fall 2024.
Registration Fees: Fees are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Non-Resident Tuition: If you are not a California resident, you will pay an additional $280 per unit. We base our estimates of $6,720 per year on the assumption that you will take 8 units per quarter. Your actual amount will vary depending on the number of units you take per quarter.
International Students: International students will also pay a $900 International Fee and $1438 International Health Insurance Fee.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Housing & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
| On Campus | Off Campus | |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $12,528 | $12,528 |
| Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math, and College of Business) | $12,528 | $12,528 |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Liberal Arts) | $12,102 | $12,102 |
| Non Resident Tuition (24 units @$280 per unit) | $6,720 | $6,720 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $19,248 | $19,248 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math or College of Business) | $19,248 | $19,248 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (College of Liberal Arts) | $18,822 | $18,822 |
| Books and Materials | $1,119 | $1,119 |
| Housing | $14,634 | $13,761 |
| Meals | $5,394 | $5,394 |
| Miscellaneous Costs | $1,923 | $2,148 |
| Transportation | $1,146 | $1,794 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $72 | $72 |
| Total Non-tuition and fee expenses | $24,288 | $24,288 |
| Total for Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture | $43,536 | $43,536 |
| Total for College of Science and Math, and College of Business | $43,536 | $43,536 |
| Total for College of Liberal Arts | $43,110 | $43,110 |
About Non-Resident Graduate Costs Estimate (Continuing Students)
This cost estimate is for students who are continuing in the graduate program. This means that you enrolled in the program prior to fall 2024.
Registration Fees: Fees are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Non-Resident Tuition: If you are not a California resident, you will pay an additional $280 per unit. We base our estimates of $6,720 per year on the assumption that you will take 8 units per quarter. Your actual amount will vary depending on the number of units you take per quarter.
International Students: International students will also pay a $900 International Fee and $1438 International Health Insurance Fee.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Housing & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
Credential Programs
| On Campus | Off Campus | With Family | |
| Tuition and Fees (Credential) | $13,824 | $13,824 | $13,824 |
| Books and Materials | $1,119 | $1,119 | $1,119 |
| Housing | $14,634 | $13,761 | $4,596 |
| Meals | $5,394 | $5,394 | $6,894 |
| Miscellaneous Costs | $1,923 | $2,148 | $4,059 |
| Transportation | $1,146 | $1,794 | $1,791 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $72 | $72 | $72 |
| Total Non-tuition and fee expenses | $24,288 | $24,288 | $18,531 |
| Total for Credential | $38,112 | $38,112 | $32,355 |
About CA Resident Credential Costs Estimate
Registration Fees: Fees for California residents are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Housing & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
| On Campus | Off Campus | Living with Family | |
| Tuition and Fees (Credential) | $13,212 | $13,212 | $13,212 |
| Books and Materials | $1,119 | $1,119 | $1,119 |
| Housing | $14,634 | $13,761 | $4,596 |
| Meals | $5,394 | $5,394 | $6,894 |
| Miscellaneous Costs | $1,923 | $2,148 | $4,059 |
| Transportation | $1,146 | $1,794 | $1,791 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $72 | $72 | $72 |
| Total Non-tuition and fee expenses | $24,288 | $24,288 | $18,531 |
| Total Credential | $37,500 | $37,500 | $31,743 |
About CA Resident Credential Costs Estimate
Registration Fees: Fees for California residents are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Housing & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
| On Campus | Off Campus | |
| Tuition and Fees (Credential) | $13,824 | $13,824 |
| Non Resident Tuition (36 units @$280 per unit) | $10,080 | $10,080 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (Credentials) | $23,904 | $23,904 |
| Books and Materials | $1,119 | $1,119 |
| Housing | $14,634 | $13,761 |
| Meals | $5,394 | $5,394 |
| Miscellaneous Costs | $1,923 | $2,148 |
| Transportation | $1,146 | $1,794 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $72 | $72 |
| Total Non-tuition and fee expenses | $24,288 | $24,288 |
| Total for Credential | $48,192 | $48,192 |
About Non-Resident Credential Costs Estimate
Registration Fees: Fees are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Non-Resident Tuition: If you are not a California resident, you will pay an additional $280 per unit. We base our estimates of $6,720 per year on the assumption that you will take 8 units per quarter. Your actual amount will vary depending on the number of units you take per quarter.
