Student Financial Services

Cost of Attendance (COA)

Cost of Attendance (COA)

The Cost of Attendance (COA) budget at Lindenwood University is an estimate of the total expenses a student could incur while enrolled, including direct and indirect expenses. Students are billed for expenses including Tuition and Fees, Books and On-campus Housing and Meals. Students are not billed for indirect expenses, such as Personal Expenses, Transportation, or Off Campus Housing and Meals.

Cost of Attendance Components

  • Tuition and Fees: This represents the cost of tuition and fees for undergraduate, full-time students, based on enrollment in 24+ credit hours during the fall and spring terms. Actual costs can vary depending on the student’s enrollment status and whether they attend online or on-ground classes.
  • Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment: An estimated allowance provided to cover the necessary books, course materials, supplies, and equipment required for academic studies.
  • Living Expenses (Housing and Food): This component estimates the cost of living while attending school, covering expenses like rent, food, household supplies, and utilities. Actual costs may vary based on individual choices and preferences.
  • Miscellaneous Personal Expenses: This includes an estimate for miscellaneous personal expenses such as clothing, haircuts, entertainment, and other similar items. The actual amount spent on these items can vary depending on personal lifestyle.
  • Transportation: This portion represents the average travel costs a typical student might incur. It takes into account the number of trips, distance traveled, and mode of transportation. Actual expenses may differ based on individual travel habits.


Undergraduate 
Full-Time 
On-Campus

Block tuition rate for 12-17 credit hours.

  Fall Spring Total
Tuition $9,950 $9,950 $19,900
Lion Fee $850 $850 $1,700
Food and Housing $5,850 $5,850 $11,700
Books and Supplies $700 $700 $1,400
Personal $900 $900 $1,800
Transportation $550 $550 $1,100
Loan Fees $51 $51 $102
Total $18,851 $18,851 $37,702

Undergraduate 
Full-Time 
Off-Campus

Block tuition rate for 12-17 credit hours.

  Fall Spring Total
Tuition $9,950 $9,950 $19,900
Lion Fee $850 $850 $1,700
Food and Housing $7,125 $7,125 $14,250
Books and Supplies $700 $700 $1,400
Personal $900 $900 $1,800
Transportation $1,100 $1,100 $2,200
Loan Fees $51 $51 $102
Total $20,676 $20,676 $41,352

Undergraduate 
Full-Time 
Live with Parents

Block tuition rate for 12-17 credit hours.

  Fall Spring Total
Tuition $9,950 $9,950 $19,900
Lion Fee $850 $850 $1,700
Food and Housing $2,700 $2,700 $5,400
Books and Supplies $700 $700 $1,400
Personal $900 $900 $1,800
Transportation $1,100 $1,100 $2,200
Loan Fees $51 $51 $102
Total $16,251 $16,251 $32,502

Undergraduate 
Non-Traditional 
Online

$495 per credit hour rate

  Fall Spring Total
Tuition $5,940 $5,940 $11,880
Online Student Technology Fee $200 $200 $400
Food and Housing $7,125 $7,125 $14,250
Books and Supplies $500 $500 $1,000
Personal $900 $900 $1,800
Transportation $1,100 $1,100 $2,200
Loan Fees $51 $51 $102
Total $15,816 $15,816 $31,632