The total cost of an education includes direct costs which may appear on your semesterly student bill such as tuition and required fees. You should also anticipate incurring some indirect costs* that would not show on your student bill such as books, personal expenses, and transportation. While every student’s actual costs vary, the following figures should provide a helpful, general guideline. All listed prices are for one semester, based on enrollment.
| DIRECT COSTS | IN-STATE | OUT-OF-STATE | OUT-OF-COUNTRY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate Student Tuition | 2,640.00 | 10,200.00 | 10,485.00 |
| Graduate Student Tuition | 2,436.00 | 9,600.00 | 9,888.00 |
| Mandatory Fees | 787.00 | 787.00 | 787.00 |
| Living Expenses (Housing & Food) | 7,504.00 | 7,504.00 | 7,504.00 |
| IN-DIRECT COSTS | IN-STATE | OUT-OF-STATE | OUT-OF-COUNTRY |
| Personal Expenses* | 2,053.00 | 2,053.00 | 2,053.00 |
| Transportation* | 1,873.00 | 1,873.00 | 1,873.00 |
| Books, Course Supplies, & Equipment* | 608.00 | 608.00 | 608.00 |
| Miscellaneous Fees* | 31.00 | 31.00 | 31.00 |
Undergraduate Tuition
| Credit Hours | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State | Out-of-Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $176.00 | $680.00 | $699.00 |
| 2 | $352.00 | $1,360.00 | $1,398.00 |
| 3 | $528.00 | $2,040.00 | $2,097.00 |
| 4 | $704.00 | $2,720.00 | $2,796.00 |
| 5 | $880.00 | $3,400.00 | $3,495.00 |
| 6 | $1,056.00 | $4,080.00 | $4,194.00 |
| 7 | $1,232.00 | $4,760.00 | $4,893.00 |
| 8 | $1,408.00 | $5,440.00 | $5,592.00 |
| 9 | $1,584.00 | $6,120.00 | $6,291.00 |
| 10 | $1,760.00 | $6,800.00 | $6,990.00 |
| 11 | $1,936.00 | $7,480.00 | $7,689.00 |
| 12 | $2,112.00 | $8,160.00 | $8,388.00 |
| 13 | $2,288.00 | $8,840.00 | $9,087.00 |
| 14 | $2,464.00 | $9,520.00 | $9,786.00 |
| 15+ | $2,640.00 | $10,200.00 | $10,485.00 |
Distance Learning Collaborative tuition is assessed per credit hour:
eCore $159.00
eMajor $199.00
Film Tech Academy $125.00
Georgia Film Academy- $174.00
Student tuition charges are determined by the student’s level, residency classification, and course taught each semester. Prices listed are per semester. Savannah State reserves the right to make changes to charges for any and all programs at any time, after approval by the University System of Georgia Board of Regents.
Graduate Tuition
| Credit Hours | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State | Out-of-Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $203.00 | $800.00 | $824.00 |
| 2 | $406.00 | $1,600.00 | $1,648.00 |
| 3 | $609.00 | $2,400.00 | $2,472.00 |
| 4 | $812.00 | $3,200.00 | $3,296.00 |
| 5 | $1,015.00 | $4,000.00 | $4,120.00 |
| 6 | $1,218.00 | $4,800.00 | $4,944.00 |
| 7 | $1,421.00 | $5,600.00 | $5,768.00 |
| 8 | $1,624.00 | $6,400.00 | $6,592.00 |
| 9 | $1,827.00 | $7,200.00 | $7,416.00 |
| 10 | $2,030.00 | $8,000.00 | $8,240.00 |
| 11 | $2,233.00 | $8,800.00 | $9,064.00 |
| 12+ | $2,436.00 | $9,600.00 | $9,888.00 |
Student tuition charges are determined by the student’s level, residency classification, and course taught each semester. Prices listed are per semester. Savannah State reserves the right to make changes to charges for any and all programs at any time, after approval by the University System of Georgia Board of Regents.
