Cost of Attendance
At CSUMB, we rely on a federal formula to review every student's financial circumstances and calculate financial aid eligibility according to the expected family contribution (EFC) and cost of attendance.
For example, a student living on campus and enrolled full-time has a cost of attendance of $28,717. Suppose the EFC (determined by the Department of Education based on the FAFSA) is $3000. In that case, the financial aid office will subtract the EFC from the cost of attendance to determine financial aid eligibility.
Cost of Attendance: $28,717
Expected Contribution: - $3,000
Financial Aid Eligibility: $25,717
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Estimated Cost of Attendance
The cost of attendance is based on the estimated cost of a typical student's tuition fees, books and supplies, room and board, transportation, and personal expenses for a nine-month academic year (fall and spring semester).
Below is the estimated cost of attendance breakdown for undergraduate students.
| Living With Parents | 2023-2024 Academic Year (two semesters) |
|---|---|
| Total fees | $7,353 |
| Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment | $864 |
| Living expenses | $9,561 |
| Transportation | $2,426 |
| Miscellaneous | $3,136 |
| Loan fees* | $82 |
| Estimated Cost of Attendance | $23,422 |
| Living On Campus | 2023-2024 Academic Year (two semesters) |
|---|---|
| Total fees | $7,353 |
| Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment | $864 |
| Living expenses | $16,413 |
| Transportation | $1,590 |
| Miscellaneous | $2,415 |
| Loan fees* | $82 |
| Estimated Cost of Attendance | $28,717 |
| Living Off-Campus | 2023-2024 Academic Year (two semesters) |
|---|---|
| Total fees | $7,353 |
| Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment | $864 |
| Living expenses | $20,923 |
| Transportation | $2,880 |
| Miscellaneous | $4,051 |
| Loan fees* | $82 |
| Estimated Cost of Attendance | $36,152 |
*Loan fees are applied only if the student borrows a Federal Student Loans or the parents borrow a Federal PLUS loan.
The Cost of Attendance (COA) is the estimated cost to attend CSUMB during the 9-month academic year (August to May).
While your individual costs may vary, the COA reflects a modest living allowance. Figures are from the CSU’s recommended standard student budgets in conjunction with CSAC’s Student Expense Budgets.
Information on Off-Campus Cost: In accordance with California Assembly Bill 990, CSUMB provides the typical market cost of a one-bedroom apartment in the cities where students commonly reside.
- Marina: $1,941
- Seaside: $2,139
- Monterey: $2,184
- Salinas: $1,897
The Food and Housing costs included in the off-campus estimated cost of attendance represent the typical costs for students. Actual costs will vary.