The Master’s University strives to offer students a Christ-centered education within the financial reach of all. We endeavor to keep costs as low as possible; consequently, our tuition is among the most economical for a private university. When calculating university costs, be sure to consider the total cost. Consider items like books and supplies, transportation, and personal spending money. While these amounts vary with each student, it can raise the total cost of education above the published tuition and room and board amounts. Fortunately, we consider all these costs when computing a student’s financial need.

Flex Bucks

Flex Bucks can be used to buy meals at various campus locations, including the University Exchange (UE), Trophy Coffee, The Trough, and the Mustang Grill. Notably, purchases made with Flex Bucks are exempt from sales tax. Additionally, students have the opportunity to add funds to their Flex Bucks account on a one-to-one basis throughout the year, in increments of $20.

Canyon Homes and Dorm total cost comparison.

On-campus dorms ($4,375/semester) and a required meal plan ($3,875/semester) total $8,250/semester for room and meals. The meal plan includes unlimited access to the Mustang Grill.

The cost for Canyon Homes is $5,250/semester. In addition, a flex bucks allocation of $650/semester is required, along with the Canyon Home Utility Fee of $225. Together, this amounts to $6,125/semester for room and meals.

New Student Deposit

All new students must pay a $200 Tuition Deposit, which is applied against tuition, to receive course selection materials. This is not an additional fee. Your deposit is refundable until May 1 if you choose not to enroll.

Books

The typical cost of books each semester ranges from $200 to $400, payable directly to the Campus Bookstore at the time of purchase.

Course and Notebook Computer Fees

Some courses have specific fees noted on the course schedule. All full-time students are required to have a notebook computer, which must meet minimum configuration specifications. For more information, see Computer Services.

Directed Studies Fee

A Directed Studies (DS) Fee of $50 is assessed for each semester unit in this format.

Orientation Fee

A one-time-only Orientation Fee of $275 is required for all first-year (new) TMU students.

Graduation Fee

An estimated Graduation Fee of $250 is required for graduation from all academic programs.

Individual Music Instruction Fee

An Individual Music Instruction Fee of $505 will be charged for each semester unit in this format.

Engineering Lab Fee

All engineering majors will be charged an additional $800 fee each semester instead of individual course lab fees to cover the cost of maintaining laboratory equipment and safety.

Mandatory Health Insurance

All registered traditional undergraduate students are required to have adequate medical insurance coverage. Students will be automatically enrolled in the TMUS-sponsored Student Health Insurance Plan unless they complete an approved insurance waiver. Health insurance premiums will be charged per semester to all student accounts that do not have an approved waiver ($1000/semester estimated)

Student Services Fee

Students taking six units or more will be charged $363 per semester, which covers clubs, chapel media functions, ASB, dorm funds, intramurals, and special events.

Non-Residential Student Life Fee

Students taking six units or more and living off-campus will be charged $263 per semester. TMU is committed to forming discipleship relationships and facilitating fellowship for all our students. This charge covers the administrative costs of student life staff focused on non-residential students.

Technology Fee

Students taking classes on campus will be charged a per-semester fee of $210. This fee covers Wi-Fi across campus, support from our help desk and IT services, and updating and maintaining our TMU-operated software.

Vehicle Fee

Any registered student who drives and parks a vehicle on campus is charged a per-semester fee. This fee is typically $138, but the price may vary depending on the type of student. More information is available here.

Payment Plan Administrative Fee

A fee of $100 per semester is charged if the student chooses the 5-month payment plan.