Cost of Attendance
2026-27 Overview
The following are estimated costs to attend Pacific Lutheran University in the 2026-27 academic year for fall and spring semesters (including J-Term). Estimates assume undergraduate, full-time enrollment, based on the living arrangements listed below. Housing and food costs for the on & off campus living budgets assume a double occupancy room and meal plan B.
Graduate students should consult the website of their graduate program for their respective tuition rate.
For ABSN Program Costs, please click on the ABSN Program Costs tab under “Cost” to the left.
2026-27 Starts
2025-26 Starts
On/Off Campus Living
| Type of Cost | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition*: | $54,080 |
| Housing & Food*: | $15,080 |
| Wellness Access Plan*: | $510 |
| J-Term Fee* | $920 |
| Technology Fee* | $290 |
| Matriculation Fee* (one time fee upon entrance to PLU) | $290 |
| Student Resource & Activity Fee* | $40 |
| Diversity, Justice & Sustainability Fee*: | $20 |
| Books & Supplies: | $834 |
| Personal: | $2,142 |
| Transportation | $770 |
| Total: | $73,152 |
With Parents
| Type of Cost | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition*: | $52,256 |
| Housing & Food Allowance: | $4,175 |
| Wellness Access Plan*: | $510 |
| J-Term Fee*: | $920 |
| Technology Fee*: | $290 |
| Matriculation Fee*: (one time free upon entrance to PLU) | |
| Student Resource & Activity Fee*: | $40 |
| Diversity, Justice & Sustainability Fee*: | $20 |
| Books & Supplies: | $834 |
| Personal: | $2,142 |
| Transportation: | $1,979 |
| Total: | $63,166 |
On/Off Campus Living
| Type of Cost | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition*: | $52,256 |
| Housing & Food*: | $15,080 |
| Wellness Access Plan*: | $510 |
| J-Term Fee* | $920 |
| Technology Fee* | $290 |
| Student Resource & Activity Fee* | $40 |
| Diversity, Justice & Sustainability Fee*: | $20 |
| Books & Supplies: | $834 |
| Personal: | $2,142 |
| Transportation | $770 |
| Total: | $72,862 |
With Parents
| Type of Cost | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition*: | $52,256 |
| Housing & Food Allowance: | $4,175 |
| Wellness Access Plan*: | $510 |
| J-Term Fee*: | $920 |
| Technology Fee*: | $290 |
| Student Resource & Activity Fee*: | $40 |
| Diversity, Justice & Sustainability Fee*: | $20 |
| Books & Supplies: | $834 |
| Personal: | $2,142 |
| Transportation: | $1,979 |
| Total: | $63,166 |
2024-25 Starts
Prior to 2024-25
On/Off Campus
| Type of Cost | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition*: | $50,720 |
| Housing & Food*: | $15,080 |
| Wellness Access Plan*: | $510 |
| J-Term Fee* | $920 |
| Technology Fee* | $290 |
| Student Resource & Activity Fee* | $40 |
| Diversity, Justice & Sustainability Fee*: | $20 |
| Books & Supplies: | $834 |
| Personal: | $2,142 |
| Transportation | $770 |
| Total: | $71,326 |
With Parents
| Type of Cost | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition*: | $50,720 |
| Housing & Food Allowance: | $4,175 |
| Wellness Access Plan*: | $510 |
| J-Term Fee*: | $920 |
| Technology Fee*: | $290 |
| Student Resource & Activity Fee*: | $40 |
| Diversity, Justice & Sustainability Fee*: | $20 |
| Books & Supplies: | $834 |
| Personal: | $2,142 |
| Transportation: | $1,979 |
| Total: | $61,630 |
On/Off Campus
| Type of Cost | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition*: | $49,472 |
| Housing & Food*: | $15,080 |
| Wellness Access Plan*: | $510 |
| J-Term Fee* | $920 |
| Technology Fee* | $290 |
| Student Resource & Activity Fee* | $40 |
| Diversity, Justice & Sustainability Fee*: | $20 |
| Books & Supplies: | $834 |
| Personal: | $2,142 |
| Transportation | $770 |
| Total: | $70,078 |
With Parents
| Type of Cost | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition*: | $49,472 |
| Housing & Food Allowance: | $4,175 |
| Wellness Access Plan*: | $510 |
| J-Term Fee*: | $920 |
| Technology Fee*: | $290 |
| Student Resource & Activity Fee*: | $40 |
| Diversity, Justice & Sustainability Fee*: | $20 |
| Books & Supplies: | $834 |
| Personal: | $2,142 |
| Transportation: | $1,979 |
| Total: | $60,382 |
*Will appear on university bill as PLU charges, including housing and food charges if living on campus.
