Tuition Costs
For detailed cost information about Southeastern University, choose the tab below that corresponds to how you will be taking classes with SEU.
The numbers provided below can be used for your calculations and are before financial aid is applied. If you have questions regarding this information, or want more details about financial aid options, please visit this page, contact your enrollment counselor or our Office of Student Financial Services at sfs@seu.edu or 800.500.8760.
On-Campus Undergraduate
Tuition & Fees
2024–2025
On-Campus Student Tuition
Expenses |
12–17 credit hours |
18 credit hours |
| Tuition (per semester)* | $15,825 | $17,145 |
| General student fee** | $650 | $650 |
| Housing | $2,800 | $2,800 |
| Meal plan | $2,765 | $2,765 |
| Semester total for on-campus | $22,040 | $23,360 |
| Year total for on-campus | $44,080 | $46,720 |
Commuter Student Tuition
Expenses | 9 credit hours | 12–17 credit hours | 18 credit hours |
| Tuition (per semester) * | $11,880 | $15,825 | $17,145 |
| General student fee | $650 | $650 | $650 |
| Semester total for off-campus | $12,530 | $16,475 | $17,795 |
| Year total for off-campus | $25,060 | $32,950 | $35,590 |
Tuition Information
| 12–17 credit hours (per semester)* | $15,825 |
| 18 credit hours (per semester)* | $17,145 |
*The per-credit rate is $1,320. Does not apply to online classes. See online tuition information here.
General Student Fee
| 6 credit hours or more per semester | $650 |
| Less than 6 credit hours per semester | $325 |
Additional Fees
| Re-registration fee (per semester) | $100 |
Housing & Dining Costs
Visit this page for housing application information; additional housing information can be found here.
Housing | Cost (per semester) |
| Aventura, Bauer, Bethany, Destino, Esperanza, Valencia, South Pointe or Buena Vida | $2,800 |
| Buttercup | $3,200 |
All residence hall prices include the use of laundry facilities.
Please note: Private rooms may be available for an additional $1,500 per semester (application required). Please direct any questions regarding housing applications to studenthousing@seu.edu.
Meal Plans
Need to sign up for or modify your meal plan? Visit this page.
Campus Resident Plans* | Cost |
| 21-meals-per-week plan (cost per semester; includes $200 in Fire Funds) | $2,765 |
| 14-meals-per-week plan (cost per semester; includes $250 in Fire Funds) | $2,640 |
| 10-meals-per-week plan (cost per semester; includes $275 in Fire Funds) | $2,460 |
Commuter Resident Plans** | Cost |
| 25-meals-per-semester plan (cost per semester; includes $250 in Fire Funds) | $525 |
| 15-meals-per-semester plan (cost per semester; includes $150 in Fire Funds) | $315 |
| 10-meals-per-semester plan (cost per semester; includes $125 in Fire Funds) | $240 |
*Required for all residential students
** Optional; available to nonresident students only
Southeastern Fire Card: The Southeastern Fire Card (student ID card) has many functions, including: Campus ID, Residence Hall Access, Portico Coffeehouse, Campus Dining, Bookstore, Laundry, Printing/Copying
Campus Cash: You may add personal funds (Campus Cash) to your Fire Card’s general account at any time during the semester. Campus Cash added to the Fire Card may be used at all Southeastern University dining locations, Portîco Coffeehouse, the campus bookstore, and for purchasing copies/printing. These funds will carry over each semester and will remain on your Fire Card. Funds placed on your Fire Card will not be refunded or transferred to your student account until you graduate or officially withdraw from the university.
Fire Funds: All meal plans include Fire Funds, which are funds placed on your card to be used in all campus dining locations, Portîco Coffeehouse, and the stadium concession stand. The Fire Funds indicated will be automatically added to your Fire Card the day after drop/add. Unused Fire Funds expire at the end of the semester.
Card care: Southeastern is not responsible for any unauthorized use of your Fire Card. Please report lost or stolen cards to the Campus Card Office immediately.
