2024–25 Tuition & Fees
- Undergraduate Residential
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The current annual estimated tuition at CIU for a full-time undergraduate student who lives on campus is $39,850. That includes tuition, living expenses, book rentals, and fees.
We also recommend that all students budget for additional indirect costs they may incur such as $80 for loan fees, $1200 for purchasing educational supplies & equipment, $1,000 for transportation and $1,200 for miscellaneous expenses.
Below is a full list of all fees for 2023–2024. It includes information on living expenses, insurance, deposits, private music lessons, graduation expenses and other details you’ll need to know.
Please note fees and other charges may change without notice.
Enrollment Deposit
Initial one-time fee
$100
Student Services Fee
Full-time
$600 (per semester)
Part-time
$300 (per semester)
Summer
$15.00 (per credit hour)
Tuition (per credit hour)
Full-time (12–18 credit hours)
$13,050
Per credit hour (less than 12 credit hours)
$1,095
Per credit hour (more than 18 credit hours)
$1,095
Summer (per credit hour)
$430
Dual Enrollment Program (per credit hour)
$100
Audit (per credit hour)
$80
Living Expenses (Room and Board) per semester
Housing Deposit
$100
3 person room/unlimited meal plan
$5,270
2 person room/unlimited meal plan
$5,975
1 person room/unlimited meal plan
$6,825
Note: A 10-meal plan option is available for students with documented allergies.
Single, double, or triple room requests and any preferences given on the Student Housing Survey are based on availability and not guaranteed. Due to the volume of requests, first choice may not be available.
Living expenses (room & board) do not include mid-semester breaks and the time between semesters (e.g., Thanksgiving, Christmas and Spring Break).
RAM Cards: Students who are on a CIU meal plan may use $100 per semester for purchases made at 34 North Coffee Shop. The initial $100 of the Ram Card is included in the Room and Board costs. Students will receive a gift card after start of the semester.
Miscellaneous Fees
Athletic Fee (all athletes, per semester)
$300
International Student Athlete Insurance Fee
$2,350
Nursing Program Fees for 3rd & 4th yr. only (per semester)
$1,500
Science Lab Fees (per semester)
$500
Graduation Late Fee
$50
Identification Card Replacement Fee
$10
Diploma/Certificate Replacement Fee
$40
Diploma/Certificate Certified Copy Fee
$90
Transcript Fee (per paper transcript)
$12
Transcript Fee (per electronic transcript)
$10
Note: Education majors will incur an additional $1,150 for teaching credential costs.
Music Fees
Private Lessons (per semester)
1/2 hour lesson (1 semester credit)
$240
1 hour lesson (2 semester credits)
$480
Class Lessons (per semester)
$150
Insurance
CIU does not provide student health insurance with the exception of international student athletes. All students are required to have health insurance coverage and are responsible for securing their own coverage.
- Graduate
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Enrollment Deposit
Initial one-time fee; residential students only
$100
Student Services Fee/Technology (per semester)
Full-time
Residential: $600 | Online: $600
Part-time
Residential: $300 | Online: $300
Tuition (per credit hour)
Master of Arts
Counseling
Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling (Residential; Online)
Master of Arts in Addictions Counseling (Online)$585
Education
Master of Arts in Teaching — Early Childhood and Elementary Education (Residential)
$615
Intercultural Studies
Master of Arts in Global Migration Studies (Online)
Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies (Residential; Online)
Master of Arts in Muslim-Christian Relations (Residential; Online)
Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (Residential; Online)$530
Seminary
Master of Arts in Bible Exposition (Residential; Online)
Master of Arts in Care & Counseling (Residential; Online)
Master of Arts in Chaplaincy (Residential; Online)
Master of Arts in Ministry Studies (Residential; Online)
Master of Arts in Theological Studies (Residential; Online)$530
Master of Business Administration (Online)
Business
Master of Business Administration (Online)
Master of Business Administration — Finance Concentration (Online)
Master of Business Administration — Healthcare Administration Concentration (Online)$560
Master of Divinity Degrees
Seminary
Master of Divinity in Bible Exposition (Residential; Online)
Master of Divinity in Care & Counseling (Residential; Online)
Master of Divinity in Chaplaincy (Residential; Online)
Master of Divinity in Ministry Studies (Residential; Online)
Master of Divinity in Missiological Studies (Residential; Online)$530
Master of Education
Education
Master of Education in Educational Administration (Online)
Master of Education in Instruction & Learning (Online)$500
Master of Organizational Leadership
Business
Master of Organizational Leadership (Online)
$530
Doctoral Degrees (Online)
Business
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
$685
Seminary
Doctor of Ministry (DMIN)
$480
Seminary
Doctor of Philosophy in Biblical Studies (PhD)
Doctor of Philosophy in Practical Theology (PhD
Doctor of Philosophy in Theological Studies (PhD)$525
Counseling
Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education & Supervision (PhD)
$605
Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership (PhD)
$605
Intercultural Studies
Doctor of Philosophy in Intercultural Studies (PhD)
$560
Business
Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership (PhD)
$690
Certificates and More
Seminary
Graduate Certificate in Bible & Theology (Residential; Online)
Postgraduate Advanced Biblical & Theological Studies (Residential)
Postgraduate Mission Care & Counseling (Residential)$530
Intercultural Studies
Graduate Certificate in Global Migration Studies (Online)
Graduate Certificate in Intercultural Studies (Residential; Online)
Graduate Certificate in Muslim-Christian Relations (Residential; Online)
Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (Residential; Online)$530
Education
Education Specialist (Online)
$605
Miscellaneous Fees
Audit (per credit hour)
$80
Diploma/Certificate Certified Copy
$90
Diploma/Certificate Replacement
$40
Graduation Late Fee
$50
Identification Card Replacement
$10
Transcript Fee (paper)
$12
Transcript Fee (electronic)
$10
