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Tuition and Fees

Earning a college degree doesn’t have to be a financial burden. At Cornerstone University, we understand that education is an investment. Our committed financial aid specialists will provide personalized guidance on paying for college to ensure you achieve your degree goals.

Undergraduate Full Time (On Campus) 2024-25 Rates Per Year
Undergraduate Tuition (12-18 credits, fall and spring terms) $22,000
Residence Hall $7,300
Meals (18 meal plan) $4,600
Undergraduate Online 2024-25 Rates Per Credit
Online Associate & Bachelor's Programs $395
Graduate 2024-25 Tuition Per Credit
Graduate Degrees in Ministry and Education $515
Professional Degrees in Counseling and Leadership $565
Master of Business Administration $610
Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership and Development $745
Fees 2024-25 Per Term
Undergraduate On-Campus Student Services Fee $500
Undergraduate On-line, Graduate, and Seminary Student Services Fee $500

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the student services fee?

The fee covers all services available to students (on campus, online, graduate) in areas like technology resources and software, campus security, counseling and health services, career and life calling services, student activities and student government, disability services, campus ministries, technology support and free admission to athletic events, writing workshops and professional advising.

Are books covered in the cost of my tuition?

Books are not covered in the cost of tuition.

2024-2025 Federal Cost of Attendance Components

Federal Cost of Attendance Components are required to be disclosed per federal regulation. These figures are used to calculate eligibility for federal, state, and institutional aid. Some figures are averages and may not represent actual charges and costs. All figures assume enrollment for two semesters.

Tuition Full Time 3/4 Time 1/2 Time
Undergraduate Residential $22,000 $16,470 $10,980
Undergraduate Online $9,480 $7,110 $4,740
EdD $10,430 $4,470
MBA $8,540 $3,660
Graduate Counseling and Leadership $7,910 $3,390
Graduate Ministry and Education $7,210 $3,090
Books and Supplies Full Time 3/4 Time 1/2 Time
Undergraduate Residential $560 $360 $240
Undergraduate Online $1,200 $900 $600
Graduate Programs $840 $360
Student Services Fee Full Time 3/4 Time 1/2 Time
Undergraduate Residential $1,000 $1,000 $1,000
Undergraduate Online $1,000 $1,000 $1,000
Graduate Programs $1,000 $1,000 $1,000
Loan Fees (Est.) Full Time 3/4 Time 1/2 Time
Undergraduate Residential $100 $100 $100
Undergraduate Online $50 $50 $50
Graduate Programs $140 $140 $140
Food and Housing Full Time 3/4 Time 1/2 Time
Campus Apartment with dependents $8,100 $8,100 $8,100
Campus Apartment without dependents $8,100 $8,100 $8,100
Residence Hall $12,200 $12,200 $12,200
Off Campus $8,900 $8,900 $8,900
Living with Parents $2,700 $2,700 $2,700
In Military Housing or receiving BAH $2,700 $2,700 $2,700
Other $8,900 $8,900 $8,900
Other—All Students Full Time 3/4 Time 1/2 Time
Transportation (estimated) $500 $500 $500
Personal (estimated) $1,700 $1,700 $1,700
Other—Specific Programs Full Time 3/4 Time 1/2 Time
Teacher Ed Seniors – Certification expenses $257 $257 $257
Counseling Seniors – Licensing expenses $125 $125

2024-2025 Tuition and Fees

Undergraduate Full Time (On Campus) Per Year
Undergraduate Full Time (12-18 credits, fall/spring terms) $22,000
Residence Hall $7,300
Meals (15 meal plan) $4,100
Undergraduate Online Per Credit Hour
Online Associate & Bachelor’s Programs $395
Graduate Per Credit Hour
Graduate Degrees in Ministry and Education $515
Professional Degrees in Counseling and Leadership $565
Master of Business Administration $565
Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership and Development $565
Fees Per Term
Undergraduate and Graduate Student Services Fee $500

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