Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Student Cost

Estimated Yearly Cost

Estimated yearly cost is an estimate of the cost for the upcoming academic year based on the actual cost for the current academic year. The estimated cost below is based on the 2024-25 academic year and is subject to change.

Estimated Cost Per Term 2024-25 Louisiana Resident Non-Louisiana Resident
Tuition & Fees  $11,954 $28,631
Housing $9,464 $9,464
Meal Plan (Unlimited Tiger Meals) $5,232 $5,232
TOTAL $26,650 $43,327

*Tuition & Fees is based on 2023-24 rates at 15 credit hours.
**The housing amount represents an average price of LSU dorm rooms.
***Meal Plan is based on the Unlimited Tiger Meal plan. 

Cost of Attendance

Cost of attendance (COA) is the maximum amount of financial aid and scholarships a student can receive. Cost of attendance does not represent an amount you will owe to the university. COA includes tuition and fees, food and housing, allowances for books and supplies, transportation, and miscellaneous/personal expenses. Students with an unusual expense that might affect their COA can contact Financial Aid to determine if an increase is appropriate.

Note 1: A computer cost may be added for students who purchase a computer for their major or residential college. The computer does not have to be required by the college or major to be added to the COA. The cost may be given each year with documentation of purchase of up to $1,200.

Note 2: A cost for Federal Loan Origination Fees will be added for those students who accept a Federal Stafford Direct Subsidized, Unsubsidized, and/or Plus Loan.

Note 3:  A cost for obtaining a license, certification, or a first professional license will be added to the student’s Cost of Attendance if required by the program. 

Note 4: The cost for the Summer sessions references a student taking 12 or more hours.

Cost of Attendance:  Fall 2024 and Spring 2025

Student Living in a Residence Hall (On Campus)

 

Louisiana Resident

Non-Louisiana Resident

Tuition & Fees $11,954 $28,632
Housing $9,464 $9,464
Food $5,232 $5,232
Books & Supplies $1,084 $1,084
Transportation $3,840 $3,840
Personal  $4,044 $4,044
Total $35,618 $52,296
 

Cost of Attendance:  Fall 2024 and Spring 2025

Student Living in an Apartment (On Campus or Off Campus)

 

Louisiana Resident

Non-Louisiana Resident

Tuition & Fees $11,954 $28,632
Housing $11,570 $11,570
Food $5,232 $5,232
Books & Supplies $1,084 $1,084
Transportation $3,840 $3,840
Personal  $4,044 $4,044
Total $37,724 $54,402
 

Cost of Attendance:  Fall 2024 and Spring 2025

Student Living with Parent

 

Louisiana Resident

Non-Louisiana Resident

Tuition & Fees $11,954 $28,632
Housing $6,792 $6,792
Food $1,600 $1,600
Books & Supplies $1,084 $1,084
Transportation $3,840 $3,840
Personal  $4,044 $4,044
Total $29,314 $45,992
 

Cost of Attendance:  First and Second Summer 2024

Student Living in a Residence Hall (On Campus)

 

Louisiana Resident

Non-Louisiana Resident

Tuition & Fees $4,974 $9,186
Housing $3,156 $3,156
Food $1,726 $1,726
Books & Supplies $542 $542
Transportation $1,280 $1,280
Personal  $1,348 $1,348
Total $13,026 $17,238
 

Cost of Attendance:  First and Second Summer 2024

Student Living in an Apartment (On Campus or Off Campus)

 

Louisiana Resident

Non-Louisiana Resident

Tuition & Fees $4,974 $9,186
Housing $3,156 $3,156
Food $1,726 $1,726
Books & Supplies $542 $542
Transportation $1,280 $1,280
Personal  $1,348 $1,348
Total $13,026 $17,238
 

Cost of Attendance:  First and Second Summer 2024

Student Living with Parent

 

Louisiana Resident

Non-Louisiana Resident

Tuition & Fees $4,974 $9,186
Housing $2,264 $2,264
Food $556 $556
Books & Supplies $542 $542
Transportation $1,280 $1,280
Personal  $1,348 $1,348
Total $10,964 $15,176
 

Cost of Attendance:  First or Second Summer 2023

Student Living in a Residence Hall (On Campus)

 

Louisiana Resident

Non-Louisiana Resident

Tuition & Fees $4,974 $9,186
Housing $1,578 $1,578
Food $863 $863
Books & Supplies $542 $542
Transportation $640 $640
Personal  $674 $674
Total $9,271 $13,483
 

Cost of Attendance:  First or Second Summer 2024

Student Living in an Apartment (On Campus or Off Campus)

 

Louisiana Resident

Non-Louisiana Resident

Tuition & Fees $4,974 $9,186
Housing $1,578 $1,578
Food $863 $863
Books & Supplies $542 $542
Transportation $640 $640
Personal  $674 $674
Total $9,271 $13,473
 

Cost of Attendance:  First or Second Summer 2024

Student Living with Parent

 

Louisiana Resident

Non-Louisiana Resident

Tuition & Fees $4,974 $9,186
Housing $1,132 $1,132
Food $278 $278
Books & Supplies $542 $542
Transportation $674 $674
Personal  $640 $640
Total $8,240 $12,452


Cost Resources

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