Graduate Student Costs: Newly Admitted & Current Graduate Students

Below are the most recent tuition and cost estimates for Graduate Students for an academic year (fall and spring semesters).  Amounts below are based on average enrollment of 8 units per semester for graduate students at Cal Poly Pomona, which is the average number of units Graduate students enroll in each semester.  

2023 – 2024 Standard Graduate Programs Cost of Attendance for California Residents (as of March 1, 2023)

2023 – 2024 Standard Graduate Program Cost of Attendance for Non California Residents (as of March 1, 2023)

*Non-Resident students are assessed the CA Resident Tuition and Fees, plus an additional $396 per unit in Non-Resident Tuition. The figure above is based on enrollment in 16 units for the academic year - 8 units per semester. 

The CSU makes every effort to keep student costs to a minimum. Fees listed in published schedules or student accounts may need to be increased when public funding is inadequate. Therefore, CSU must reserve the right, even after fees are initially charged or initial fee payments are made, to increase or modify any listed fees. All listed fees, other than mandatory systemwide fees, are subject to change without notice, until the date when instruction for a particular semester or quarter has begun. All CSU listed fees should be regarded as estimates that are subject to change upon approval by the Board of Trustees, the Chancellor, or the Presidents, as appropriate. Changes in mandatory systemwide fees will be made in accordance with the requirements of the Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act (Sections 66028 - 66028.6 of the Education Code). 

Below are the most recent tuition and cost estimates for MBA Students for an academic year (fall and spring semesters).  Amounts below are based on average enrollment of 8 units per semester (16 units per academic year) for MBA students, which is the average number of units MBA students enroll in each semester.  

For additional information on program requirements, enrollment, and costs, visit the MBA program site.

Note on Tuition & Fees for MBA Students 
The average cost of tuition and fees for the academic year, based on 8 units per semester enrollment (this is the average enrollment for students in the MBA program).  The figure includes the Systemwide Tuition Fee, the Mandatory Cal Poly Pomona Campus Based Fees, and the per-unit Graduate Professional Fee.  

2023 – 2024 MBA Cost of Attendance for California Residents (as of March 1, 2023) 

2023 – 2024 MBA Cost of Attendance for Non California Residents  

*Non-Resident students are assessed the CA Resident Tuition and Fees, plus an additional $396 per unit in Non-Resident Tuition. The figure above is based on enrollment in 16 units for the academic year - 8 units per semester. 

The CSU makes every effort to keep student costs to a minimum. Fees listed in published schedules or student accounts may need to be increased when public funding is inadequate. Therefore, CSU must reserve the right, even after fees are initially charged or initial fee payments are made, to increase or modify any listed fees. All listed fees, other than mandatory systemwide fees, are subject to change without notice, until the date when instruction for a particular semester or quarter has begun. All CSU listed fees should be regarded as estimates that are subject to change upon approval by the Board of Trustees, the Chancellor, or the Presidents, as appropriate. Changes in mandatory systemwide fees will be made in accordance with the requirements of the Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act (Sections 66028 - 66028.6 of the Education Code). 

Below are the most recent tuition and cost estimates for MS Accountancy Students for an academic year (fall and spring semesters).  Amounts below are based on average enrollment of 7 units per semester (14 units per academic year), which is the average number of units MS Accountancy students enroll in each semester.  

For additional information on program requirements, enrollment, and costs, visit the MS Accountancy program site 

Note on Tuition & Fees for MS Accountancy Students 
The average cost of tuition and fees for the academic year, based on 7 units per semester enrollment (this is the average enrollment for students in the MS Accountancy program).  The figure includes the Systemwide Tuition Fee, the Mandatory Cal Poly Pomona Campus Based Fees, and the per-unit Graduate Professional Fee.

2023 – 2024 MS Accountancy Cost of Attendance for California Residents (as of March 1, 2023)

2023 – 2024 MS Accountancy Cost of Attendance for Non California Residents (as of March 1, 2023) 

*Non-Resident students are assessed the CA Resident Tuition and Fees, plus an additional $396 per unit in Non-Resident Tuition. The figure above is based on enrollment in 14 units for the academic year - 7 units per semester. 