- Seminary
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Enrollment Deposit
Initial one-time fee
$100
Student Services Fee/Technology (per semester)
Full-time
Residential: $600 | Online: $600
Part-time
Residential: $300 | Online: $300
Tuition (per credit hour)
Master of Arts
Counseling
Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling (Residential; Online)
Master of Arts in Addictions Counseling (Online)$585
Seminary
Master of Arts in Bible Exposition (Residential; Online)
Master of Arts in Care & Counseling (Residential; Online)
Master of Arts in Chaplaincy (Residential; Online)
Master of Arts in Ministry Studies (Residential; Online)
Master of Arts in Theological Studies (Residential; Online)$530
Master of Divinity
Seminary
Master of Divinity in Bible Exposition (Residential; Online)
Master of Divinity in Care & Counseling (Residential; Online)
Master of Divinity in Chaplaincy (Residential; Online)
Master of Divinity in Ministry Studies (Residential; Online)
Master of Divinity in Missiological Studies (Residential; Online)$530
Doctoral (Online)
Seminary
Doctor of Ministry (DMIN)
$480
Seminary
Doctor of Philosophy in Biblical Studies (PhD)
Doctor of Philosophy in Practical Theology (PhD
Doctor of Philosophy in Theological Studies (PhD)$525
Counseling
Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education & Supervision
$605
Certificates
Seminary
Graduate Certificate in Bible & Theology (Residential; Online)
Postgraduate Advanced Biblical & Theological Studies (Residential)
Postgraduate Mission Care & Counseling (Residential)$530
Miscellaneous Fees
Audit (per credit hour)
$80
Diploma/Certificate Certified Copy
$90
Diploma/Certificate Replacement
$40
Graduation Late Fee
$50
Identification Card Replacement
$10
Transcript Fee (paper)
$12
Transcript Fee (electronic)
$10
- Online
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College is an investment. It’s time and money dedicated toward your future. Online study is an affordable option for following that path, offering federal financial aid eligibility and a convenient tuition payment-plan option.
See the tuition and fees for the 2023–2024 Academic Year below. In addition to these direct costs, we also recommend budgeting for other indirect expenses such as: $1,200 for educational supplies/equipment, $1,600 for miscellaneous expenses, $80 – $220 for loan fees, and $12,030 for living expenses.
Student Services Fee/Technology (per semester)
Full-time
Residential: $600 | Online: $600
Part-time
Residential: $300 | Online: $300
Tuition (per credit hour)
Associate of Arts in Business Administration
$425
Associate of Arts in Healthcare Administration
$425
Associate of Arts in Human Services
$425
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
$425
Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration
$425
Bachelor of Science in Human Services
$425
Bachelor of Science in Nursing — RN to BSN
$320
Master of Arts in Bible Exposition
Master of Arts in Care and Counseling
Master of Arts in Chaplaincy
Master of Arts in Global Migration Studies
Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies
Master of Arts in Ministry Studies
Master of Arts in Muslim to Christian Relations
Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Master of Arts in Theological Studies$530
Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling (Residential; Online)
$585
Master of Arts in Addictions Counseling
$585
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
$560
Master of Divinity in Bible Exposition (Residential; Online)
Master of Divinity in Care & Counseling (Residential; Online)
Master of Divinity in Chaplaincy (Residential; Online)
Master of Divinity in Ministry Studies (Residential; Online)
Master of Divinity in Missiological Studies (Residential; Online)$530
Master of Education
$500
Master of Organizational Leadership
$530
Doctor of Business Administration
$685
Doctor of Ministry
$480
Education Specialist
$605
PhD in Biblical Studies
$525
PhD in Counseling Education & Supervision
$605
PhD in Educational Leadership
$605
PhD in Intercultural Studies
$560
PhD in Organizational Leadership
$690
PhD in Practical Theology
$525
PhD in Theological Studies
$525
Paying for College
CIU students can apply for federal grants and loans by filling out the FAFSA. Federal aid will assist with covering the costs associated with the online undergraduate or online graduate programs.
Payment Plans
Not everyone can afford to pay college tuition in one lump sum. That’s why we offer our tuition payment plan, which allows you to pay tuition in interest-free monthly installments. There is no enrollment fee to sign up for the plan, and you must enroll in the plan before your tuition payment is due.
Log into your MyCIU account to set up a payment plan.
- Other Expenses
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Optional Housing
Pine View Apartments at Columbia International University is a diverse community of students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Conveniently located on the campus of CIU, Pine View offers many activities to promote community and foster relationships. It’s an excellent option for those looking for quality, affordable housing.
Pine View offers efficiency, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. Furnished apartments are also available in our two- and three-bedroom homes. Residents can choose to rent an entire apartment, or share a two- or three-bedroom apartment with roommates (without ever being responsible for paying for your roommates’ portion!).
For more information, including floor plans, photos, and the online application, visit us at pineview.ciu.edu. Contact the Pine View office by calling (803) 834-4452 or email pineview@ciu.edu.
With special permission from Residence Life, a graduate level student may live in the residence halls. View the room and board rates for the residence halls.
Insurance
CIU does not provide student health insurance with the exception of international student athletes. All students are required to have health insurance coverage and are responsible for securing their own coverage.
Recommended
Indirect Expenses
We also recommend budgeting for other indirect expenses such as: $1,200 for educational supplies/equipment, $1,200 for miscellaneous expenses, $220 for loan fees, $9,020 for living expenses, and $1,800 for transportation (residential students only).