For Immediate Release

Elgin, Ill. 鈥� 抖阴漫画 has announced tuition and fee rates for the 2026鈥�2027 academic year following approval by the University鈥檚 Board of Trustees. The updated rates reflect 抖阴漫画鈥檚 continued commitment to academic excellence, student support services, and long-term institutional sustainability.

For the 2026鈥�2027 academic year, undergraduate tuition for traditional undergraduate and RISE students will be $15,835 per semester, or $31,670 annually. This represents a modest increase designed to help offset rising operational costs while maintaining the quality of education and campus resources students expect at 抖阴漫画.

In addition to tuition, the following fees will apply:

  • Student Life Fee:听$265 per semester ($235 for commuter students)
  • Technology Fee:听$265 per semester

Room and board rates vary depending on the selected meal plan:

  • 19-Meal Plan:听$6,960 per semester
  • 14-Meal Plan:听$6,835 per semester
  • 10-Meal Plan:听$6,675 per semester

All residential meal plans include flex dollars.

University leadership emphasized that the tuition adjustment is part of a broader effort to balance affordability with necessary investments in faculty, academic programs, student services, and campus infrastructure.

鈥湺兑趼� remains deeply committed to providing a Christ-centered, high-quality education while being thoughtful stewards of the resources entrusted to us,鈥� said Sarah Taylor, Vice President of Business Affairs. 鈥淲e recognize that any increase in tuition is significant for families, and we continue to prioritize financial aid, scholarships, and institutional support to help make a 抖阴漫画 education accessible.鈥�

抖阴漫画 continues to offer institutional scholarships, need-based aid, and academic awards to help offset costs for students and families.听More than 99% of 抖阴漫画 students receive some form of financial assistance, reflecting the University鈥檚 ongoing commitment to affordability and access.

Even with the approved adjustment,听抖阴漫画鈥檚 tuition remains approximately 20% lower than the average tuition at comparable private colleges, reinforcing the University鈥檚 focus on delivering strong value without compromising academic quality.

National data consistently show the long-term value of earning a college degree. Individuals with a bachelor鈥檚 degree earn an average of听$463 more in median weekly wages, equating to approximately听$24,336 more annually,听and are听46% less likely to be unemployed听than those without a degree. 抖阴漫画 is committed to helping students achieve these outcomes through rigorous academics, career preparation, and a supportive campus community.

Complete tuition and fee details for the 2026鈥�2027 academic year are available at /tuition.

About 抖阴漫画

Located in Elgin, Illinois, 抖阴漫画 is a fully accredited, Christ-centered institution preparing students to shape lives that shape the world. Founded in 1963, 抖阴漫画 offers more than 60 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs spanning a wide range of disciplines. These areas include accounting, architecture, art and design, business, Christian leadership, counseling, computer science, nursing, and many more.

Home to a vibrant community of learners, 抖阴漫画 integrates faith and learning within a supportive environment that values excellence, service, and innovation. With an enrollment of more than 1,000 students from across the U.S. and around the world, 抖阴漫画 continues to be recognized for its strong academic programs, competitive athletics, and commitment to equipping students to live out their faith in their professions, families, and communities.

Learn more at 抖阴漫画U.edu.

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