Cost and Investment

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Tuition and Fees

Understanding the cost of attendance is an essential step in planning for your education. Whether you are a full-time traditional student, an online learner, or attending one of our education centers, having a clear view of tuition and fees helps you effectively manage your budget and financial aid.

Below, you’ll find detailed information on costs for each type of enrollment:

Undergraduate (Angola campus)  |  Dual Enrollment
 Summer (Angola campus)
TrineOnline/ MBA, MSIS, MSEM, MSCJ, MSL
Master of Physician Assistant Studies  |  Doctor of Physical Therapy
International Undergraduate/Bachelor  | International Graduate/Master
Associate of Applied Science in Surgical TechnologyAssociate of Science in Nursing | RN to BSN | Doctor of Occupational Therapy

 

Undergraduate - Angola Campus

Fall/Spring Annual Costs
**The average financial aid package awarded from all sources last year was $36,572 per student.**

  2024 - 2025
(costs per academic year unless noted)
Full-Time Tuition (based on 12-18 credit hours/semester) $35,950
Full-Time Engineering Tuition (based on 12-18 credit hours/semester) $38,880
Part-Time Tuition / Overload $1,190/credit hour
Part-Time Engineering Tuition / Overload $1,290/credit hour
Engineering / Science fee
(required for all engineering, science, and health science majors)
$360
Education fee (for all education majors) $100
Student fee $360
Health and Wellness fee* $250
Parking Permit fee** $130
Audit fee*** $595/credit hour
Housing  
Apartment $7,400
Residence hall, traditional $5,700
Residence hall, traditional w/ AC (limited availability) $6,000
Residential house - double room $7,750
Residential house - single room $8,550
Villa (restrictions apply) $8,200
Meal Plans  
19 meals/week $5,170
10 meals/week $4,600
Villa/Commuter, 50 meals/semester (restrictions apply) $870
*The Health and Wellness fee is mandatory for all undergraduate students. This allows students free office visits and access to wellness programs at our Health Center located on campus throughout the year – this is NOT health insurance.
** ALL students are charged the parking permit fee, unless a waiver is completed on myPortal. The deadline to waive for the 2024-2025 academic year is September 9, 2024. 
***Audit fees only apply to full or part-time students auditing classes.

Additional Information

  • Scholarships and Financial Aid: Learn how financial aid, scholarships, and grants can help reduce your costs.
  • Payment Plans: Explore options for manageable payment schedules that fit your financial needs.
  • Contact the Business Office: Have questions? Our Business Office is here to assist you with any tuition or fee inquiries.

Invest in Your Future
At Trine University, we are committed to providing a quality education at a great value. Understanding your costs is the first step in making your educational goals a reality.

Summer 2024 Costs

  • Tuition - $460/credit hour
  • Engineering Tuition - $540/credit hour

Dual Enrollment

Semester Costs (2024-25 academic year) 

  • Tuition for courses taken online - $50/credit hour
  • Tuition for courses taken at your high school - $25/credit hour
  • Tuition for courses taken at the Trine University campus - $95/credit hour