Estimated expenses for (off-campus student life)


 
Category
Average Cost
Tuition and Fees (per semester)  $ 4300 (for 9 credits) 
$ 5500 (for 12 or more credits) 
House Rent (Shared apt.)  $ 200 - $275 per month 
Food (restaurants are expensive) $ 50 - $ 100 per month
Utilities (gas and electricity) $ 50 (goes higher in winter) 
Telephone (Min fixed charge $25)+ 55 cents a min to India + 
10 cents a min within US 
Books & Stationary (per semester)  $100 - $ 200
Miscellaneous Expenses (varies from person to person)  $ 50- $75 
Approximate average cost of living   $450-$700

(It is recommended that you bring the books that are related to your field and used all the time)


Last Updated on Feb 4th 2001