The CSU makes every effort to keep student costs to a minimum. Fees listed in published schedules or student accounts may need to be increased when public funding is inadequate. Therefore, CSU must reserve the right, even after fees are initially charged or initial fee payments are made, to increase or modify any listed fees. All listed fees, other than mandatory systemwide fees, are subject to change without notice, until the date when instruction for a particular semester or quarter has begun. All CSU listed fees should be regarded as estimates that are subject to change upon approval by the Board of Trustees, the Chancellor, or the Presidents, as appropriate. Changes in mandatory systemwide fees will be made in accordance with the requirements of the Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act (Sections 66028 - 66028.6 of the Education Code). 

Below are the most recent tuition and cost estimates for MS Information Security Students for an academic year (fall and spring semesters).  Amounts below are based on average enrollment of 6 units per semester (12 units per academic year), which is the average number of units MS Information Security students enroll in each semester.  

For additional information on program requirements, enrollment, and costs, visit the MS Information Security program site 

Note on Tuition & Fees for MS Information Security Students 
The average cost of tuition and fees for the academic year, based on 6 units per semester enrollment (this is the average enrollment for students in the MS Information Security program).  The figure includes the Systemwide Tuition Fee, the Mandatory Cal Poly Pomona Campus Based Fees, and the per-unit Graduate Professional Fee.

2023 – 2024 MS Information Security Cost of Attendance for California Residents  (as of March 1, 2023)

2023 – 2024 MS Information Security Cost of Attendance for Non California Residents (as of March 1, 2023)

*Non-Resident students are assessed the CA Resident Tuition and Fees, plus an additional $396 per unit in Non-Resident Tuition. The figure above is based on enrollment in 12 units for the academic year - 6 units per semester. 

The CSU makes every effort to keep student costs to a minimum. Fees listed in published schedules or student accounts may need to be increased when public funding is inadequate. Therefore, CSU must reserve the right, even after fees are initially charged or initial fee payments are made, to increase or modify any listed fees. All listed fees, other than mandatory systemwide fees, are subject to change without notice, until the date when instruction for a particular semester or quarter has begun. All CSU listed fees should be regarded as estimates that are subject to change upon approval by the Board of Trustees, the Chancellor, or the Presidents, as appropriate. Changes in mandatory systemwide fees will be made in accordance with the requirements of the Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act (Sections 66028 - 66028.6 of the Education Code). 

Below are the most recent tuition and cost estimates for EdD Students for an academic year (fall and spring semesters).  Amounts below are based on average enrollment of 6 units per semester (12 units per academic year), which is the average number of units Education Doctorate (EdD) students enroll in each semester.  

For additional information on program requirements, enrollment, and costs, visit the EdD program's site. 
 
NOTE:  The information below reflects costs associated with the Fall & Spring Semesters, and does not include the Summer semester. 

2023 – 2024 Education Doctorate (EdD) Cost of Attendance for California Residents (as of March 1, 2023) 

2023 – 2024 Education Doctorate (EdD) Cost of Attendance for Non California Residents (as of March 1, 2023)

*Non-Resident students are assessed the CA Resident Tuition and Fees, plus an additional $396 per unit in Non-Resident Tuition. The figure above is based on enrollment in 12 units for the academic year - 6 units per semester. 

The CSU makes every effort to keep student costs to a minimum. Fees listed in published schedules or student accounts may need to be increased when public funding is inadequate. Therefore, CSU must reserve the right, even after fees are initially charged or initial fee payments are made, to increase or modify any listed fees. All listed fees, other than mandatory systemwide fees, are subject to change without notice, until the date when instruction for a particular semester or quarter has begun. All CSU listed fees should be regarded as estimates that are subject to change upon approval by the Board of Trustees, the Chancellor, or the Presidents, as appropriate. Changes in mandatory systemwide fees will be made in accordance with the requirements of the Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act (Sections 66028 - 66028.6 of the Education Code). 

If a student enrolls in less than 7 units, their cost of attendance must be adjusted so it reflects their actual costs.  At Cal Poly Pomona adjustments will be made after the end each semester's Add/Drop period.