Additional charges may be incurred for lab fees, private music lessons and ensembles, etc. Actual expenses for books and supplies will vary according to student’s class schedule and choice of either borrowing, renting, or purchasing new or used text books. Personal costs is an estimate and will vary by personal preferences and life style choices.
Estimate Your Cost
Use the Cost Estimator Worksheet to help calculate your owing/credit balance while attending PLU.
What information you will need for the Cost Estimator Worksheet:
- Review the Comprehensive Cost Breakdown below
- Your PLU Offer of Financial Aid (for current information go your BannerWeb)
Comprehensive Cost Breakdown
Students enrolled in 12-17 credits in Fall or Spring will pay the tuition block price listed above, depending on the year they started at PLU. Students who enroll in fewer than 12 credits will pay the per credit rate listed below for all credits. Likewise, students who enroll in more than 17 credits will pay the tuition block price associated with their starting year plus the per credit rate listed below for all credits over 17.
2026-27 Starts: $1,690 per credit
2025-26 Starts: $1,633 per credit
2024-25 Starts: $1,585 per credit
Prior to 2024-25: $1,546 per credit
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Fees are charged in addition to tuition. Go to the Interactive Schedule for more details.
Electronic Orders: $10
Mail Orders: $15
The technology fee is charged at $145 each semester. The Technology Fee helps provide all students access to electronic resources, technology support and enhancements across campus.
New students receive a free PLU ID card. To replace a lost, stolen or damaged ID card contact the Business Operations Office, Room 207 located in the Anderson University Center for the replacement fee.
Required for all students.
For domestic undergraduate students, the cost is $510 per academic year or $255 per semester.
For international and graduate students, the cost is $120 per academic year or $60 per semester.
Our Matriculation (Enrollment) Fee is a one-time fee that covers new-student enrollment and orientation costs. It is assessed upon entry to PLU at $290 for all enrolled undergraduate students, $225 for graduate students.
Offers financial support for student driven projects that advance diversity, social justice and sustainability in any aspect of PLU Life. This fee cannot be waived. The fee is $10 per semester (fall/spring).
Offers financial support for student initiated activities through ASPLU that adds to the extracurricular life at PLU. The fee is $20 per semester (fall/spring).
Click here for parking rate information.
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Although there is no J-Term charge for students residing on campus for Fall and Spring semesters, students must cancel their J-Term housing if they are residing on campus for less than 7 days during J-Term. Students with active housing assignments for J-Term must have a Meal Plan. For J-Term room costs only contact the Department of Residential Life at 253-535-7200 or by email at rlif@plu.edu.
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Fall/Spring Tuition & Fees
- 100% tuition and fees refund if withdrawal occurs prior to the tenth day of class.
- Tuition refunds prorated on daily basis beginning the eleventh day of class until 60% of the semester has elapsed.
- Once 60% of semester has elapsed, no tuition refund.
- Fees are not prorated after the tenth day of class.
Summer/J-Term Tuition
- 100% refund if withdrawal occurs prior to and up to the last day to drop without a fee for term.
- No refund if withdrawal occurs after the last day to add/drop without a fee for term. If contemplating withdrawal during summer session or JTerm, please contact Student Financial Services to determine its potential impact on your student account, your status in regard to the satisfactory academic progress policy, and continued eligibility for financial assistance.
Summer/Fall/J-Term/Spring Housing and Meal Plans
- Housing refunds are prorated on a daily basis.
- Meal Plan refunds are prorated on a daily basis.
PLEASE NOTE: Some Fees May Be Subject To Change
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