Pathway Program Tuition and Fees

ACADEMIC YEAR 2023/2024

To calculate your total tuition bill, you will need to know how many IELP credits you will register for and how many degree-related credits you will register for.  The baseline per credit rate for non-resident undergraduates at PSU is shown below, however, many programs at PSU charge different rates.  Please consult the 2023-2024 tuition and fees table to determine the exact rate for your chosen department.

 

TUITION BREAKDOWN/TERM

Tuition Per CreditCourse LoadTuition Cost
$278 xNumber of Credits= total IELP Tuition
$627 xNumber of Credits= total PSU Tuition

FEE BREAKDOWN/TERM

Fee nameFee amount
Learning Center Fee$150
Student Engagement Fee

$150

Health Insurance1

$1,256
University Fees$641
OISSS Fee2$25
Total Fees3$2,222

  1. Health insurance: Some students may qualify for a waiver of health insurance. Please read the requirements here and contact esl@pdx.edu if you have any further questions. 

  2. OISSS Fee: This fee is applicable only if studying on an international student visa. 

  3. Total Fees: Fees are adjusted annually. Updated fee amounts are available for the upcoming academic year in July.

 

LIVING EXPENSES BREAKDOWN/TERM

Expense typeEstimated Expense Amount (per term)
Books and School Supplies$266
Housing and Meals$5,175
Transportation$246
Other Personal Expenses$450
Total Living Expenses$6,137

OTHER FEES

One time fee typeFee amountFee explanation
New Student Program Fee $115For full-time PSU Pathway Program Students. Supports programming specific to new students, including orientation, the mentor program, and other offerings. Charges post directly to student accounts. 
Miscellaneous feesFee amountFee explanation
Learning Center Lost Book Fine$50Students who do not return IELP Learning Center books and materials by the end of term deadline will be charged a $50 lost book fine. These fees are used to replace Learning Center library holdings.