Cost of Attendance
For Graduate & Undergraduate Students
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Undergraduate Estimated Cost of Attendance (COA)
for 2025-2026 Award Year
| All Undergraduate Programs | Living On Campus | Living Off Campus | |
| Full-time (12 units/semester) | On Campus | Off Campus | With Parents/ Relatives |
| Tuition ($605/unit) | $7,260 | $7,260 | $7,260 |
| Mandatory Fees | $634 | $634 | $634 |
| Housing – On Campus | $3,567 | — | — |
| Direct Costs | $11,461 | $7,894 | $7,894 |
| Food | 3,780 | — | — |
| Food & Housing – Off Campus | — | $11,377 | $5,918 |
| Books & Supplies | $545 | $545 | $545 |
| Transportation | $626 | $995 | $909 |
| Student Loan Fees | $200 | $200 | $200 |
| Miscellaneous | $1,643 | $2,534 | $2,070 |
| Indirect Costs | $6,794 | $15,651 | $9,642 |
| Semester Totals | $18,255 | $23,545 | $17,536 |
| Annual COA | $36,510 | $47,090 | $35,072 |
| IEP Spring or Fall (16-Week Session) | Living On Campus |
| On Campus | |
| Tuition | $4,948 |
| Mandatory Fees | $634 |
| Housing – On Campus | $3,567 |
| Direct Costs | $9,149 |
| Food | $3,780 |
| Books & Supplies | $545 |
| Transportation | $626 |
| Miscellaneous | $1,643 |
| Indirect Costs | $6,594 |
| Semester Totals | $15,743 |
| Annual COA | $31,486 |
Graduate Estimated Cost of Attendance (COA) for 2025-2026 Award Year
To ensure each of our incoming students is prepared to succeed at UWest, we seek applicants who meet the following minimum prior grade point average (GPA) requirements:
Graduate Minimum GPA
- MBA, Professional MBA: 2.50
- MA Religious Studies: 3.00
- MA Psychology: 3.00
- MDiv Buddhist Chaplaincy: 3.00
- DBMin Buddhist Ministry: 3.00
- PhD Religious Studies: 3.00
- PhD Eastern Philosphy & Religion: 3.00
*Note: When space is available, programs may accept applications after the official deadline. For late application questions, contact INFO@UWEST.EDU.
**International Applicant Deadline: Applicants must have a valid F-1 visa to attend UWest. Those who do not yet have a current F-1 visa will need to apply to UWest at least three months in advance of the intended start date to allow time for the visa approval process.
State Authorization
UWest offers two distance education programs. For more information, please click here: STATE AUTHORIZATION FOR DISTANCE EDUCATION
Fill Out the Application
- Fill out the online application form.
- Pay the Application Fee – $50 for domestic applicants / $100 for international students (non-refundable). Payment is accepted by credit card, check, or through the online portal. Pay your application fee here.
Statement of Purpose
- 500–600 words (typed, double-spaced), describing:
Why you’ve chosen to pursue graduate study at UWest
Your specific area of interest or research
Your academic, professional, and personal goals
Transcripts
- Submit sealed or official digital transcripts from all universities attended..
- A copy of your most recently earned diploma (bachelor’s or master’s).Documents can also be emailed to documents@uwest.edu.
Identification
Legal photo ID (e.g., passport, driver’s license) and, if applicable, a copy of your Social Security and/or Permanent Resident card.
Need Help? Contact Us
Director of Financial Aid: Lezli Fang
Email: lezliyf@uwest.edu