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Thornton International House
601 University Dr.
San Marcos, TX 78666

Tel : (512) 245 7966
Fax: (512) 245 8264
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Estimated Tuition & Living Expenses

Combined Minimum Estimated Expenses*

for International Students

Spring 2013 and Fall 2013

Living Expenses Per Year
Room and Board $8,125
Semester Breaks, SSI and SSII $2,176
Medical Insurance (Annual) $1,854
Books and Supplies $1,090
Personal Expenses $2,770
Total $16,015

* The Room and Board expense is an average cost  of several dorms, including the most and least expensive dorms, plus using the 250 block meal plan.

* Mini Session, Summer I & Summer I are derived from averaging living expenses and meal plans

* Health insurance is based on the annual rate.

* Books, Supplies and Personal Expenses are estimates and include other costs such as transportation, medical, etc.

Undergraduate Fees Non-Texas Resident Fees Texas Resident Fees
Tuition Fees (12 hours X 2) $16,012 $7,588
Living Expenses $16,015 $16,015
$32,027 $23,603

Graduate Fees Non-Texas Resident Fees Texas Resident Fees
Tuition Fees (9 hours X 2) $12,984 $6,666
Living Expenses $16,015 $16,015
$28,999 $22,681

Tuition and fees* are based on fall  2013 rates:

  • Non-residents: $7,946 per 12 hrs for undergraduates and $6,432 9hrs for graduate students
  • Residents: $3,734 per 12 hrs for undergraduates and $3,273 per 9 hrs for graduates

Tuition fees have been rounded up.

* The International Operations Fee (IOF) is included, which is $60.00 for fall and spring semesters.

Fee estimates do not include a $30.00 IOF for each summer session or special course fees.

Pre Bridge Students Only - Spring 2013

  • Pre-Bridge students always take 4 TSIE classes to earn their english proficiency requirements.
  • The average Pre-Bridge student takes 2 semesters to complete the Pr-Bridge program (earn the minimum English proficiency for either Bridge admission or full admission to Texas State).

SPRING 2013 Non-Texas Resident Fees Texas Resident Fees
Undergraduate Tuition Fees (4 TSIE classes) X 2 ($3,514) X 2 = $7,028.00 ($3,514) X 2 = $7,028.00

*Graduate Students are not eligible for Pre-Bridge status.

Please note that the "Combined Minimum Estimated Expenses" determined  by the International Office are, in addition,  based on information from students and may vary by total credit credit hours enrolled in per semester, personal preferences, lifestyle and other factors.

For information on official Texas State estimates of non resident tution and fees for undergraduate and graduate studies, please access the following links: 

 

Non-Resident Tuition Waiver Forms

if you're qualified for a tuition exemption please contact the Student Business Services office.  Completed forms must be submitted no later than the official 12th class day of each long semester or the official 4th class day of each summer session.

Location: Student Business Services, JCK Room 188
Phone: (512) 245 2544

Residency for Tuition

An individual’s residency classification is based on information from his or her admission. Any changes in residency status or question about residency status please contact the Residency Determination Office at the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

Location:  Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Phone: (512) 245-3564