Penn State Tuition

Below are the most recent tuition rates and cost estimates for an academic year (fall and spring semesters). These costs are set by the Board of Trustees each year in July. Please visit the Office of Summer Session website to see an estimate of the costs for Penn State's summer session.

2020-2021 Penn State Costs: University Park (for Estimating Purposes Only) Penn State University Park PA Resident Non-PA Resident Tuition and Fees $18,454 $35984 Additional Estimated Costs* $14,158-17,380 $14,158-17,380 TOTAL $32,608-35,830 $50,142-53,364

2020-21 Penn State Costs: Commonwealth Campuses (for Estimating Purposes Only) Penn State Commonwealth Campuses PA Resident Non-PA Resident Tuition and Fees $15,216 $24,926 Additional Estimated Costs* $13,410-16,632 $13,410-16,632 TOTAL $26,752-31,830 $39,084-42,306

*Additional Estimated Costs at All Campuses Additional Costs PA and Non-PA Resident Room and Meals $12,318 Miscellaneous costs

(travel, personal expenses, books, supplies, etc.) vary by individual and academic program of study $1,840-5,062 TOTAL $14,158-17,380

All World Campus students pay the same tuition rate, regardless of residency. Visit the World Campus website for tuition details.

Cost Tools

Penn State provides several tools to help you estimate the costs associated with earning a degree. We encourage students to use them in order to have a better understanding of the true cost of attendance.

College Cost Calculator This tool provides an estimate of the essential costs associated with attending Penn State, allowing for customization for a more accurate reflection of individual costs. Go to College Cost Calculator

Tuition website With this tool, you can calculate tuition based on campus and residency. Go to tuition website