Tuition, Fees, and Charges (2026–27)

Listed below are tuition and fees you may find on the student bill. Basic tuition and fees are charged for each credit hour of instruction scheduled per semester. Other fees are charged as indicated.

Tuition and Mandatory Fees

Fall (per credit hour)

In-State $631

Out-of-State $896

Spring/Summer (per credit hour)

In-State $640

Out-of-State $910

Per-Credit Hour Tuition and Mandatory Fee Details

Mandatory fees will be the same regardless of the mode of instruction that is used. Your tuition and fees are in exchange for learning, academic credit, and certain non-academic services that will be provided, whether they are offered in-person, in a hybrid environment, or entirely remotely.

Line ItemDescriptionFallSpring/Summer
In-State Tuition –or–Supports the cost of instruction for the courses scheduled.$530$539
Out-of-State Tuition

Supports the cost of instruction for the courses scheduled.

All students enrolled in an online degree program will receive the in-state tuition rate for all online courses. In-person and hybrid courses will be billed based on the permanent state of residency.

$795$809
Capital FeeProvides a funding source for capital projects designed to maintain state-of-the-art academic facilities in addition to activities, fitness, and recreation facilities. The revenue from this fee is also used to support campus facilities maintenance and improvement.$55$55
Technology FeeProvides direct support to the technology infrastructure. The revenue generated by this fee is dedicated for the upgrading, expansion, and support of our technology resources.$25$25
Health & Wellness FeeSupports services that promote and enhance student well-being including College Health Services, Counseling Services, Disability and Access Resources, and other health, wellness, and safety initiatives.$10$10
Activity FeeProvides support to students to improve their out-of-class and educational experience by allowing them to attend social, athletic, and cultural events on campus free of charge or for a nominal charge.$11$11

Related Course Fees

Course FeeDescriptionFee
Instructional Lab HoursThis fee is assessed in recognition of the additional costs associated with laboratory and/or clinical instruction. These additional costs include, but are not limited to, additional instructional and preparation time, lab activities, clinical experiences, lab equipment, and instructional supplies.$70/lab hour
Online Instructional & Testing ResourcesIncludes a combination of online learning resources, screen-based simulations, content-based assessments, and a comprehensive content review to ensure students are prepared to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) after graduation.Up to $2,200
Spread over the program's semesters for students enrolled in the prelicensure nursing programs
PA Program Fee
 
This fee covers 2-year AAPA Student Membership, 2-year PSPA Student Membership, online student learning resources, PAEA assessments, PANCE style question banks, clinical site registration fees, clinical rotation fees, summer PANCE board review course.$2,996
Spread over the curriculum
Travel FeeThis fee covers all related logistical costs (e.g. airfare, hotel accommodations, city passes) associated with the travel component of the course.  The fee does not include any individual discretionary spending (e.g. souvenirs, most meals).Varies depending on course

Additional Charges and Fees

Charge or FeeDescriptionFee
New Student Enrollment FeeOne-time fee charged to new degree seeking students to cover the cost of matriculation into Pennsylvania College of Technology.$140
International Matriculation FeeCovers the $140 New Student Enrollment Fee, plus the additional services necessary to successfully matriculate and provide preliminary services to international students, including but not limited to, immigration compliance documentation and reporting (federal mandate).$500
Deferred Payment FeeCovers the cost of registration through the College's deferred payment plan, allowing students to make their tuition payments in five installments through the first twelve weeks of the semester.$30
Late FeeFee assessed when a student's initial tuition payment is not received by the due date.$50
Delinquent FeeOne-time  fee assessed to any bill balance still outstanding following the 12th week of the semester.5%
HousingCovers the cost of on-campus housing to which students have been assigned and signed a contract. Housing costs are variable and are charged per semester.See on-campus housing details

Dining Plan Account

 

Covers the cost of your college dining plan. Dining plans are charged per semester and are included on the student bill through two different selection processes.

All resident students MUST select a board plan as part of their housing contract. First-year resident students may select a 19- or 14-meal board plan. Returning resident students may select a 19-, 14-, or 10-meal board plan.

All other students may add a dining plan to their bill by using the Off-Campus Dining Plan Application option in their Student Portal.

See dining plan details

Cost Estimator

Select the year you began or plan to begin your coursework for an estimation of your total costs to attend Pennsylvania College of Technology.