Program Costs

Tuition for the online undergraduate degree completion program is the same amount as for on-campus programs. This includes all special in-state tuition rates and the Legacy tuition rate for students whose parents or legal guardians are alumni from SIUC. 

The tuition rate is a fixed semester rate of $298.77* per credit hour plus $71.67 per credit hour and $3.00 per semester for fees. Fees for the online program are substantially less than for the on-campus program. The total cost per credit hour is $370.44, plus $3.00 per semester.

Some courses will require students to purchase textbooks, calculators, and/or other materials. All students are required to purchase Software Secure’s Remote Proctor for approximately $200 plus an annual $50 (approximately) support fee.

For more information and a break-down of student tuition and fees, please reference the distance learning tuition and fees policies, passed by the SIUC Board of Trustees:

You can find out more information by visiting the SIUC Office of Financial Aid.


* may vary due to residency.