Adjustments for Students enrolled full-time, in 6 units:

• Tuition and Fees: Students who are enrolled in 6 units will have the tuition & fees part of their cost of attendance budget adjusted to reflect the lower 0-6 unit tuition rate.  All other cost of attendance elements remain the same.

Adjustments for Students enrolled at least half-time, in 3 - 5 units:

• Tuition and Fees: Students who are enrolled at least half-time, in 3-5 units will have the tuition & fees part of their cost of attendance budget adjusted to reflect the lower 0-6 unit tuition rate.  All other cost of attendance elements remain the same.

Adjustments for Students enrolled less than half-time (0 – 2 units):
For students enrolled less than half-time, the following elements will be adjusted:

• Tuition and Fees adjusted to the lower 0-6 unit tuition rate
• Personal Expenses adjusted to $0 (as required under federal student aid regulations)
• Living Expenses (Food and Housing) adjusted to $0

A standardized set of budgets is used as the basis for determining the cost of attendance at Cal Poly Pomona. The figures used for all categories (except Tuition & Fees and On Campus Room & Board) represent the average expenses reported by Cal Poly Pomona students in the 2021 Student Expenses and Resources Survey (SEARS), conducted by the California Student Aid Commission.  1,500 students from Cal Poly Pomona were contacted regarding the survey – and the response rate was 32.47%. 

Amounts are updated annually based on inflation and the Consumer Price Index for non-surveyed years.

No distinction is made with respect to the mode of instruction in determining costs – students enrolled in online courses or a fully online program have the same elements included in their cost of attendance budget.

• Tuition & Mandatory Fees: Cost paid to Cal Poly Pomona for courses, includes mandatory campus fees.  This figure is based off anticipated enrollment in 7 or more units. 
• Living Expenses (Food and Housing): The average cost per academic year to live in the Pomona / LA County area while attending Cal Poly Pomona. Actual costs may vary by individual choices related to location and circumstances (on-campus, off-campus, living at home) 
  • Commuter Food and Housing reflects the lower costs of living at home. 
  • On-Campus Food and Housing (Residence Halls) is based on the actual costs for a “Double Room” and the unlimited meal plan option, which provides for 21 meals per week. 
  • Off-Campus Food and Housing is based on the average amount reported by Cal Poly Pomona students on the 2021 SEARS survey.  These figures assume a roommate.
    • Food =  $781 per month
    • Housing = $1,211 per month
• Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment: The average amount students spend on books and educational supplies.
• Transportation:   The average transportation cost between campus, residences, and place of work (includes bus fare, gasoline, tolls, parking, etc.).  Amount does not include car payments, insurance, repairs or license fees.
• Personal Expenses:   The average amount for personal expenses which includes clothing, personal care, cell phone plan, and health care costs not covered by insurance.
• Federal Direct Loan Fees:   For students who borrow a Direct Loan, the average cost of the loan origination fee; for parents who borrow a Direct PLUS loan on behalf of their dependent student, the actual cost of the PLUS loan origination fee.

For informational purposes only:  In accordance with California Assembly Bill 990, Cal Poly Pomona provides the typical market cost of a one-bedroom apartment in the Pomona area:  $2,137 per month (per www.apartments.com), as of January 1, 2023.

In addition to the elements included in our standard COA Budgets, the following elements can be included on a case-by-case basis, using our Cost of Attendance appeal form:

Computer Purchase: Reasonable costs related to the rental or upfront purchase of a personal computer.

Study Abroad Expenses:  Reasonable costs (including travel, visa, passport, etc.) for students participating in a study abroad program approved for credit by Cal Poly Pomona.

Dependent care:  Expenses incurred for dependent care, based on the number and age of the student’s dependents.

• The period for which dependent care is required includes, but is not limited to, class-time, study-time, field work, internships, and commuting time.
• Such allowance must not exceed the reasonable cost in the community in which the student resides for the kind of care provided

Disability-related expenses: Expenses associated with a student’s disability, including special services, personal assistance, transportation, equipment, and supplies that are reasonably incurred and not provided for by other agencies.

Cooperative education cost:  Students engaged in a work experience under a cooperative education program, an allowance for reasonable costs associated with such employment.