Estimated Cost of Attendance

Below are Estimated Cost of Attendance for the current academic year at Indiana State University. This information is based upon full-time enrollment in both Fall and Spring semesters. Additional fees may apply.

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Office of Financial Aid

220 North Seventh Street
150 Tirey Hall
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN 47809

Office Hours:
Mon. – Fri.: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.; 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Phone Hours:
Mon. – Fri.: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.; 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

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Phone: (812) 237-2215
Fax: (812) 237-4330

2025-2026 Estimated Cost of Attendance

Understanding Your Financial Aid Estimate

The information provided below helps determine your eligibility for financial aid and supports financial planning for students and families. As required by the U.S. Department of Education, we include estimates for:

  • Direct Costs – expenses billed by the university, such as tuition and fees.
  • Indirect Costs – reasonable allowances for items like books, transportation, personal expenses, and other non-billed costs.

Please note: actual costs will vary depending on individual choices, enrollment status, academic program, and other personal factors.

2025-2026 Estimated Cost of Attendance for Undergraduate Students (Fall and Spring.

Direct Costs: Tuition and Fees. There may be additional fees based on your program of study: https://indianastate.edu/administration/finance-admin/controller-bursar/labcourseprogram-fees

Indirect Costs: Estimated educational expenses based on one year of study at Indiana State University. These are estimates and will not appear on the student bill.

Undergraduate Students (Fall and Spring)

Living on-campus                                        Direct CostIndiana ResidentNon-Resident Reduced Rate *Non-Resident and International
Tuition (12-18 credit hours per semester)9,978.00 13,778.00 22,646.00 
Living Expenses - Housing
(on-campus traditional double occupancy room)
 
7,570.00 7,570.00 7,570.00 
Living Expenses - Food
(all-access meal plan)
 
4,838.00 4,838.00 4,838.00 
Recreation Center Fee200.00 200.00 200.00 
Health and Wellness Fee80.00 80.00 80.00 
TOTAL DIRECT COST22,666.00 26,466.00 35,334.00 
    
Indirect Cost   
Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment 1,290.00 1,290.00 1,290.00 
Miscellaneous Personal Expense2,140.00 2,140.00 2,140.00 
Transportation500.00 750.00 1,000.00 
Federal Educational Loan Fees66.00 66.00 66.00 
TOTAL INDIRECT COST3,996.00 4,246.00 4,496.00 
TOTAL COST OF ATTENDANCE26,662.00 30,712.00 39,830.00 

Living at home with Parent                                       Direct CostIndiana ResidentNon-Resident Reduced Rate *Non-Resident and International
Tuition (12-18 credit hours per semester)9,978.00 13,778.00 22,646.00 
Living Expenses - Housing and Food4,282.00 4,282.00 4,282.00 
Recreation Center Fee200.00 200.00 200.00 
Health and Wellness Fee80.00 80.00 80.00 
TOTAL DIRECT COST14,540.00 18,340.00 27,208.00 
    
Indirect Cost   
Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment 1,290.00 1,290.00 1,290.00 
Miscellaneous Personal Expense2,140.00 2,140.00 2,140.00 
Transportation1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 
Federal Educational Loan Fees66.00 66.00 66.00 
TOTAL INDIRECT COST4,496.00 4,496.00 4,496.00 
TOTAL COST OF ATTENDANCE19,036.00 22,836.00 31,704.00 

Living off-campus                                        Direct CostIndiana ResidentNon-Resident Reduced Rate *Non-Resident and International
Tuition (12-18 credit hours per semester)9,978.00 13,778.00 22,646.00 
Living Expenses - Housing and Food

 
12,342.00 12,342.00 12,342.00 
Recreation Center Fee200.00 200.00 200.00 
Health and Wellness Fee80.00 80.00 80.00 
TOTAL DIRECT COST22,600.00 26,400.00 35,268.00 
    
Indirect Cost   
Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment 1,290.00 1,290.00 1,290.00 
Miscellaneous Personal Expense2,140.00 2,140.00 2,140.00 
Transportation1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 
Federal Educational Loan Fees66.00 66.00 66.00 
TOTAL INDIRECT COST4,496.00 4,496.00 4,496.00 
TOTAL COST OF ATTENDANCE27,096.00 30,896.00 39,764.00 

* Visit https://indianastate.edu/costs-aid/undergraduate-costs for information on non-resident reduced tuition rates and credit hour rates.

Graduate Students (Fall and Spring)

Living on-campus                                        Direct CostIndiana ResidentNon-Resident Reduced Rate *Non-Resident and International
Tuition (6 credit hours per semester)5,544.00 7,236.00 11,172.00 
Living Expenses - Housing  
(on-campus traditional double occupancy room)
 
7,570.00 7,570.00 7,570.00 
Living Expenses - Food
(all-access meal plan)
 
4,838.00 4,838.00 4,838.00 
Recreation Center Fee200.00 200.00 200.00 
Health and Wellness Fee80.00 80.00 80.00 
TOTAL DIRECT COST18,232.00 19,924.00 23,860.00 
    
Indirect Cost   
Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment 576.00 576.00 576.00 
Miscellaneous Personal Expense3,132.00 3,132.00 3,132.00 
Transportation1,070.00 1,070.00 1,070.00 
Federal Educational Loan Fees152.00 152.00 152.00 
TOTAL INDIRECT COST4,930.00 4,930.00 4,930.00 
TOTAL COST OF ATTENDANCE23,162.00 24,854.00 28,790.00 

Living off-campus                                        Direct CostIndiana ResidentNon-Resident Reduced Rate *Non-Resident and International
Tuition (6 credit hours per semester)5,544.00 7,236.00 11,172.00 
Living Expenses - Housing and Food

 
12,342.00 12,342.00 12,342.00 
Recreation Center Fee200.00 200.00 200.00 
Health and Wellness Fee80.00 80.00 80.00 
TOTAL DIRECT COST18,166.00 19,858.00 23,794.00 
    
Indirect Cost   
Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment 576.00 576.00 576.00 
Miscellaneous Personal Expense3,132.00 3,132.00 3,132.00 
Transportation1,070.00 1,070.00 1,070.00 
Federal Educational Loan Fees152.00 152.00 152.00 
TOTAL INDIRECT COST4,930.00 4,930.00 4,930.00 
TOTAL COST OF ATTENDANCE23,096.00 24,788.00 28,724.00 

* Visit https://indianastate.edu/costs-aid/graduate-tuition-rates for information on non-resident reduced tuition rates and credit hour rates. 

The University Board of Trustees reserves the right to change fees at any time in the future. The right to correct errors is also reserved.  

For estimated cost of attendance, please go to  

Undergraduate Tuition Rates

Graduate Tuition Rates

Contact

Office of Financial Aid

220 North Seventh Street
150 Tirey Hall
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN 47809

Office Hours:
Mon. – Fri.: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.; 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Phone Hours:
Mon. – Fri.: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.; 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Send Email
Phone: (812) 237-2215
Fax: (812) 237-4330