by our College Data Analytics TeamLook up current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at Salisbury University, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
For the most recent year on record, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Salisbury University were $11,084 a year. For out-of-state undergraduates the figure was $22,174. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Within that total, required fees totaled $3,224 in-state and $3,224 out-of-state; what is left is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,860 | $18,950 |
| Fees | $3,224 | $3,224 |
| Total | $11,084 | $22,174 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and does not include room and board.
Note that plenty of students are eligible for financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. The totals here are the list price.
How much would Salisbury University cost if you attend part time? Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the per-credit figures.
To put that price in context, here is how Salisbury University tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In MD | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Expensive |
Relative to the national field, Salisbury University lands right around the average.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. Visit the Salisbury University Financial Aid page for details.
Tuition at Salisbury University has trended over the last several reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $7,408 | $17,678 |
| Two Years Ago | $7,556 | $18,032 |
| One Year Ago | $7,706 | $18,400 |
| Most Recent Year | $7,860 | $18,950 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at Salisbury has tracked over the reported years.
In the latest reported year, out-of-state tuition moved up 3.0%. Projecting that pace ahead one year puts tuition + fees around $22,836 next year.
At most colleges, tuition edges up a little each year, so expect the price in later years to be higher than today’s figure.
Get answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for the full rundown.
Over the reported years, in-state tuition and fees grew at an average annual rate of 2.85%, putting next year’s in-state cost near $11,400. For students from out of state, the yearly pace was 2.72%, so a year out the out-of-state figure lands around $22,778.
At the same pace, the next five years of tuition and fees would project as follows:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $11,400 | $22,778 |
| In 2 Years | $11,725 | $23,398 |
| In 3 Years | $12,059 | $24,035 |
| In 4 Years | $12,403 | $24,689 |
| In 5 Years | $12,756 | $25,361 |
Plan around the full four-year total, not just a single year — four years of out-of-state cost at this pace comes to around $94,900, or close to $47,587 for in-state students.
A tuition number is just one part of the picture — aid packages can change what students and families actually pay.
To learn about financial aid at Salisbury University, visit the Salisbury University Financial Aid page.
