The Science Illustration Certificate Program is a 52-unit program that costs $600 per unit. Total tuition for the certificate program is $31,200. 

  • Tuition payment is paid by term.
  • Tuition does not include housing, materials, or supplies. 
  • If eligible, federal financial aid loans are available up to $20,500 per academic year.

The cost breakdown is an estimated fee structure to complete the program:

Program Fees Cost of Attendance
Tuition ($600 x 52 units)  $31,200
Estimated Materials & Supplies $3,500
Estimated Housing for 10 months $10,000-$16,000

California State University makes every effort to keep student costs affordable. Fees listed in published schedules or student accounts may need to be increased when funding is inadequate or unavailable.