

Tuition & Fees
How much will you pay to attend Cal U? That, in part, depends on a number of variables, such as whether or not you are a Pennsylvania resident, whether you live at home or on campus, and what specific program you are taking. The costs are generally broken down into tuition, fees, and room and board. If you choose to live at Vulcan Village, those expenses will be additional. Every July, the board of governors establishes the actual tuition rates for the following academic year. The Bursar's Office at the University sends out bills at the beginning of each semester.
Here are tuition costs at Cal U for the 2012-2013 academic year.
Undergraduate Costs
UNDERGRADUATE TUITION (per semester) 2012-2013
| Type of Student | Number of Credits | Cost per Semester |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time Undergraduate | 12-18 credits | $3,214 |
| Full-time Undergraduate | for each additional credit | $268 |
| Part-time Undergraduate | for each credit less than 12 | $268 |
| Type of Student | Number of Credits | Cost per Semester |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time Undergraduate | 12-18 credits | $5,143 |
| Full-time Undergraduate | for each additional credit | $429 |
| Part-time Undergraduate | for each credit less than 12 | $429 |
| Summer/Special Session Students | for each credit | $429 |
| Type of Student | Number of Credits | Cost per Semester |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time Undergraduate | for 12-18 credits | $8,035 |
| Full-time Undergraduate | for each additional credit | $670 |
| Part-time Undergraduate | for each credit (less than 12) |
$670 |
| Type of Student | Minimum Per Credit | Maximum Per Credit |
|---|---|---|
| Nonresidential Undergraduate | $273 | $670 |
Note: The part time rates per credit hour shall pertain to all summer session and interim session course offerings.
UNDERGRADUATE FEES (per semester) 2012-2013
In addition to tuition, your bill will reflect certain fees that allow you to utilize on-campus facilities, labs, and equipment as well as cover additional costs at our Southpointe campus.
Here is a list of (per semester) fees for undergraduate students attending Cal U during the 2012-2013 academic year.
Many students are now enrolling in both web classes and main campus classes during one semester. In order for these students to have access to all the services available on the main campus, the fee schedule is changing. Effective with the Fall 2008 semester, students taking even one class on main campus will pay main campus fees for that semester.
| Number of Credits | Cost |
|---|---|
| 9 credits or more | $182.25 flat fee |
| 1-8 credits | $20.25 per credit |
In Accordance with PA State System of Higher Education Board of Governors Policy 1990-03-A.
| Type of Student | Cost |
|---|---|
| PA Resident | |
| Full -Time (12 to 18 Credits) | $179.00 |
| Per Credit | $15.00 |
| Non PA Resident | |
| Full-Time (12 to 18 Credits) | $271.00 |
| Per Credit | $23.00 |
| International | |
| Full-Time (12 to 18 Credits) | $271.00 |
| Per Credit | $23.00 |
The purpose of this fee is for instructional technology. It supplements the current resources California University of PA puts into instructional technology. It will enhance student access to technology in the classroom.
| Number of Credits | Cost |
|---|---|
| 12 or more credits | $85.00 flat fee |
| 1 to 11 credits | $7.09 per credit |
This fee has three components- Health Services Fee, Counseling Center Fee, and Career Service Fee.
| Number of Credits | Cost |
|---|---|
| 12 or more credits | $250.00 flat fee |
| 1 to 11 credits | $20.83 per credit |
This fee covers the activities and services provided by the Student Association, Inc. (SAI) and fund the many student organizations on campus.
| Number of Credits | Cost |
|---|---|
| All Students | |
| 12 or more credits | $148.00 flat fee |
| 1 to 11 credits | $12.34 per credit |
This fee covers the cost of renovating the Old Student Union and constructing the addition to the Student Union. Under the policy of the Board of Governors of the State System of Higher Education, these costs are to be paid by the students. The project was approved in a student referendum.
| Number of Credits | Cost |
|---|---|
| 12 or more credits | $84.00 flat fee |
| 1 to 11 credits | $7.00 per credit |
As required by the policy of the Board of Governors of the State System of Higher Education, the cost of operating and maintaining the Student Union is to be paid by student fees.
| Number of Credits | Cost |
|---|---|
|
Undergraduate PA Residents: 12 or more credits 1-11 credits |
$339.30 flat fee $28.30 per credit |
|
Undergraduate Non-PA Residents: 12 or more credits 1-11 credits |
$541.40 flat fee $45.20 per credit |
|
Undergraduate-International 12 or more credits 1-11 credits |
$830.60 flat fee $69.30 per credit |
This fee supplements funds provided by the tuition to meet the costs of educational supplies and equipment in the academic programs of the University.
| Number of Credits | Cost |
|---|---|
| 12 or more credits | $158.00 flat fee |
| 1- 11 credits | $13.18 per credit |
This fee covers the costs of renovating the Herron Recreation Center. Under policy of the Board of Governors of the State System of Higher Education, these costs are to be paid by the students. The project was approved in a student referendum. (Approved by Council of Trustees, June 6, 2007, effective Fall 2008).
| Number of Credits | Cost |
|---|---|
| Per student per semester to all students who have regular access to campus to include all students enrolled in at least one class on campus |
$50.00 flat fee (12 or more credits) $4.17 per credit (1-11 credits) |
This fee covers the expenses related to the expansion and improvement of the current shuttle service between the main campus and Roadman Park and points in between.
