by our College Data Analytics TeamAre the tuition & fee charges at Yale University reasonable when compared to nationwide averages? Find out here. If you're looking for specific information on Yale costs, you can go to any of the following sections:
The average tuition and fees at Yale University for undergraduates was $59,950 a year in 2020-2021. Students from both in state and out of state paid the same price.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $59,950 | $0 | $59,950 |
Yale University tuition and fees is the number charged to students for one year of attendance, and does not include 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.
How much does Yale University cost for part-time students?
Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
The national out-of-state average for tuition and fees is $19,933 a year. With yearly tuition and fees charges running about $59,950 for out-of-state undergrads, Yale University is relatively expensive when compared to other schools in the country. Note that Yale does not give any in-state discounts.
If you want to know how Yale compares to other schools in the nation, in the region, and in the state, see the chart below.
| Nationwide | New England | Connecticut | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
Note that a school may appear to be more expensive than another school when you look at tuition and fees alone, but it may actually be a better deal when you factor in financial aid packages. For more details on that, see: Yale University Financial Aid.
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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