by our College Data Analytics TeamLook up the current tuition and fees at United States University, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
In the most recent reported year, tuition and fees at United States University came in at $6,780 annually for undergraduate students. This rate applies regardless of state residency.
Of that total, required fees added up to $780; the balance is base tuition.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,000 |
| Fees | $780 |
| Total | $6,780 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and does not include room and board.
Keep in mind that many students qualify for financial aid and scholarships that lower what they actually pay. The figures here are the published sticker price.
What does United States University cost for part-time students? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out.
For some context, here is how United States University prices compare to peer schools. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In CA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Against the nationwide average, United States University sits below the national average.
Bear in mind that aid packages often lower the real cost well below these published figures. See the United States University Financial Aid page to learn more.
The table below shows how tuition at United States University has changed over recent reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $5,500 |
| Two Years Ago | $6,000 |
| One Year Ago | $6,000 |
| Most Recent Year | $6,000 |
This chart shows the way tuition at USU has trended over the reported years.
Tuition tends to creep up year over year at most schools, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for the full rundown.
Tuition and fees rose at an average annual pace of 3.48%, so a year from now students could pay around $7,015.
Holding that rate, here is how tuition and fees could track over the next five years:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $7,015 |
| In 2 Years | $7,258 |
| In 3 Years | $7,510 |
| In 4 Years | $7,771 |
| In 5 Years | $8,041 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — projecting four years of out-of-state tuition and fees at this rate gives roughly $29,554.
Tuition is only the beginning of the cost story — financial aid can sharply lower the real price a family pays.
For specifics on financial aid at United States University, go to the United States University Financial Aid page.