Southeastern University reserves the right to increase fees and other charges without notice. Southeastern University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (in compliance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972), national and ethnic origin, or handicap (incompliance with Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act), with regard to the admission and employment policies, the educational, financial aid, athletic or other programs and privileges to students at the universit5
Direct Costs
| Expenses | 12–17 credit hours | 18 credit hours |
| Tuition* | $15,216 | $16,484 |
| General student fee** | $650 | $650 |
| Room | $2,800 | $2,800 |
| Meal plan | $2,710 | $2,710 |
| Semester total for on-campus | $21,376 | $22,644 |
| Year total for on-campus | $42,752 | $45,288 |
Indirect Costs
Determining the cost of attending college also means estimating potential expenses beyond tuition, room, and board. The below costs are estimates only; individual costs will vary by student.
Students may choose to apply financial aid toward these allowable expenses up to the amounts listed below per year, which are based on full-time enrollment.
| Indirect Expense | Estimate |
| Books & Supplies | $1,600 |
| Miscellaneous | $6,000 |
| Transportation | $1,800 |
| Total Estimated Indirect Costs | $9,400 |
Total Estimated Cost of Attendance
| 12–17 credit hours | 18 credit hours | |
| Direct + Estimated Indirect costs | $52,152 | $54,688 |
* Does not apply to online classes. See online tuition information here.
** The general student fee includes student activities, health services, and online resources.
*** This does not include any eligible federal, state, or institutional aid (such as scholarships).
Direct Costs
| Expenses | 9 credit hours | 12–17 credit hours | 18 credit hours |
| Tuition* | $11,412 | $15,216 | $16,484 |
| General student fee | $650 | $650 | $650 |
| Semester total for off-campus | $12,062 | $15,866 | $17,143 |
| Year total for off-campus | $24,124 | $31,732 | $34,268 |
Indirect Costs
Determining the cost of attending college also means estimating potential expenses beyond tuition, room, and board. The below costs are estimates only; individual costs will vary by student. Students may choose to apply financial aid toward these allowable expenses up to the amounts listed below per year, which are based on full-time enrollment.| Expenses | Off Campus | With Parent/Relative |
| Books & supplies | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| Housing | $2,670 | $0 |
| Food | $6,250 | $5,420 |
| Miscellaneous | $6,000 | $6,000 |
| Transportation | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| Total Estimated Indirect Costs | $18,320 | $14,820 |
Total Estimated Cost of Attendance
| Off Campus | With Parent/Relative | |
| Direct + Estimated Indirect costs | $50,052 | $46,552 |
Tuition Information
| 12–17 credit hours (per semester)* | $15,216 |
| 18 credit hours (per semester)* | $16,484 |
*The per-credit rate is $1,268. Does not apply to online classes. See online tuition information here.
General Student Fee
| 6 credit hours or more per semester | $650 |
| Less than 6 credit hours per semester | $325 |
Additional Fees
| Re-registration fee (per semester) | $100 |
Need to sign up for or modify your meal plan? Visit this page.
Campus resident meal plans*
| Plan | Cost |
| 21-meals-per-week plan (cost per semester; includes $200 in Fire Funds) | $2,710 |
| 14-meals-per-week plan (cost per semester; includes $250 in Fire Funds) | $2,590 |
| 10-meals-per-week plan (cost per semester; includes $275 in Fire Funds) | $2,410 |
*Required for all residential students
Commuter meal plans**
| Plan | Cost |
| 25 meals total (cost per semester; includes $250 in Fire Funds) | $525 |
| 15 meals total (cost per semester; includes $150 in Fire Funds) | $315 |
| 10 meals total (cost per semester; includes $125 in Fire Funds) | $240 |
**Optional; available to nonresident students only
Southeastern Fire Card: The Southeastern Fire Card (student ID card) has many functions, including: Campus ID, Residence Hall Access, Portico Coffeehouse, Campus Dining, Bookstore, Laundry, Printing/Copying
Campus Cash: You may add personal funds (Campus Cash) to your Fire Card’s general account at any time during the semester. Campus Cash added to the Fire Card may be used at all Southeastern University dining locations, Portîco Coffeehouse, the campus bookstore, and for purchasing copies/printing. These funds will carry over each semester and will remain on your Fire Card. Funds placed on your Fire Card will not be refunded or transferred to your student account until you graduate or officially withdraw from the university.
