Costs

In order to receive a Form I-20 from Winthrop University, a student must show access to funds for one academic year.  All schools are required by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to make a reasonable estimate of all expenses, including tuition, fees, books, supplies, housing and meals, health insurance, and miscellaneous expenditures (clothing, local travel, recreation, etc.)  Winthrop reviews the estimated cost for an international student to attend Winthrop on an annual basis. 

A person may show adequate funding from any dependable source including scholarships, sponsoring agencies, personal funds or funds from the applicants family.  A Statement of Financial Responsibility and an Affidavit of Support are available on page three of the International Undergraduate Application for admission.

The approximate cost of the 2009-2010 academic year (two semesters) of undergraduate study at Winthrop University is $31,057. This cost is for Fall and Spring semesters, roughly from late August until early May.   Some students will continue their studies in the summer, which would result in additional costs.  If your family accompanies you, an additional $5,000 per dependent will be necessary. 

The Cashier's Office at Winthrop University can provide an exact breakdown of the cost per semester for tuition and fees.  The Cashier's Office also provides a breakdown of the cost of the different residence halls and meal plans available at Winthrop.   

We are also pleased to offer scholarships to international students.  If you are a new freshman who has IB or AP credit, a new freshman with a qualifying SAT score combined with a qualifying high school GPA, an athlete, possess a musical or artistic talent, a qualifying transfer student or someone interested in representing international students at Winthrop you may be eligible for a scholarship.   

IMPORTANT REMINDER: If you receive a scholarship or a graduate assistantship from Winthrop University, the value of the scholarship or graduate assistantship will be deducted from the amount required to be shown by you or your sponsor on your Form I-20.

South Carolina Residency for Tuition Payment Purposes

Winthrop University is required under South Carolina State Law to determine the residency classification of applicants.  The initial determination is done at the time of admission.  Once a residency determination is made it remains the same until evidence is given to request a change to residency status.  The burden of proof rests with the students to show evidence to establish and maintain their residency status.

All students holding an F or J visa are required to pay the out-of-state tuition and fees.  The state of South Carolina determines the residency laws all public institutions of higher education in South Carolina.  South Carolina has developed a list of approved visa classifications for in-state tuition rate.  Please review this list of visa types and also review information about residency applications and frequently asked questions.

Also note, any person receiving approval for permanent residency status must wait one year (12 months) from the date of USCIS approval to be eligible to pay in-state tuition rates at any South Carolina state supported college or university.  Permanent Residency status and tuition rates have been the source of confusion for some Winthrop University applicants.  For more information on residency requirements and the South Carolina Residency Policy contact our Residency Officer. 

If you have any questions about the cost of attending Winthrop University please contact the International Center.