International Students: International students will also pay a $900 International Fee and $1,423 International Health Insurance Fee.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Housing & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
International Students
| On Campus | Off Campus | |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $15,120 | $15,120 |
| Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math, and College of Business) | $14,370 | $14,370 |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Liberal Arts) | $14,244 | $14,244 |
| Non Resident Tuition (24 units @$280 per unit) | $6,720 | $6,720 |
| International Fee | $900 | $900 |
| Mandatory Health Fee | $1,438 | $1,438 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $24,178 | $24,178 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math or College of Business) | $23,428 | $23,428 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (College of Liberal Arts) | $23,302 | $23,302 |
| Books and Materials | $1,119 | $1,119 |
| Housing | $14,634 | $13,761 |
| Meals | $5,394 | $5,394 |
| Miscellaneous Costs | $1,923 | $2,148 |
| Transportation | $1,146 | $1,794 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total Non-tuition and fee expenses | $24,216 | $24,216 |
| Total for Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture | $48,394 | $48,394 |
| Total for College of Science and Math, and College of Business | $47,644 | $47,644 |
| Total for College of Liberal Arts | $47,518 | $47,518 |
About International Costs Estimate
Registration Fees: Fees are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Non-Resident Tuition: If you are not a California resident, you will pay an additional $280 per unit. We base our estimates of $6,720 per year on the assumption that you will take 8 units per quarter. Your actual amount will vary depending on the number of units you take per quarter.
International Students: International students will also pay a $900 International Fee and $1,438 International Health Insurance Fee.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Housing & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
| On Campus | Off Campus | |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $14,256 | $14,256 |
| Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math, and College of Business) | $13,758 | $13,758 |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Liberal Arts) | $13,530 | $13,350 |
| Non Resident Tuition (24 units @$280 per unit) | $6,720 | $6,720 |
| International Fee | $900 | $900 |
| Mandatory Health Fee | $1,438 | $1,438 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $23,314 | $23,314 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math or College of Business) | $22,816 | $22,816 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (College of Liberal Arts) | $22,588 | $22,588 |
| Books and Materials | $1,119 | $1,119 |
| Housing | $14,634 | $13,761 |
| Meals | $5,394 | $5,394 |
| Miscellaneous Costs | $1,923 | $2,148 |
| Transportation | $1,146 | $1,794 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total Non-tuition and fee expenses | $24,216 | $24,216 |
| Total for Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture | $47,530 | $47,530 |
| Total for College of Science and Math, and College of Business | $47,032 | $47,032 |
| Total for College of Liberal Arts | $46,804 | $46,804 |
About International Costs Estimate
Registration Fees: Fees are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Non-Resident Tuition: If you are not a California resident, you will pay an additional $280 per unit. We base our estimates of $6,720 per year on the assumption that you will take 8 units per quarter. Your actual amount will vary depending on the number of units you take per quarter.
International Students: International students will also pay a $900 International Fee and $1,438 International Health Insurance Fee.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Housing & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
| On Campus | Off Campus | |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $13,392 | $13,392 |
| Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math, and College of Business) | $13,140 | $13,140 |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Liberal Arts) | $12,816 | $12,816 |
| Non Resident Tuition (24 units @$280 per unit) | $6,720 | $6,720 |
| International Fee | $900 | $900 |
| Mandatory Health Fee | $1,438 | $1,438 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $22,450 | $22,450 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math or College of Business) | $22,198 | $22,198 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (College of Liberal Arts) | $21,874 | $21,874 |
| Books and Materials | $1,119 | $1,119 |
| Housing | $14,634 | $13,761 |
| Meals | $5,394 | $5,394 |
| Miscellaneous Costs | $1,923 | $2,148 |
| Transportation | $1,146 | $1,794 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total Non-tuition and fee expenses | $24,216 | $24,216 |
| Total for Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture | $46,666 | $46,666 |
| Total for College of Science and Math, and College of Business | $46,414 | $46,414 |
| Total for College of Liberal Arts | $46,090 | $46,090 |
About International Costs Estimate
Registration Fees: Fees are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Non-Resident Tuition: If you are not a California resident, you will pay an additional $280 per unit. We base our estimates of $6,720 per year on the assumption that you will take 8 units per quarter. Your actual amount will vary depending on the number of units you take per quarter.