Fire Funds: All meal plans include Fire Funds, which are funds placed on your card to be used in all campus dining locations, Portîco Coffeehouse, and the stadium concession stand. The Fire Funds indicated will be automatically added to your Fire Card the day after drop/add. Unused Fire Funds expire at the end of the semester.
Card care: Southeastern is not responsible for any unauthorized use of your Fire Card. Please report lost or stolen cards to the Campus Card Office immediately.
Southeastern University reserves the right to increase fees and other charges without notice. Southeastern University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (in compliance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972), national and ethnic origin, or handicap (incompliance with Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act), with regard to the admission and employment policies, the educational, financial aid, athletic or other programs and privileges to students at the universit5
Program-Specific Costs
Associate Degree in Nursing Program
| Per hour rate for ADN program* | $495 |
| Program fee (per semester) | $600 |
| Technology fee (per semester) | $175 |
*Does not apply to online classes. See online tuition information here.
Bachelor of Science Nursing Program – Junior/Senior
| Per hour rate for Nursing program* | $1,588 |
| Nursing block rate (12 or more hours) | $19,045 |
| Annual | $38,090 |
*Does not apply to online classes. See online tuition information here.
Aviation students enrolled in on-campus undergraduate classes can find their costs for tuition, general student fees, room, and meals above.
The costs and fees outlined at the link below are charged for the semester in which the student is taking the class(es), in addition to their tuition.
View 2024–2025 aviation flight & ground training fees.
Note: Partner-site-based students’ aviation tuition details can be found here.
Additional Fees
Determining the cost of attending college also means estimating potential expenses beyond tuition, room, and board.
Students may choose to apply financial aid toward these allowable expenses up to the amounts listed below per year, which are based on full-time enrollment. Individual costs will vary.
- Books & Supplies: up to $1,600
- Transportation: up to $1,800
- Misc. Living Expenses: up to $6,000
- Federal Student Loan Fee (if applicable): $72
Academic
| Directed studies fee (per credit hour, plus tuition) | $100 |
| Music lessons (per semester, per instrument, plus tuition) | $100 |
| Practicum | $125 |
| Tae kwon do fee | $75 |
| Study abroad program fee | $200 |
| Practicum media fee (plus tuition) | $35 |
| Class media fee (plus tuition) | $100 |
| Internship fee (see your program chair for information specific to your major) | Variable |
| Science lab fee – general (plus tuition; see your program chair for information specific to your major) | $125 (may vary) |
| Science lab fee – specific (plus tuition; see your program chair for information specific to your major) | $175 (may vary) |
| School of Honors fee (per semester) | $250 |
Campus
| Fire Card replacement (includes sales tax) | $15 |
| First Year Experience (total, up-front charge) | $420 |
| Vehicle registration fee (per year, includes sales tax) | $120 |
Enrollment/Registration
| Academic advising portfolio replacement fee | $15 |
| Application/re-application fee (nonrefundable) | $40 |
| Audit fee (per credit hour) – Under 55 years of age (Traditional course) | $601 |
| Audit fee (per credit hour) – Under 55 years of age (Evening/Online course) | $195 |
| Audit fee (per credit hour) – 55 years of age and older | $20 |
| Late registration – Courses | $120 |
| Payment plan enrollment fee | $70 |
| Transcript fee (per transcript) | $10 |
Graduation
| Diploma replacement | $30 |
| Graduation (undergraduate) | $160 |
| Late Registration – Graduation | $25 |
Testing
| CLEP test (check the College Board website for current pricing for CLEP test registration) | Variable |
| Myers-Briggs test | $43 |
| Strong Interest Inventory assessment | $30 |
All students are required to obtain financial clearance before they can be guaranteed their class registration and housing for the upcoming semester. Additional fees may apply to students who do not obtain financial clearance by the designated date each semester. Learn more about Financial Clearance. The Financial Clearance process is one of the components of Fire Ready, which is the clearance process that needs to be completed prior to returning to campus each semester. See what else you need to be Fire Ready here.
