Tuition & Fees | St. Ambrose University Apply Now Tuition and fees Tuition and fees for St. Ambrose University Get detailed breakdowns of expenses, tuition, and fees to help you make informed decisions about earning your degree at SAU. Request information How much is tuition at SAU? Your success is our only mission. That means we’re committed to providing a clear understanding of what you should expect to pay. Review our tuition and fees tables for an overview. For detailed program costs, visit the specific degree pages. Your education is more affordable than you think. Explore ways to reduce tuition Estimated cost of attendance These are the estimated costs of attending St. Ambrose University as an undergraduate in 2026-27. It’s based on full-time enrollment (12 or more credit hours) during Fall and Spring semesters. There is a one-time $100 matriculation fee for new students. Full-time student living on campus Expense By Semester By Year Full-Time Tuition (12-18 credits)* $19,674 $39,348 Housing** $4,313 $8,625 Food*** $3,135 $6,270 Technology Fee $150 $300 Books, Supplies, Course Materials, Equipment $660 $1,320 Transportation $729 $1,458 Personal/Other/Loan fees ($70 avg.)**** $818 $1,636 Total Budget $29,479 $58,957 Dependent off campus, living with parents Expense By Semester By Year Full-Time Tuition (12-18 credits)* $19,674 $39,348 Housing** $972 $1,944 Food*** $1,656 $3,312 Technology Fee $150 $300 Books, Supplies, Course Materials, Equipment $660 $1,320 Transportation $810 $1,620 Personal/Other/Loan fees ($70 avg.)**** $818 $1,636 Total Budget $24,740 $49,480 Independent student living off campus Expense By Semester By Year Full-Time Tuition (12-18 credits)* $19,674 $39,348 Housing** $3,375 $6,750 Food*** $1,656 $3,312 Technology Fee $150 $300 Books, Supplies, Course Materials, Equipment $660 $1,320 Transportation $810 $1,620 Clothing/Personal**** $1,080 $2,160 Medical Care/Other/Loan fees ($115 avg) $1,541 $3,082 Total Budget $28,946 $57,892 *Based on 2026-2027 tuition and fees. Tuition and fees are subject to change each summer. **This cost is estimated, actual housing cost will vary by student selections. ***Cost estimate based on 3 meals per day. ****Personal expenses can include phone charges, clothing, entertainment, laundry, and other costs. Additional information: View the 25-26 Cost of Attendance St. Ambrose University's DOD Military Tuition Assistance Per-Unit Rate is $1,261 per credit These are the estimated 2025-26 costs of attending St. Ambrose University for Master’s students the summer, fall, and spring semesters. There is a one-time $100 matriculation fee for new students. Refer to the individual academic program page to see exact cost of tuition for each Master's degree program. Master's student living off campus Expense Per Summer Session Per Semester (Part-time, Fall or Spring) Per Semester (Full-time, Fall or Spring) Tuition* $2,360 - $7,920** $3,080 - $10,230** $9,440 - $16,610 Books $165 - $330 $330 $660 Technology Fee $70 $70 $140 Housing*** $1,643 $3,285 $3,285 Food**** $803 $1,606 $1,606 Transportation $405 $810 $810 Clothing/Personal***** $540 $1,080 $1,080 Medical Care/Other/Loan fees ($218 avg) $796 $1,593 $1,593 Total Budget $6,782 - $12,507 $11,854 - $19,004 $18,614 - $25,784 *Based on 2025-2026 tuition and fees. Tuition and fees are subject to change each summer. **Excludes one-price master programs (MSLP & MPAS), which divide cost equally across all semesters. ***This cost is estimated, actual housing cost will vary by student selections. ****Cost estimate based on 3 meals per day. *****Personal expenses can include phone charges, clothing, entertainment, laundry, and other costs. These are the estimated 2025-26 costs of attending St. Ambrose University for Doctoral students the summer, fall, and spring semesters. There is a one-time $100 matriculation fee for new students. Refer to the individual academic program page to see exact cost of tuition for each Doctoral degree program. Doctoral student living off campus Expense Per Summer Session Per Semester (Part-time, Fall or Spring) Per Semester (Full-time, Fall or Spring) Tuition* $3,945 - $8,905 $3,945** $7,890 - $23,190 Books $165 - $330 $330 $660 Technology Fee $70 $70 $140 Housing*** $1,643 $3,285 $3,285 Food**** $803 $1,606 $1,606 Transportation $405 $810 $810 Clothing/Personal***** $540 $1,080 $1,080 Medical Care/Other/Loan fees ($218 avg) $797 $1,594 $1,594 Total Budget $8,367 - $13,492 $12,720 $17,065 - $32,365 *Based on 2025-2026 tuition and fees. Tuition and fees are subject to change each summer. **Excludes OTD and DPT programs, which do not include part-time options in Fall or Spring semesters. ***This cost is estimated, actual housing cost will vary by student selections. ****Cost estimate based on 3 meals per day. *****Personal expenses can include phone charges, clothing, entertainment, laundry, and other costs. Planning and budgeting for your degree Determine your expenses and financial aid eligibility using our Net Price Calculator. Find my program Estimate the cost of my degree Reduce the cost of tuition Explore available options for saving on tuition. Learn about financial aid, military benefits, transfer credits and scholarships to reduce your education costs. Scholarships Transfer credits Credit for prior learning Military benefits Learn how to pay for college Other ways to pay for your degree Reduce your tuition by up to $24k St. Ambrose University recognizes and rewards students for their academic performance. 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