by our College Data Analytics TeamAre the tuition & fee charges at Catholic Distance University reasonable when compared to nationwide averages? Find out here. In this CDU cost report, you'll find:
The average tuition and fees at Catholic Distance University for undergraduates was $8,405 a year in 2020-2021. Students from both in state and out of state paid the same price.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $7,320 | $1,085 | $8,405 |
Catholic Distance University tuition and fees is the number charged to students for one year of attendance, and does not include room and board.
Keep in mind a lot of students have financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of college.
How much does Catholic Distance 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. Catholic Distance University out-of-state undergraduates, on the other hand, pay about $8,405 a year in tuition and fees, making the school relatively inexpensive. Note that CDU does not give any in-state discounts.
Take a look at the following chart to see how Catholic Distance University compares to other schools in terms of tuition and fees.
| Nationwide | Southeast | West Virginia | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Remember to also consider financial aid when trying to decide if you can afford to go to a particular school. For more details on that, see: Catholic Distance University Financial Aid.
Over the past five years, CDU tuition and fees has grown by a rate of -5.80% annually. Tuition by -5.80%, and fees by -5.80%. The estimated cost for this year's tuition and fees is $7,459 if the growth rate continues.
This means an estimated $14,485 for two years of out-of-state tuition and fees at CDU, and $27,338 for four years.
Remeber to factor in additional costs such as room and board, transportation or books.
The following chart shows projected upcoming tuition and fees for undergraduates at CDU.
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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