International Students: International students will also pay a $900 International Fee and $1,438 International Health Insurance Fee.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Housing & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
| On Campus | Off Campus | |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $12,528 | $12,528 |
| Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math, and College of Business) | $12,528 | $12,528 |
| Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Liberal Arts) | $12,102 | $12,102 |
| Non Resident Tuition (24 units @$280 per unit) | $6,720 | $6,720 |
| International Fee | $900 | $900 |
| Mandatory Health Fee | $1,438 | $1,438 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture) | $21,586 | $21,586 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (College of Science and Math or College of Business) | $21,586 | $21,586 |
| Total Tuition and Fees (College of Liberal Arts) | $21,160 | $21,160 |
| Books and Materials | $1,119 | $1,119 |
| Housing | $14,634 | $13,761 |
| Meals | $5,394 | $5,394 |
| Miscellaneous Costs | $1,923 | $2,148 |
| Transportation | $1,146 | $1,794 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total Non-tuition and fee expenses | $24,216 | $24,216 |
| Total for Colleges of Engineering, Architecture or Agriculture | $45,802 | $45,802 |
| Total for College of Science and Math, and College of Business | $45,802 | $45,802 |
| Total for College of Liberal Arts | $45,376 | $45,376 |
About International Costs Estimate
Registration Fees: Fees are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Non-Resident Tuition: If you are not a California resident, you will pay an additional $280 per unit. We base our estimates of $6,720 per year on the assumption that you will take 8 units per quarter. Your actual amount will vary depending on the number of units you take per quarter.
International Students: International students will also pay a $900 International Fee and $1,438 International Health Insurance Fee.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Housing & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
2024-25 costs for Orfalea graduate programs are not yet finalized.
The numbers below are from 2023-24 and will be updated as soon as the current year costs are finalized.
MBA Program
| MBA Accelerated (10-month program) |
MBA Traditional (1 year costs for 2-year program) |
|
| Registration Fees | $1,9500 | $13,140 |
| Professional Fee | $8,640 | $5,400 |
| Total Tuition and Fees | $28,140 | $18,540 |
| Books & Materials | $1,089 | $1,089 |
| Housing | $14,235 | $12,810 |
| Food | $5,814 | $5,232 |
| Transportation | $1,209 | $1,089 |
| Personal/Misc. | $2,052 | $1,848 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $52,539 | $40,608 |
About CA Resident MBA Costs Estimate
Registration Fees: Fees for California residents are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Housing & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
| MBA Accelerated (10-month program) |
MBA Traditional (2-year program) |
|
| Registration Fees | $19,500 | $13,140 |
| Non-Resident Tuition | $12,672 | $7,920 |
| Professional Fee | $8,640 | $5,400 |
| Total Tuition and Fees | $40,812 | $26,460 |
| Books & Materials | $1,089 | $1,089 |
| Housing | $14,235 | $12,810 |
| Food | $5,814 | $5,232 |
| Transportation | $1,209 | $1,089 |
| Personal/Misc. | $2,052 | $1,848 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $65,211 | $48,528 |
About Domestic Non-Resident MBA Costs Estimate
Registration Fees: Fees are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Non-Resident Tuition: If you are not a California resident, you will pay an additional $280 per unit. We base our estimates of $6,720 per year on the assumption that you will take 8 units per quarter. The accelerated MBA program non-resident fees equal $12,672. Your actual amount will vary depending on the number of units you take per quarter.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Housing & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
| MBA Accelerated (10-month program) |
MBA Traditional (2-year program) |
|
| Registration Fees | $19,500 | $13,140 |
| Non-Resident Tuition | $12,672 | $7,920 |
| Professional Fee | $8,640 | $5,400 |
| International Fee^ | $900 | $900 |
| Health Insurance | $1,686 | $1,372 |
| Total Tuition and Fees | $43,398 | $28,732 |
| Books & Materials | $1,089 | $1,089 |
| Housing | $14,235 | $12,810 |
| Food | $5,814 | $5,232 |
| Transportation | $1,209 | $1,089 |
| Personal/Misc. | $2,052 | $1,848 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $67,797 | $50,800 |
About International MBA Costs Estimate
Registration Fees: Fees are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Non-Resident Tuition: If you are not a California resident, you will pay an additional $280 per unit. We base our estimates of $6,720 per year on the assumption that you will take 8 units per quarter. The accelerated MBA program non-resident fees equal $12,672. Your actual amount will vary depending on the number of units you take per quarter.