Mandatory Fees
Mandatory fees support critical services and activities that ensure a well-rounded collegiate experience whether the student is living on campus or not. Participation in campus events, student actives, and the support of our athletic program is an expected practice to ensure that well-rounded collegiate experience. The Office of Student Life offers opportunity to get connect and to stay engaged in our Tiger Nation all semester long.
Services offered both in person and online include, but are not limited to, physical and mental health support appointments, nutrition consults, 24/7 access to crisis counseling, after-hours medical consults and student victim assistance support with the Student Health Clinic, student recreation & wellness facility, access to library resources, individual consultations with librarians, student athletic events, and student activities.
The Online Learning Fee is assessed to exclusively online students. All mandatory fees are assessed to on-campus residents, per Board of Regent’s policy. All other students are charged all mandatory fees, each semester.
| Health Clinic Fee | $77.00 |
| Student Activity Fee | $55.00 |
| Student Athletic Fee | $300.00 |
| Student Center & Stadium Fee | $260.00 |
| Technology Fee | $50.00 |
| Transportation / Shuttle Fee | $45.00 |
| Online Learning Fee* | $419.00 |
Health Fee
The Health Fee supports on-campus health education and infirmary services for students.
Online Learning Fee
The Online Learning Fee is only assessed to student exclusively registered in online courses. Exclusively online students will only receive the Online Learning Fee has a mandatory fee assessment, unless they live on campus. Per Board of Regent’s regulations, residential students are assessed all mandatory fees.
Student Activity Fee
The Student Activity Fee is determined by a student committee. Designations include intramural sports, guest speakers, student organizations, publications, band and choir, campus life events, and Student Government Association.
Student Athletic Fee
The Student Athletic Fee supports the men’s and women’s varsity athletic programs including football, basketball, baseball, cross country, golf, tennis, track and field, and volleyball.
Technology Fee
The Technology Fee is a mandatory fee charged to all students. This fee is charged to support the cost of a 24-hour student computer lab located on the main campus, off-campus lab(s) or computer access, help desk services, supplies, card access to lab(s), meal plans, residence halls, and other student supported technology services.
Transportation Fee
The Transportation Fee supports the campus transit service in support of SSU’s mission to provide a safe and stable environment. This service provides shuttle transportation to various locations on campus.
Student Center and Stadium Facility Fee
The Student Center and Stadium Facility Fee is assessed to students to fund the cost of operations and service capital lease payments on a specific facility, such as the wellness center, athletic facility, and the Student Union.
Housing
| Housing Application Fee (per application) | $150.00 |
| Unlimited Laundry | $40.00 |
| Post Office Rental | $15.00 |
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Camilla Hubert |
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| 1‐Bedroom, 1‐Bathroom Suite | $4,036.00 | |
| 2‐Bedroom, 1‐Bathroom Semi‐Suite | $3,797.00 | |
| 2‐Bedroom, 1‐Bathroom Semi‐Suite (No Privacy Wall) | $3,637.00 | |
Freshmen Living Learning Center |
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| 1‐Double Room, 1‐Bathroom (Two Person Cluster) | $3,840.00 | |
| 2‐Double Room, 1‐Bathroom (Four Person Cluster DBL) | $3,637.00 | |
| 4‐Double Rooms, 1‐Cluster Bathroom (Eight Person Cluster DBL) | $2,869.00 | |
| 8‐ Person Cluster, Single | $3,429.00 | |
| Community Assistants | $2,375.00 | |
Melvin Bostic Hall |