Estimated Annual Cost of Attendance
2024–2025
The below estimates can be used as a guide to help you project your expenses and begin to make plans for obtaining financial clearance.
Direct Costs
Direct costs — which consist of tuition, fees, room, and meals — are set by the university. These costs are projected and subject to change. This cost model assumes full-time enrollment (12–17 hours per semester) and standard meal plan and room selection. Some classes and majors will incur additional fees.
| Tuition | $ 31,650 |
| Fees | $ 1,300 |
| Meals | $5,530 |
| Housing | $5,600 |
Indirect Costs
Determining the cost of attending college also means estimating potential expenses beyond tuition, room, and meals.
Students may choose to apply financial aid toward these allowable expenses up to the amounts listed below per year, which are based on full-time enrollment. Individual costs will vary.
| Books | $1,600 |
| Misc. Expenses | $6,000 |
| Est. Loan Fees | $72 |
| Transportation | $1,800 |
Total Estimated Cost of Attendance (per year): $53,552
Direct Costs
Direct costs — which consist of tuition and fees — are set by the university. These costs are projected and subject to change. This cost model assumes full-time enrollment (12–17 hours per semester). Some classes and majors will incur additional fees. Students who choose a commuter meal plan should factor that cost into their calculations.
| Tuition | $31,650 |
| Fees | $1,300 |
Indirect Costs
Determining the cost of attending college also means estimating potential expenses beyond tuition.
Students may choose to apply financial aid toward these allowable expenses up to the amounts listed below per year, which are based on full-time enrollment. Individual costs will vary.
| Meals | $5,530 |
| Housing | $6,250 |
| Books | $1,600 |
| Misc. Expenses | $6,000 |
| Est. Loan Fees | $72 |
| Transportation | $1,800 |
Total Estimated Cost of Attendance (per year): $54,202
Direct Costs
Direct costs — which consist of tuition and fees — are set by the university. These costs are projected and subject to change. This cost model assumes full-time enrollment (12–17 hours per semester). Some classes and majors will incur additional fees. Students who choose a commuter meal plan should factor that cost into their calculations.
| Tuition | $31,650 |
| Fees | $1,300 |
Indirect Costs
Determining the cost of attending college also means estimating potential expenses beyond tuition.
Students may choose to apply financial aid toward these allowable expenses up to the amounts listed below per year, which are based on full-time enrollment. Individual costs will vary.
| Meals | $5,530 |
| Housing | $0 |
| Books | $1,600 |
| Misc. | $6,000 |
| Est. Loan Fees | $72 |
| Transportation | $1,800 |
Total Estimated Cost of Attendance (per year): $49,952
How to Estimate Your Total Out-of-Pocket Costs
Simply add up your Billed/Direct Costs and projected Indirect Costs, and then deduct the financial aid you’re accepting. Or, use our handy cost calculator. Then, see this page and this page for options to cover your remaining balance.
Getting Financial Aid is Easy!
We make the financial aid process as easy as possible for you, so you don’t have to figure it out on your own. In fact, many of our students end up paying significantly less than they originally thought. Get started now!
Connect with Student Financial Services
sfs@seu.edu | 863.667.5018 | Make a Virtual Appointment
Your SEU Enrollment Counselor is also a great resource for financial aid help — and for helping you find everything you need to feel at home at SEU. Find your enrollment counselor here.
Information for students earning their undergraduate degree online can be found here. Master’s and doctoral students can find financial information here.
