International Students

Graduate tuition and fees

Itemized cost Estimated cost
Tuition and fees $15,207 (at 8 units/semester*)
Living expenses $15,000
Health insurance $1,600
Personal expenses, books $2,700
Estimated total (one year) $34,507

Living Expenses: Approx $4,000-$7,700 per semester for housing. Approx $1,700 - $2,800 per semester for meal plan.
All international students must be covered by the CSUMB health insurance policy.
Please note that costs are approximate, and may vary by personal preference and situation, and are subject to change.

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*Additional units are charged at the non-resident fee of $396 per unit.

Please Note:

  • Costs are approximate and may vary based on housing availability, personal preferences, and individual circumstances.
  • California State University strives to keep student costs affordable. However, fees listed in published schedules or student accounts may be subject to change. CSU reserves the right to increase or modify fees, even after initial payments are made. 
  • All CSU listed fees should be regarded as estimates subject to change upon approval by the Board of Trustees.