Cost, value, scholarships and financial aid are important factors in the college search process. While we’re proud that Wichita State University is the most affordable research institution in the state of Kansas, we strive to be transparent in our annual costs. We hope you find this page useful as you determine what institution can provide you the best value as you pursue higher education.
Student expenses
Below are estimated expenses for the 2025-2026 academic year to help plan your college budget. Please note that tuition generally changes from year to year and the rates below may not be applicable to the semester you enter WSU.
| Student Expenses | Semester | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition - 15 hours Kansas Resident: $259.75 per credit hour Nonresident: $615.27 per credit hour |
$3,896.25 $9,229.05 |
$7,792.50 $18,458.10 |
| Required student fees Usage of recreation center, access to student athletic tickets, health services and other student services. All fees are required. |
$1,077.30 | $2,154.60 |
| Parking Optional. |
$75 | $150 |
| Room and board Shocker Hall - Double occupancy, unlimited meal access The Flats at WSU - Double occupancy, unlimited meal access The Suites - Double occupancy, unlimited meal access Other room and board options are available. See wichita.edu/housing for details. |
$5,955 $5,990 $5,955 |
$11,910 $11,980 $11,910 |
| Books | $600 | $1,200 |
Tuition discounts
Significant tuition discounts are available for students who reside in Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Texas and Wisconsin.
Academic college fees
Applied Studies Courses
Students enrolled in any courses within the School of Education pay a $22 per credit hour course fee. Students enrolled in any courses within Human Performance
Studies pay a $28 per credit hour course fee. Students enrolled in any courses within Intervention
Services and Leadership in Education pay a $25 per credit hour course fee. Students enrolled in any courses within Sport and Leadership
Studies pay a $15 per credit hour course fee. Students enrolled in Teacher Apprentice Pathways, Literacy
and Special Education pay a $25 per credit hour course fee.
Business Courses
Students enrolled in any courses within the W. Frank Barton School of Business pay
a $76 per credit hour course fee.
Engineering Courses
College of Engineering students pay a $97 per credit hour fee for all credits taken.
Fine Arts Courses
Students enrolled in any courses within the College of Fine Arts pay a $40 per credit hour course fee.
Health Professions Courses
Students enrolled in any courses within the College of Health Professions pay a $20 per credit hour course fee. Online health professions courses carry a $72 per credit hour instructional fee. Communication Sciences and Disorders students pay
a $60 credit hour fee for all credits taken. Dental Hygiene students pay a $500 fee each semester. Medical Laboratory Sciences students pay a $250 fee each semester. Nursing students pay a $53.43 credit hour fee for all credits taken. Public Health Sciences students pay a $35 per credit hour course fee.
Honors College Courses
Students enrolled in the Dorothy and Bill Cohen Honors College pay a $50 fee each semester.
Innovation and Design College Courses
Students enrolled in the College of Innovation and Design pay a $45 per credit hour course fee.
Liberal Arts & Sciences Courses
Students enrolled in any courses in the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
pay a $8.21 per credit hour course fee.
