Tuition & Costs

 

IPO Tuition Costs 2024-2025

Keep in mind: YSU is one of the most affordable universities in the entire United States. A YSU education won't leave you buried in debt after you graduate.  Our tuition rates will give you freedom and flexibility to start your career right away or explore more educational opportunities after you earn your degree.  

International students for undergraduate study pay non-resident (outside regional area) tuition and fees at Youngstown State University. Tuition and fees are estimates and subject to change. When estimating the cost for attending YSU, please include housing and living expenses, and health insurance which is mandatory for all international students enrolled at YSU. Please note that your expenses will be significantly higher if you have accompanying dependents (spouse and/or children).     

Expense Area Cost
Estimated Undergraduate Tuition and Cost (2024)

Average tuition and fees

$11,900

Room and Board

$10,920

Books and supplies

$1,200

Health Insurance

$1,420

Total estimated expenses for one academic year of study (9 months - based on 12-18 credit hours)

$25,440

Expense Area Cost
Estimated Graduate Tuition and Cost (2024)

Average tuition and fees

$10,750

Room and Board

$10,920

Books and supplies

$1,200

Health Insurance

$1,420

Total estimated expenses for one academic year of study (9 months based on 9 credit hours)

$24,290

Please use YSU Tuition Estimator for estimated tuition based on your case.

Tuition and fees may vary by major, college and area of study. The university reserves the right to assess fees for special services and programs applicable to students. First-time International undergraduate students' tuition rate is established based on first enrollment and remains unchanged for four consecutive years. Graduate students should plan for a yearly tuition increase of approximately 5%.

  1. For a complete list of additional fees and detailed tuition information please visit the University Bursar website at University Bursar | YSU.
  2. Cost of the most popular room and meal plan combination; Your cost will depend on the plans you select. Costs in the box cover the most popular room and meal plan combination (on-campus); If you choose to live off-campus, the estimated cost of room and meals will be around $12,000 based on 12 months.
  3. Health insurance is required for international students.

Additional estimated annual expenses for family member(s) accompanying the student to the U.S.

Living expenses (nine months)

For spouse only .............. $7,500

For each child .............. $4,000

Students needing to pay by international wire now have two options. Click on Flywire or TransferMate link below for more information.

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TransferMate (Available as a payment option on your Penguin Portal.)

 

Payments through Flywire and TransferMate should not be submitted until registered. Any payments received prior to registration will be returned to payment source (Flywire or TransferMate). Payment needs to be made for amount owed. Any overpayment will be returned to payment source.