CSU Global Tuition and Costs

No! There are no additional costs beyond tuition.

At CSU Global, we’re proud to consistently be ranked as one of the most affordable online universities in the country. This isn’t by accident; we work diligently to keep our costs manageable and transparent.

Enrolling at CSU Global is straightforward. You’ll know your tuition from day one, and it’s locked for the duration of your program as long as you stay continuously enrolled. We keep it simple — all you pay is tuition. No extra student fees, facility fees, or fancy gym fees. Just the occasional e-book or course materials you might need, which we make sure are reasonably priced.

In the 2024/25 academic year, the average cost per course for books and materials was around $65. Many CSU Global courses utilize RedShelf within the virtual classroom, allowing you to have your course materials built in and readily available.

No, tuition fees do not vary depending on the program.

At CSU Global, we keep it straightforward. Tuition fees for all undergraduate courses, certificates, and degrees are $375 per credit. Tuition fees for all graduate courses, certificates, and degrees are $675 per credit.

Whether you’re pursuing an MBA, a master’s degree in accounting, or a master’s in marketing, the cost per credit remains the same. No complicated cost variances by program, ever.

Yes, we offer payment plans for accounts where tuition is overdue.

Setting up a payment plan is straightforward. Simply log in to the student portal, navigate to the “My Account and Financial Aid” section, and select “Pay My Tuition.” From there, choose the appropriate term under “Payment Plans,” and follow the on-screen instructions to enroll. We’ve made it easy for you to manage your payments.

It’s important to note that each payment plan comes with a non-refundable $25 enrollment fee. In addition, you must have your account paid in full before you can register for future courses.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please get in touch with Student Accounts. We’re here to help!

Nope. Everyone pays the same rate.

Tuition fees for all undergraduate courses, certificates, and degrees are $375 per credit. Tuition fees for all graduate courses, certificates, and degrees are $675 per credit. It doesn’t vary based on where the student lives.

The first step in applying for financial aid is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online. Be sure to include our school code, 042087, on your FAFSA.

Once your FAFSA is submitted, our financial aid office will receive your information and begin the process of determining your eligibility for various financial aid options. For full details, please refer to our financial aid page.

Keep in mind that you do not have to accept all of the awards offered to you. If you accept loans, you also accept the responsibility of paying those loans back.

Institutional Scholarship: CSU Global offers numerous scholarships to its students every trimester. While you can apply before being accepted to the university, you must be admitted to receive a scholarship. For details and deadlines, please get in touch with your enrollment or student success counselor.

Outside Scholarships: There are many scholarships available for college students, and we encourage you to seek them out. Many corporations and organizations offer scholarship opportunities with specific eligibility criteria.

Visit our scholarship page for a comprehensive list of scholarships, including our institutional offerings and external opportunities.

Yes! Colorado State University Global is proud to offer discounted tuition and support tailored to active service members, veterans, and their families. More details are available here.

We accept all VA education benefits, VR&E Chapter 31 benefits, Federal Military Tuition Assistance, and Colorado National Guard Tuition Assistance. As the only 100% online institution where Colorado National Guard members can apply their tuition assistance benefits, we ensure your tuition costs remain stable with our tuition guarantee.

Please note that CSU Global is not a Yellow Ribbon Program school, but the Post-9/11 GI Bill® covers all qualified tuition charges for eligible military students.

Contact Information:

• Admissions/Enrollment Assistance: 855-753-9557
• Continuing Students Academic Questions: 877-900-2655 (Option 1 for undergraduate, Option 2 for graduate)
• Benefit Assistance: military.benefits@csuglobal.edu or 855-212-6700

Yes, you can use your employer assistance benefits for tuition at CSU Global. We offer options to help you with employer benefits, whether through employer reimbursement or direct invoicing from CSU Global via third-party billing.

Regardless of how your employer prefers to handle education benefits, we offer a deferment on your tuition due date, allowing payment up to 45 days after the end of the term. This gives you time to report your course completion to your employer and receive your reimbursement, or for your employer to send payment directly to CSU Global.

Please contact your finance advisor for more details on utilizing your employer assistance.

A course may be dropped on or before the seventh day (census date) without penalty. If a student drops a course on or before the drop date for a term, the tuition paid will be refunded. However, if a student withdraws from the course after the drop date, the tuition will not be refunded. The student will be responsible for unpaid tuition charges, and the paid admission application fee will not be refunded. A student with a credit balance due to a course drop will receive a refund by check or a credit back to their credit/debit card.

Tuition refunds for financial aid students in undergraduate certificate programs will be evaluated and processed at the mid-point of the program for the first payment period, at the end of the program for the second payment period, or upon withdrawal from the program. Students will receive a refund for any course(s) dropped on or before the drop date. The refund policy may be impacted by state law where a student resides, and CSU Global will adhere to any state-specific laws regarding tuition refunds.

For more information, please visit our financial services policies page.