Tuition and Fees
At SBU, we will work with you to ensure that SBU is a valuable investment for you and your family. We offer generous scholarship offerings for academic achievement, athletic or fine arts performance, and more.
Our SBU Estimator tool can help you learn about the scholarships and financial aid for which you qualify,
and allow you to calculate your estimated cost. You will receive personal attention throughout the financial aid process.
Cost breakdown for undergraduate students on the Bolivar campus:
Tuition | $24,500 |
Room | $3,400 |
Board (20-meal plan) | $4,640 |
Fees | $940 |
Total | $33,480/year |
With an average financial aid package of more than $27,000 for each student, this cost is greatly reduced by our generous scholarships and other financial aid. Use the SBU Estimator to calculate your estimated cost.
Branch Campus and Graduate Studies cost information can be found below.
Note: Textbooks are a separate cost, not directly charged by the University.
Whether it's your academic accomplishments, your athletic achievements, your fine
arts skills, or more, we are sure there are scholarship opportunities for you! The
SBU Estimator is our cost calculator tool that will help you and your family get a better idea
of your estimated financial aid at SBU. Fill out the cost calculator to learn more,
then send your results to our admissions staff to receive follow-up contact to discuss
how we can make your SBU dream a reality!
For detailed financial information, please see the University Catalog.
Some academic programs on the Bolivar campus have additional program fees. View information on program-specific fees.
The cost of textbooks is not directly charged by the University. Students are responsible for purchasing the textbooks needed for their courses. View textbook information online through the University Bookstore, which is independently owned and operated.