Tuition & Costs for 2026–2027
2026–2027 Estimated Cost of Attendance
| Undergraduate Living On Campus (Per Year) | Undergraduate Living At Home (Per Year) | Undergraduate Living Off Campus (Per Year) | |
| Tuition 12–18 Hours | $38,750 | $38,750 | $38,750 |
| Student Services Fee | $420 | $420 | $420 |
| Technology Fee | $250 | $250 | $250 |
| Student Enhancement Fee | $170 | $170 | $170 |
| Residence Hall Traditional with roommate | $7,340 | $1,820* | $8,700* |
| Meals Standard plan of 15 meals per week | $6,220 | $1,430* | $5,940* |
| Books/Supplies* Estimate – Will not appear on tuition bill | $1,000* | $1,000* | $1,000* |
| Personal/Misc.* Estimate – Will not appear on tuition bill | $2,550* | $2,550* | $2,600* |
| Transportation* Estimate – Will not appear on tuition bill | $1,100* | $1,400* | $3,320* |
| TOTAL | Direct Costs: $53,150 Direct & Indirect Costs: $57,800 | Direct Costs: $39,590 Direct & Indirect Costs: $47,790 | Direct Costs: $39,590 Direct & Indirect Costs: $61,150 |
* Indicates estimate of indirect costs. Indirect costs are estimated costs associated with going to college and should be included in your budget. Indirect costs will not be charged by the university and will not appear on the tuition bill.
Please note that the estimated costs above reflect the direct and indirect costs before applying any scholarships or financial aid funds. All admitted first-year students for fall 2026 are awarded an academic scholarship ranging from $18,000 to $28,000 per year based on their core high school GPA. All admitted transfer students for fall 2026 are awarded an academic scholarship ranging from $7,000 to $19,000 per year based on their cumulative college GPA.
Basic costs to students for the 2026–2027 academic year are shown below:
| Tuition | Per Semester | Per Year |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | ||
| Block Rate Tuition (12-18 hours)* | $19,375 | $38,750 |
| Hourly Rate | $1,275 | N/A |
| Hourly Rate – Summer School (per credit hour) | $435 | N/A |
| Graduate – Traditional & Concurrent | ||
| Hourly Rate** | $1,275 | N/A |
| Other Graduate Programs (per credit hour) | ||
| Master of Business Administration | $675 | N/A |
| Master of Education | $525 | N/A |
| Doctorate of Education (EdD) | $850 | N/A |
| Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) | $875 | N/A |
| Master of Science in Nursing (DEMSN) | $825 | N/A |
| Post-Baccalaureate Teaching Certification | $385 | N/A |
* Tuition rate for concurrent graduate programs (students enrolled in concurrent programs earn both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in five years).
** Tuition rate for traditional graduate programs NOT listed in the chart above. If the program you are interested in is listed under “Other Graduate Programs (per credit hour),” please refer to the specified cost.
Regular Fees
| Audit | $100/credit hour |
| Music Fees | |
| Music Lesson Fees (one private lesson/week) | $260/semester |
| Music Lesson Fees (two private lessons/week) | $520/semester |
| Nursing ATI Fee | |
| BSN (Traditional & Accelerated) | $1,000.25/semester* |
| MSN | $812.20/semester* |
| Student Enhancement Fee | $85/semester |
| Student Services Fee | $210/semester |
| Technology Fee | $125/semester |
| Other Course Fees | Vary by course |
| *subject to change |
| Special Fees | |
|---|---|
| Audit a class (per semester hour) | $100 |
| Career Planning Registration (Pathway Pursuit) | $25 |
| Housing Cancellation Fee | $500 |
| Installment/Payment Plan Fee | $50 |
| Late Registration | $100 |
| Late Registration for Summer | $25 |
| Late Payment Fee | $15 |
| Mountain Biking | $150 |
| Music Lesson Fees (one private lesson/week) | $250/semester |
| Music Lesson Fees (two private lessons/week) | $500/semester |
| Replacement ID Card | $25 |
| Scuba Diving/Dive Master Certification | $300 |
| Replacement Diploma | $75 |
| Transcript of Record (mailed copy) | $7.25 |
| Transcript of Record (digital copy) | $8.25 |
Special fees are charged through the student’s account and are refundable prior to the first day of class each semester.
Additional expenses are estimated costs that students may incur but are not charged to the student’s account. Students can ask for an increase in the financial aid cost of attendance in order to borrow additional loans to cover these expenses, but no scholarships/grants are available.
| All Students | |
|---|---|
| Books | $500/semester |
| Background Check | $45 |
| Convenience Fee | 2.7% of amount charged |
| Pay Now Fee | $2 |
| Payment Plan Fee | $50/semester |
| Nursing Students | |
|---|---|
| Background Check | $45 |
| CPR Training | $75 |
| Castle Branch Fee | $75/$35 |
| Exam Soft | $38/semester |
| Nurse Kit & Stethoscope | $239 |
| NCLEX Exam | $375 |
| TEAS Test | $115/test |
| ABSN Books | $625/semester |
| SNA Membership | $10/year |
TLU offers generous academic scholarships ranging from $18,000 per year to $28,000 per year, and your application for admission also serves as your scholarship application.
Definitions
- Cost of Attendance (COA) – The COA is an estimate of a student’s educational expenses (tuition, room, board/meals, supplies, books, and other expenses) for the year. The COA allows a student to prepare for the cost of attending an institution. The COA is different than what will appear on a billing statement. The billing statement will show only direct charges or the charge that a student is expected to pay each year, which includes tuition, room and board (if the student is living on campus and/or purchases a meal plan), and student activity and technology fees.
- Tuition and Fees – The average cost of tuition and fees for a typical undergraduate student is based on enrolling for 30 hours per year (i.e., two semesters at 12-18 hours per semester). The actual costs that a student incurs may vary depending on the student’s degree or certificate program.
- Residence Hall Room and Meal Plan – An estimate of the cost of living in a traditional residence hall with a standard meal plan.
- Books – The average cost of books is $500 per semester ($1,000 per year). The cost varies based on the type and number of classes taken during the semester. While books are an expense, they are NOT included on the student’s bill.
Lower Your College Costs – Financial Aid at TLU
How Can I Receive Financial Aid from TLU?
Over 95% of our students receive scholarships or need-based financial aid such as federal, state, and institutional grants, federal work-study, and federal loans. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form at studentaid.gov and enter TLU’s code 003641 to send your FAFSA to TLU. When TLU receives your FAFSA information from the U.S. Department of Education, we will provide you with your financial aid offer, which will include all of the institutional, state, and federal aid you qualify to receive.
When Can I Expect a Financial Aid Offer from TLU?
Traditionally, financial aid offers are sent to new students beginning in November prior to the incoming fall semester.
What Should I Do to Ensure I Am Considered for Financial Aid?
TLU encourages all students, returning and incoming, to complete the FAFSA at www.studentaid.gov for the 2026–2027 academic year.