by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow you’ll find current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fee figures for Cleveland State University, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
For the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Cleveland State University ran $12,988 annually. For out-of-state undergraduates the figure was $18,510. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Within that total, required fees added up to $116 in-state and $116 out-of-state; what is left is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $12,872 | $18,394 |
| Fees | $116 | $116 |
| Total | $12,988 | $18,510 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and leave out room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of attending. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
How much does Cleveland State University charge if you go part time? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
To put that price in context, here is how Cleveland State University tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In OH | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Expensive |
Measured against schools nationwide, Cleveland State University is fairly typical on price.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. See the Cleveland State University Financial Aid page to learn more.
Below is how tuition at Cleveland State University has trended over the last several reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $11,600 | $16,542 |
| Two Years Ago | $12,144 | $17,359 |
| One Year Ago | $12,503 | $17,863 |
| Most Recent Year | $12,872 | $18,394 |
This chart shows the way tuition at Cleveland State University has trended over the reported years.
Over the most recent year, out-of-state tuition climbed 3.0%. Holding that rate for one more year would put tuition + fees near $19,060 in the following year.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
Browse answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional detail.
On average, in-state tuition and fees climbed each year by about 3.61%, so a year from now in-state students could pay around $13,456. For students from out of state, the yearly pace was 3.66%, which puts out-of-state cost next year near $19,186.
If that pace holds, here is what tuition and fees could look like over the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $13,456 | $19,186 |
| In 2 Years | $13,941 | $19,887 |
| In 3 Years | $14,443 | $20,614 |
| In 4 Years | $14,963 | $21,367 |
| In 5 Years | $15,502 | $22,148 |
Plan around the full four-year total, not just a single year — projecting four years of out-of-state tuition and fees at this rate gives roughly $81,054, versus roughly $56,803 for in-state students.
A tuition figure is only part of the conversation — financial aid can sharply lower the real price a family pays.
For a closer look at aid at Cleveland State University, visit the Cleveland State University Financial Aid page.
