Arizona State University (ASU) is a leader in online education, offering a wide range of programs to students worldwide. Understanding the cost of your online education is crucial for financial planning. This calculator helps you estimate the total cost based on your enrolled credit hours, the per-credit hour tuition rate, and associated fees.
How the Calculator Works:
The ASU Online Tuition Calculator uses a straightforward formula to provide an estimated cost:
Base Tuition Cost: This is calculated by multiplying the number of credit hours you are enrolled in by the per-credit hour tuition rate.
Base Tuition = Credit Hours Enrolled × Per Credit Hour Tuition Rate
Total Fees Cost: Similarly, this is calculated by multiplying the number of credit hours by the per-credit hour fees rate.
Total Fees = Credit Hours Enrolled × Per Credit Hour Fees Rate
Total Estimated Cost: The sum of the Base Tuition Cost and the Total Fees Cost gives you the estimated total amount you can expect to pay for your coursework.
Total Estimated Cost = Base Tuition + Total Fees
Factors Influencing Tuition and Fees:
The costs for ASU Online can vary based on several factors:
Program Level: Undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and professional programs often have different tuition rates. Our calculator includes a selection for course type, though specific program rates within these categories may differ.
Credit Hours: The primary driver of cost is the number of credit hours you enroll in each semester or term.
Per-Credit Hour Rates: ASU sets specific rates for tuition and mandatory fees per credit hour. These rates are subject to change annually.
Specific Program Fees: Some specialized programs might have additional program-specific fees not captured in this general calculator.
Residency Status: While ASU Online aims to provide consistent pricing, traditional university residency can sometimes impact costs for on-campus components or specific programs. This calculator assumes standard online rates.
Using the Calculator:
To get the most accurate estimate:
Enter the total number of Credit Hours you plan to take in the term.
Input the current Per Credit Hour Tuition Rate. You can usually find this on the ASU Online tuition and fees page for your specific program or the general online student rates.
Enter the Per Credit Hour Fees Rate. This often includes technology fees, administrative fees, etc.
Select your Course Type (Undergraduate, Graduate, Doctorate, Professional).
Click "Calculate Total Tuition & Fees" to see your estimated total cost. Remember, this is an estimate, and actual costs may vary. Always refer to the official ASU tuition and fee schedule for the most up-to-date and definitive information.
function calculateTuition() {
var creditHoursInput = document.getElementById("creditHours");
var tuitionRateInput = document.getElementById("tuitionRate");
var feesRateInput = document.getElementById("feesRate");
var courseTypeSelect = document.getElementById("courseType");
var resultContainer = document.getElementById("resultContainer");
var totalCostDisplay = document.getElementById("totalCost");
var errorMessageDiv = document.getElementById("errorMessage");
// Clear previous error messages
errorMessageDiv.innerHTML = "";
resultContainer.style.display = 'none';
// Input validation
var creditHours = parseFloat(creditHoursInput.value);
var tuitionRate = parseFloat(tuitionRateInput.value);
var feesRate = parseFloat(feesRateInput.value);
var courseType = courseTypeSelect.value;
if (isNaN(creditHours) || creditHours <= 0) {
errorMessageDiv.innerHTML = "Please enter a valid number for Credit Hours (must be greater than 0).";
return;
}
if (isNaN(tuitionRate) || tuitionRate < 0) {
errorMessageDiv.innerHTML = "Please enter a valid number for Per Credit Hour Tuition Rate (cannot be negative).";
return;
}
if (isNaN(feesRate) || feesRate < 0) {
errorMessageDiv.innerHTML = "Please enter a valid number for Per Credit Hour Fees Rate (cannot be negative).";
return;
}
// Calculations
var baseTuitionCost = creditHours * tuitionRate;
var totalFeesCost = creditHours * feesRate;
var totalEstimatedCost = baseTuitionCost + totalFeesCost;
// Display result
totalCostDisplay.innerHTML = "$" + totalEstimatedCost.toFixed(2);
resultContainer.style.display = 'block';
}