Fees are subject to change at any time by action of the Winthrop University Board of Trustees.
Related Information:
Explanation of Fees Summer 2026 Schedule of FeesActual student expenses will vary depending on the student's course schedule.
Note: Each fee is assessed on a per-credit-hour basis
Note: The Eagle Books fee pays for all required course materials. You may opt-out with the Bookstore but must do so by August 31
| Degree Program | Tuition | Technology Fee | Activity Fee | Eagle Books | All (Sum Per Credit Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-State Undergraduate | $ 371 | $ 15 | $ 80 | $22 | $ 488 |
| In-State Bachelor of Professional Studies | $ 263 | $ 15 | $ 80 | $22 | $ 380 |
| Out-of-State Undergraduate | $ 839 | $ 15 | $ 80 | $22 | $ 956 |
| Out-of-State Bachelor of Professional Studies | $ 597 | $ 15 | $ 80 | $22 | $ 714 |
| Degree Program | Tuition | Technology Fee | Activity Fee | Eagle Books | All (Sum Per Credit Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-State Undergraduate | $ 488 | $ 15 | $ 80 | $22 | $ 605 |
| In-State Bachelor of Professional Studies | $ 352 | $ 15 | $ 80 | $22 | $ 469 |
| Out-of-State Undergraduate | $ 1,071 | $ 15 | $ 80 | $22 | $ 1,188 |
| Out-of-State Bachelor of Professional Studies | $ 770 | $ 15 | $ 80 | $22 | $ 887 |
Note: Each fee is assessed on a per-credit-hour basis
*Excludes MBA campus-based program and the MSAA which are assessed tuition at the online program rate (online rates below)
| Degree Program | Tuition | Technology Fee | Activity Fee | All (Sum Per Credit Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-State Graduate (includes Certification) | $ 426 | $ 15 | $ 80 | $ 521 |
| Out-of-State Graduate | $ 909 | $ 15 | $ 80 | $ 1,004 |
| Out-of-State Graduate Certification | $ 693 | $ 15 | $ 80 | $ 788 |
*Excludes MBA campus-based program and the MSAA which are assessed tuition at the online program rate (online rates below)
| Degree Program | Tuition | Technology Fee | Activity Fee | All (Sum Per Credit Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-State Graduate (includes Certification) | $ 558 | $ 15 | $ 80 | $ 653 |
| Out-of-State Graduate | $ 1,163 | $ 15 | $ 80 | $ 1,258 |
| Out-of-State Graduate Certification | $ 891 | $ 15 | $ 80 | $ 986 |
| Degree Program | Tuition | Technology Fee | All (Sum Per Credit Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master & Doctoral Online Degree Programs | $ 684 | $ 15 | $ 699 |
NC/SC Professional Public Educators*
| Degree Program | Tuition | Technology Fee | Activity Fee | All (Sum Per Credit Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate (includes Certification) 12 + credit hours | $ 298 | $ 15 | $ 80 | $ 393 |
| Graduate (includes Certification) 11.99 or under credit hours | $ 391 | $ 15 | $ 80 | $ 486 |
| Master Online Degree Programs | $ 479 | $ 15 | $ 80 | $ 574 |
| Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Accounting and Analytics | $ 535 | $ 15 | $ 80 | $ 630 |
*The NC/SC Professional Public Educator rate does not apply to Doctoral Programs. This tuition rate is available for students admitted to start an eligible program in Summer 2025 or after. For more information regarding this rate please reference the Graduate Studies page HERE.
For information about Graduate Tuition, Fees, and Financial Aid - please click HERE.
Note: The CBE program is assessed by enrollment status rather than per-credit-hour
| Enrollment Status | Credits | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Part Time Enrollment | 0 - 11.99 | $ 1,750 |
| Full Time Enrollment | 12 or More | $ 3,500 |
For information about Financial Aid for Competency Based Education - please click HERE.
Please Note:
| Description | Amount | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Course/Lab Fees | Varies | Per Course |
| Technology Fee | $ 15 | Per Credit Hour |
| Student Activity Fee | $ 80 | Per Credit Hour |
| Library Fee (Freshmen are exempt) | $ 75 | Per Semester |
| *Center for Student Wellness Fee | $ 240 | Per Semester |
| Environmental Safety Fee (Commuter) | $ 35 | Per Semester |
| Environmental Safety Fee (Campus Resident) | $ 70 | Per Semester |
| Description | Amount | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Post Office Fee (Campus Residents only) | $ 25 | Per Semester |
| Vehicle Registration Fee | $ 100 | Per Year |
| Late Payment Fee (Associated with Fee Payment Deadline) | $ 150 | Per Semester (If Applicable) |
| Payment Plan Fee | $ 25 | Per Semester (If Applicable) |
| Payment Plan - Late Fee | $ 50 | Per Missed Payment (If Applicable) |
| Immunization Non-Compliance Fee | $ 100 | Per Semester (If Required) |
| ID Card Replacement Fee | $ 10 | As Needed |
| New Student Fee (First Time Freshman) | $ 250 | Per Admitted Student |
| New Student Fee (Transfer) | $ 105 | Per Admitted Student |
| Learning Excellence Academic Practices (LEAP) - Assessed in Fall | $ 500 | Per Admitted Student (If Applicable) |
| Housing Early Arrival | $ 24 | Per Day |
| Housing Early Arrival (Group Affiliation) | $40 | Per Day |
| Meal Plan Early Arrival (Group Affiliation) | $37 | Per Day |
| Miscellaneous Fees (In relation to services, fines, and other) | Varies | If Applicable |
Click here to view Room and Meal Plan rates.
Charged per semester based on residential agreement.
Contact Residence Life with questions via 803/323-2223 or upstairs in DiGiorgio Campus Center Office #237.
You should know..
See Payment Methods for more information.
Your course schedule may be dropped if satisfactory payment arrangements are not made by the Fee Payment Deadline.
Student accounts are updated daily in the account portal and may view the information at any time
Parents and others must be set up as an Authorized User to make online payments on behalf of a student
Payment may be made at the Cashiers Office (22 Tillman Hall) with either cash or personal check
Please review the tuition adjustment schedule before deciding to drop course(s) after the Last Day to Add/Drop. The schedule is updated before each semester begins!
When looking at the adjustment table, the date below the percentage indicates the final day to receive that associated percentage of reimbursement.
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions SAS@winthrop.edu
Winthrop University has been authorized by state law to offer campus-based Graduate students the Graduate In-State tuition rate to permanent residents of 12 counties in the Charlotte area, up to existing academic capacity.
Further details about this policy may be obtained from the Winthrop University Graduate Studies (800/411-7041 or 803/323-2204).
Non-resident veterans taking undergraduate or graduate level campus-based programs may qualify for in-state tuition.
For more information, please visit our Residency for Covered Veterans page.
