These totals are estimates for a typical undergraduate student at Dallas International University. Actual numbers may vary. Try our Net Price Calculator for a more detailed estimate or view our complete tuition and fees list.

Undergraduate Tuition: $360 Per Credit Hour

Estimated Cost by Term¹

	3-Credit Term	6-Credit Term	9-Credit Term
On-Campus Tuition and Fees	$1405	$2605	$3805
Distance-Ed-Only Tuition and Fees	$1355	$2555	$3755

 Estimated Cost by Program

	Average Term Cost	Number of Terms to Complete	Full Program
BA in International Service (4 yr.)	$6,376 (on campus) $6,326 (DE)	8	$51,010 (on campus) $50,610 (DE)
BA in Scripture and Culture (4 yr.)	$6,380 (on campus) $6,330 (DE)	8	$51,040 (on campus) $50,640 (DE)
	First Term	Second Term	Full Program
Certificate in Applied Linguistics2	$5,575 (on campus) $5,525 (DE)	$6,195 (on campus) $6,145 (DE)	$11,770 (on campus) $11,670 (DE)

¹Totals listed here do not include course-specific fees
²The Certificate in Applied Linguistics includes 6 graduate credits.

These totals are estimates for a typical full-time graduate student at Dallas International University. Actual numbers may vary. Try our Net Price Calculator for a more detailed estimate or view our complete tuition and fees list.

Graduate Tuition: $525 Per Credit Hour

Estimated Cost Per Term¹

	3-Credit Term	6-Credit Term	9-Credit Term
On-Campus Tuition and Fees	$1900	$3595	$5290
Distance-Ed-Only Tuition and Fees	$1850	$3545	$5240

¹Totals listed here do not include course-specific fees

 Estimated Cost by Program

	Average Term Cost	Number of Terms to Complete	Full Program
MA Applied Linguistics1	$7,240 (on campus) $7,190 (DE)	3	$21,720 (on campus) $21,570 (DE)
Other MA Degree1	$6,985 (on campus) $6,935 (DE)	3	$20,955 (on campus) $20,805 (DE)
PhD World Arts2 (including qualifying)	$3,287 (on campus) $3,237 (DE)	11	$36,155 (on campus) $35,605 (DE)
PhD World Arts2 (program only)	$2,917 (on campus) $2,867 (DE)	10	$29,170 (on campus) $28,670 (DE)
Graduate Certificate in Scripture Engagement	$4,725 (on campus) $4,675 (DE)	2	$9,450 (on campus) $9,350 (DE)
Graduate Certificate in Tropical Agriculture Development	$2,653 (on campus) $2,603 (DE)	3	$7,960 (on campus) $7,810 (DE)
Graduate Certificate in World Arts	$4,160 (on campus) $4,110 (DE)	3	$12,480 (on campus) $12,330 (DE)

¹MA degree program numbers are based on a 37-credit degree. These estimates do not include the cost of any undergraduate prerequisites.

²PhD World Arts program length varies depending on the length of time spent on the dissertation phase. Estimates are based on 2 years (4 semesters) for the dissertation.

While we strive to keep tuition rates low for all our students, many of our students also receive financial aid in the form of scholarships and work study. Scholarships amounts are given as funds are available and according to need. Financial Aid applications are processed in April for the award year which runs from May-Extended term through the following Spring semester. Visit our Financial Aid page for more information and eligibility.

Students interested in PhD World Arts scholarships should contact robin_harris@diu.edu for more information.

Financial Aid Opportunities

Work Study (up to 100 hours)	$10 per hour
Dallas International University Scholarships	Approximately 15%-40% of tuition per term
PhD World Arts Scholarships	Up to 90% of tuition
Veterans Benefits (GI Bill)	Up to 100% of tuition
Outside Scholarships	variable

Dallas International does not provide room and board but housing is available on and near campus.  Visit our Housing and Campus Services page for more details. Housing estimates are based on a single person staying in a shared room in the SIL Guest House.  The estimates below are very general and can vary significantly from person to person.

Housing and Other Expenses (rough estimates)

	Per Month	Per Month – higher end	Per Term (5 months)	Per Term (5 months) – higher end
On-campus Housing (Guest House, shared room) includes weekday lunch meals, utilities, wifi	$480		$2,400
Off-campus Housing  (varies) 1-4 bdrm home (utilities additional)	$780	$1,260	$3,900	$6,300
Additional Meals and Personal Expenses	$150	$300	$750	$1,500
Textbooks	$25	$50	$125	$250
Health Insurance	variable	variable	variable	variable

*International students in the US on a DIU-sponsored visa are required to carry health insurance for themselves and their immediate families during their time of study at DIU. Non-international students are strongly encouraged to carry coverage for themselves and their families. Visit our Health Insurance page for more information and some provider information.