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| 1‐Bedroom, 1‐Bathroom Suite | $4,097.00 | |
| 2‐Bedroom, 1‐Bathroom Semi‐Suite | $1,938.00 | $3,797.00 |
Tiger Place |
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| 1‐Bedroom, 1‐Bathroom Suite | $4,097.00 | |
| 2‐Bedroom, 1‐Bathroom Semi‐Suite | $1,938.00 | $3,797.00 |
University Commons |
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| 1‐Bedroom, 1‐Bathroom Apartment | $4,444.00 | |
| 2‐Bedroom, 1‐Bathroom Apartment | $4,076.00 | |
| 2‐Bedroom, 1‐Master Bathroom Apartments | $4,169.00 | |
| 3‐Bedroom, 2‐Bathroom Apartments | $3,977.00 | |
| 3‐Bedroom, 2‐Bathroom (Master) Apartments | $4,076.00 | |
| 4‐Bedroom, 2‐Bathroom Apartments | $3,895.00 | |
| 4‐Bedroom, 2‐Bathroom (Master) Apartments | $3,982.00 | |
| 2‐Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Apartments (Formerly 3/2) | $4,101.00 | |
| 2‐Bedroom, 2 Bathroom (Master) Apartments (Formerly 3/2) | $4,204.00 | |
University Village |
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| 4‐Bedroom, 2‐Bathroom Apartment | $3,896.00 | |
| 2‐Bedroom, 2‐Bathroom Apartment | $4,146.00 | |
| 1‐Bedroom, 1‐Bathroom Apartments | $4,652.00 | |
Richard Wright |
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| 1‐Bedroom, 1‐Bathroom Suite | $4,097.00 | |
| 2‐Bedroom, 1‐Bathroom Semi‐Suite | $1,938.00 | $3,797.00 |
Students are assigned and charge for a residence hall after completing the Housing application process, including the successful payment of the Housing Application Fee. Charges are assessed per semester and dependent on residency. Please refer to your signed housing contract for details on the room, meal plan, and associated residential life charges.
Food & Dining Services
| Summer | Fall /Spring | |
| Unlimited Meal Plan with $100 Flex Dollars | $2,341.00 | |
| 15 Meal Plan with $50 Flex Dollars | $1,960.00 | |
| 10 Meal plan with $25 Flex Dollars | $1,605.00 | |
| Commuter/Faculty/Staff Meal Plan | $110.00 | |
Summer Dining |
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| Commuter 10-Meals Plan | $105.00 | |
| Commuter 30-Meals Plan | $- | |
| Commuter 35-Meals Plan | $- | |
| Commuter 45-Meals Plan | $- |
Student Health Insurance
| Summer ’26 | ||
| Student Health Insurance | $619.00 | |
| Intercollegiate Sports Rider Insurance- Athletes Only | $470.00 |
Specific programs require student health insurance. Only students in those specific programs will be charged for the student health insurance.
Academic Charges
| Biology Major Field Test | $25.00 |
| School of Teacher Education Course Fee | $250.00 |
| Science Lab Course Fee (Per Course) | $ 50.00 |
| Studio Art /Music Course Fee (Per Course) | $50.00 |
| Graduation Application Fee | $50.00 |
| Late Graduation Application Fee | $100.00 |
| Late Course Registration Fine | $100.00 |
| Library Fine | $15.00 |
| Transcript Request Fee | $ 6.00 |
Miscellaneous Charges
| New Orientation Fee | $75.00 |
| ID Replacement Fine | $35.00 |
| Key Replacement Fine- selected Residence Hall | $75.00 |
| Return Check Fee (per occurrence) | $30.00 |
Parking Charges
| Annual Parking Decal (Commuter Student & Residential) | $80.00 |
| Annual Parking Decal (General Faculty/Staff) | $105.00 |
| Annual Parking Decal (Reserved Faculty/ Staff) | $195.00 |
| Parking Fine-Blocking Fine | $80.00 |
| Parking Fine-Boot Stolen Fine | $850.00 |
| Parking Fine-Boot Tampering Fine | $100.00 |
| Parking Fine-Booted Vehicle Fine | $80.00 |
| Parking Fine-Double Parking Fine | $50.00 |
| Parking Fine-Dumpster Fine | $80.00 |
| Parking Fine-Exec/Reserved Space Fine | $150.00 |
| Parking Fine-Fire Zone Fine | $150.00 |
| Parking Fine-Handicap Area Fine | $200.00 |
| Parking Fine-Limited Time Zone Fine | $25.00 |
| Parking Fine-Towed Vehicle Fine | $150.00 |
| Parking Fine-Unauthorized Area Fine | $60.00 |
| Parking Fine-Unregistered/No Decal Fine | $80.00 |
| Parking Fine-Yellow Area Fine | $40.00 |
