Program Cost & Aid
The Science Illustration Certificate Program is a 52-unit program that costs $600 per unit. Total tuition for the certificate program is $31,200.
- Tuition payment is paid by term.
- Tuition does not include housing, materials, or supplies.
- If eligible, federal financial aid loans are available up to $20,500 per academic year.
The cost breakdown is an estimated fee structure to complete the program:
| Program Fees | Cost of Attendance |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees | $31,317 |
| Living expenses | $17,448 |
| Health insurance | $1,700 |
| Personal expenses, books | $5,038 |
| Estimated Materials & Supplies | $3,500 |
| Total | $59,003 |
California State University makes every effort to keep student costs affordable. Fees listed in published schedules or student accounts may need to be increased when funding is inadequate or unavailable.