Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
Earning a degree at AU is an investment of both time and money. We do our best to manage costs to keep your return on investment high.
Thanks to our generous donors and endowment, in conjunction with federal and state aid programs, we can offer students multiple options for offsetting the cost of a private school education. Our knowledgeable and experienced counselors will partner with you to ensure you receive the financial information you need to help make your college financing decisions.
2020-21 Traditional Undergraduate Estimated Cost of Attendance
| Tuition Rates | |
| 1-11 credit hour(s) | $1,312 per credit hour |
| 12-18 credit hours | $15,735 per semester |
| Summer term (2020) | $400 per credit hour |
| Room Rates | |
| Standard dorm room | $3,150 per semester |
| Private room – upon availability | $3,600 per semester |
| Fair Commons (restrictions apply) | $3,680 per semester |
| University Terrace (restrictions apply) | $3,680 per semester |
| Meal Plan Costs | |
| Raven Value | $2,270 per semester |
| Raven Unlimited | $2,550 per semester |
| Raven On-the-Go (Juniors & Seniors Only) | $1,250 per semester |
| Raven Dollars | $50 minimum |
| Miscellaneous Fees & Estimated Expenses | |
| Student Services Fee | $315 per semester |
| First Year Experience Fee | $130 |
| Parking Permit | $60 per year |
| Books * | $600 per semester |
| Travel * | $500 per semester |
| Personal Expenses * | $900 per semester |
*Estimated expenses; not fixed charges, and will vary by student.
Semester Withdraw Refund Schedule
| Date of Withdraw | Refund % |
|---|---|
| Prior to January 15 | 100% |
| January 16-21 | 90% |
| January 22-28 | 80% |
| January 29 – February 4 | 60% |
| February 5-11 | 40% |
| February 12-18 | 20% |
| After February 18 | 0% |