^International Students: International students will also pay a $900 International Fee and $1438 International Health Insurance Fee.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Housing & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
Other Orfaela College of Business Graduate Programs
| MS Accounting or MS Taxation |
MS Business Analytics |
MS Quantitative Economics |
|
| Registration Fees | $24,795 | $31,275 | $25,650 |
| Professional/Other Fees | $1,689 | $1,689 | $1,689 |
| Total Tuition and Fees | $26,484 | $32,964 | $27,339 |
| Books & Materials | $1,089 | $1,089 | $1,089 |
| Housing | $14,235 | $14,235 | $14,235 |
| Food | $5,814 | $5,814 | $5,814 |
| Transportation | $1,209 | $1,209 | $1,209 |
| Personal/Misc. | $2,052 | $2,052 | $2,052 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $50,833 | $57,363 | $51,738 |
About These Domestic Costs Estimate
Registration Fees: Fees are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Housing & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
| MS Business Analytics |
MS Quantitative Economics |
|
| Registration Fees | $31,275 | $25,650 |
| Professional/Other Fees | $1,689 | $1,689 |
| International Fee | $900 | $900 |
| Health Insurance | $1,686 | $1,686 |
| Total Tuition and Fees | $35,550 | $29,925 |
| Books & Materials | $1,089 | $1,089 |
| Housing | $14,235 | $14,235 |
| Food | $5,814 | $5,814 |
| Transportation | $1,209 | $1,209 |
| Personal/Misc. | $2,052 | $2,052 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $59,949 | $54,324 |
About These International Costs Estimate
Registration Fees: Fees are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
International Students: International students will also pay a $900 International Fee and $1438 International Health Insurance Fee.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Housing & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
MS Fire Protection Program
| MS Fire Protection | MS Fire Protection (online program) |
|
| Registration Fees | $16,560 | $16,560 |
| Additional Fees | $1,689 | $1,659 |
| Total Tuition and Fees | $18,249 | $18,219 |
| Books & Materials | $1,089 | $1,089 |
| Housing | $12,810 | $12,810 |
| Food | $5,232 | $5,232 |
| Transportation | $1,089 | $1,089 |
| Personal/Misc. | $1,848 | $1,848 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $40,317 | $40,287 |
About These Domestic Costs Estimate
Registration Fees: Fees are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Housing & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
| MS Fire Protection | |
| Registration Fees | $16,560 |
| Additional Fees | $1,659 |
| International Fee | $900 |
| Health Insurance | $1,372 |
| Total Tuition and Fees | $20,491 |
| Books & Materials | $1,089 |
| Housing | $12,810 |
| Food | $5,232 |
| Transportation | $1,089 |
| Personal/Misc. | $1,848 |
| Estimated Loan Fees | $0 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $42,559 |
About These International Costs Estimate
Registration Fees: Fees are based on full-time enrollment for the fall, winter and spring quarters and are subject to change.
International Students: International students will also pay a $900 International Fee and $1438 International Health Insurance Fee.
Books & Supplies: Your costs may vary depending on the courses you are taking each quarter.
Housing & Meals: Graduate students may live on-or off-campus and have the option to purchase a meal plan. A typical one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo costs $2160/month. Many students living off-campus have roommates in order to keep their housing costs more affordable. Actual costs of housing and meals will vary depending on where you live and what meal plan you choose.
Transportation/Personal/Misc: Based on reasonable but modest costs in regards to transportation, clothing, recreation and living expenses. Your costs may vary depending on lifestyle.
Loan Fees: Federal Loan borrowers have estimated loan fees added to the cost of attendance.
*We make every effort to publish accurate costs. These numbers have been reviewed but may be subject to change for accuracy, pending further reviews.