by our College Data Analytics TeamIs what Sonoma State University charges for in-state and out-of-state tuition and fee reasonable when compared to nation, state and regional averages? Find out here. In this SSU cost report, you'll find:
Combined out-of-state tuition and fees at Sonoma State University for the 2020-2021 academic year was $19,868 for undergraduates. Those who hail from the state of California get a discount and only needed to pay $7,988 per year.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State | $17,622 | $2,246 | $19,868 |
| In-State | $5,742 | $2,246 | $7,988 |
These tuition and fees costs include one year of academic instruction, but do not cover room and board.
The numbers quoted on this page are all sticker price and don't include any financial aid or scholarships students may qualify for.
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The national out-of-state average for tuition and fees is $19,933 a year. The yearly tuition and fees for out-of-state undergrads at Sonoma State University is $19,868, making it relatively average when compared to the countrywide figure.
Undergraduates who attend school in the same state they live in pay around $16,784 in yearly tuition and fees. Undergraduates who hail from California pay an average of $7,988 a year to attend SSU, making the school a bargain if you only consider tuition and fees alone.
If you want to know how SSU compares to other schools in the nation, in the region, and in the state, see the chart below.
| Nationwide | Far Western US | California | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Remember to also consider financial aid when trying to decide if you can afford to go to a particular school. For more details on that, see: Sonoma State University Financial Aid.
With an average annual growth rate of 0.81% for the past five years, California residents could expect to pay $8,117 this year if the percentage growth remains the same.
At this rate, we estimate the total cost of in-state tuition and fees for two years at SSU to be $16,300, and $32,864 for four years.
During the same time period, tuition and fees for out-of-state students have increased by 0.32%. Out-of-state students will be charged approximately $19,996 in this academic year if the costs keep going up at the same rate.
For two years This means an estimated $40,056 for two years of out-of-state tuition and fees at SSU, and $80,369 for four years.
The following chart shows projected upcoming tuition and fees for undergraduates at SSU.
Unless your school has advertised price freezes, it is likely the cost of tuition and fees will go up every year. Make sure you factor this into your budget.
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