Tuition and Other Fees
Regular Courses
Fees are calculated based on enrollment units and residency. To view fee information, see Fall, Spring or Summer as appropriate.
Additionally, Cost of Attendance (COA) is the estimated cost to attend SJSU during the 9-month academic year (August to May). Review the COA table to gain an approximate idea of what an academic year is like financially.
Non-California Resident Fees
Non-resident students pay basic registration fees plus $420 per unit. For information on residency rules and regulations, visit Office of the Registrar Residency.
Graduate Professional Program Fees
For students in the Early Career MBA, MS Accountancy and MS Finance programs, the program-related class fees are $285 per unit in addition to basic registration fees and non-California resident fees (if applicable). Review frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the Graduate Business Professional Fee [pdf] or visit Lucas Graduate School of Business for more information.
Open University Courses
Fees are charged per class. To view fee information, visit Open University: How much does it cost?
Miscellaneous Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Fee | $20 | Assessed when a past-due account is sent to collections |
| Course Fee | Varies | Additional fees or materials required pertaining to a particular course—determined by department/college offering the course |
| Returned Check Fee (first offense) |
$25 | Assessed when a check is returned from bank for the first time |
| Returned Check Fee (second offense) |
$35 | Assessed when check is returned from bank for the second time |
| ID Replacement Fee | $20 | Assessed when requesting a new Tower Card to replace a card that has been lost or stolen |
| Installment Payment Plan Fee—Fall and Spring | $35 | Assessed as a one-time (per semester) processing fee included in the first installment |
| Late Enrollment Fee | $200 | Assessed when students add classes after census, but before finals |
| Retroactive Add Fee | $200 | Assessed when students enroll in a class after the semester has ended |
