Each college calculates its own Cost of Attendance (COA) or student budget. At CSU Channel Islands, the student budget is based on the estimated cost of a typical student's tuition and fees, books and supplies, living expenses (housing and food), transportation, and personal expenses for the academic year (Fall and Spring semesters). Knowing your Cost of Attendance is important because it helps determine your financial aid eligibility. The difference between your Cost of Attendance and Student Aid Index is your Financial Need for the academic year. The estimated budgets below represent a moderate standard of living, or Cost of Attendance, for full-time students attending CSU Channel Islands.
Estimated Standard Full-Time Budgets for
2025-2026 (nine-month academic year)
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Housing Plans With Parent On-Campus Off-Campus Tuition & Fees $7,510 $7,510 $7,510 Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment $966 $966 $966 Living Expenses $10,866 $17,590* $21,482** Transportation $3,128 $1,410 $2,946 Personal $3,516 $2,526 $4,012 Loan Fees $170 $170 $170 Total – California Residents $26,156 $30,172 $37,086 Non-Residents at 15 units $6,660 $6,660 $6,660 Total- Non-Residents $58,972 $49,414 $59,350 -
Housing Plans With Parent On-Campus Off-Campus Tuition & Fees $8,548 $8,548 $8,548 Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment $966 $966 $966 Living Expenses $10,866 $17,590* $21,482** Transportation $3,128 $1,410 $2,946 Personal $3,516 $2,526 $4,012 Loan Fees $88 $88 $88 Total $27,112 $31,128 $38,042 -
Housing Plans With Parent On-Campus Off-Campus Tuition & Fees $9,124 $9,124 $9,124 Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment $966 $966 $966 Living Expenses $10,866 $17,590* $21,482** Transportation $3,128 $1,410 $2,946 Personal $3,516 $2,526 $4,012 Loan Fees $182 $182 $182 Total $27,782 $31,798 $38,712 -
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