If you're a Global Online student, use Cal U's online calculator to add up your tuition and fees.
undergraduate housing and meal plan costs 2012-2013
Graduate Costs
GRADUATE TUITION (per semester) 2012-2013
| Type of Student | Number of Credits | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Student | 1 to 15 credits | $429.00 per credit |
| Type of Student | Number of Credits | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Student | 1 to 15 credits | $644.00 per credit |
The part-time rates per credit hour shall pertain to all summer session and interim session course offerings.
GRADUATE FEES (per semester) 2012-2013
Graduate Program Rates and Fee Descriptions for 2011-2012
Many graduate students attend classes either at the main campus or our Southpointe campus, as well as online. If you attend even one class on the main campus, you will be charged a main campus fee for that semester. If you have questions, feel free to contact the Bursar's Office at 724-938-4431 or e-mail cupbursars@calu.edu.
If you're a Global Online student, use Cal U's online calculator to add up your tuition and fees.
Here is a list of fees for graduate students attending Cal U during the 2010-2011 academic year.
| Number of Credits | Cost |
|---|---|
| 9 or more credits | $182.25 flat fee |
| 1-8 credits | $20.25 per credit |
In Accordance with PA State System of Higher Education Board of Governors Policy 1990-03-A.
| Type of Student | Cost |
|---|---|
| Graduate PA Resident | $21.00 per credit |
| Graduate Non-PA Resident | $31.00 per credit |
The purpose of this fee is for instructional technology. It supplements the current resources California University of PA puts into instructional technology. It will enhance student access to technology in the classroom.
| Number of Credits | Cost |
|---|---|
| 9 or more credits | $85.00 flat fee |
| 1-8 credits | $9.45 per credit |
This fee has three components-Health Services Fee, Counseling Center Fee, and Career Service Fee.
| Number of Credits | Cost |
|---|---|
| 9 or more credits | $155.00 |
| 1- 8 credits | $17.22 per credit |
This fee covers the activities and services provided by the Student Association, Inc (SAI) and fund the many student organizations on campus.
| Number of Credits | Cost |
|---|---|
| 9 or more credits | 148.00 |
| 1 to 8 credits | $16.44 per credit |
This fee covers the cost of renovating the Old Student Union and constructing the addition to the Student Union. Under policy of the Board of Governors of the State System of Higher Education, these costs are to be paid by the students. The project was approved in a student referendum.
| Number of Credits | Cost |
|---|---|
| 9 or more credits | $84.00 |
| 1 to 8 credits | $9.34 per credit |
As required by the policy of the Board of Governors of the State System of Higher Education, the cost of operating and maintaining the Student Union is to be paid by student fees.
| Type of student | Cost |
|---|---|
| Graduate PA Resident |
$67.50 per credit |
| Graduate Non-PA Resident |
$101.25 per credit |
Ths fee supplements funds provided by the tuition to meet costs of educational supplies and equipment in the academic programs of the University.
| Number of Credits | Cost |
|---|---|
| 9 or more credits | $158.00 |
| 1 to 8 credits | $17.56 per credit |
This fee covers the costs of renovating the Herron Recreation Center. Under policy of the Board of Governors of the State System of Higher Education, these costs are to be paid by the students. The project was approved in a student referendum. (Approved by Council of Trustees, June 6, 2007, effective Fall 2008).
| number of credits | Cost |
|---|---|
|
Per student per semester for all students who have regular access to main campus, including all students enrolled in at least one class on campus. 9 or more credits |
$50.00 flat fee |
|
1 to 8 credits |
$5.56 per credit |
This fee covers the expenses related to the expansion and improvement of the current shuttle service between main campus and Roadman Park and points in between.
Graduate Housing and Meal Plan Costs 2012-2013
Global Online (100% Online Programs) Costs
Tuition for Online Programs
How much will you pay for the web-based programs at Cal U? That, in part, depends on a number of variables, including whether or not you are a Pennsylvania resident and what specific program you are taking. Every July, the Board of Governors establishes the actual tuition rates for the following academic year. Bills are sent at the beginning of each semester by the Bursar's Office. For questions about payment or tuition, you may contact the Fiscal Assistant at 724-938-5958,by e-mail at chillharbulak@calu.edu, or call the Office of Web-based Programs toll-free at 1-866-595-6348 and a client service specialist can transfer you.
Fees for Online Programs
Campus fees are determined by the campus location of individual classes. If you are enrolled at multiple campuses, you will be charged the mandatory fees for the appropriate campus.
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