Michigan’s Best Value in Higher Education
Stand Out with an Extraordinary Education—at an Affordable Cost.
At SVSU, we believe everyone deserves a first-class education. Last year, two-thirds of our freshmen had their full tuition covered by scholarships and grants—and 98% of freshmen students received aid. With no hidden fees and a commitment to transparency, we help you find scholarships, set up payment plans and choose options that fit your budget.
Tuition
2025–26 Academic Year
Full-Time Block Tuition
Michigan residents taking 12–18 credits
Out-of-state & international admitted students with the Red & White Scholarship taking 12–18 credits
Fall Semester Tuition
$6,840
Due at the start of the fall semester
Winter Semester Tuition
$6,840
Due at the start of the winter semester
Tuition For The Full Academic Year
$13,680
Your total tuition for both fall and winter semesters
View Detailed Tuition & Fees| Full-Time Block Tuition |
Michigan residents taking 12–18 credits. Out-of-state & international admitted students with the Red & White Scholarship also qualify. |
|---|---|
| Fall Semester |
$6,840 |
| Winter Semester |
$6,840 |
| Full Academic Year |
$13,680 |
Red & White Scholarship: Students who live outside of Michigan have a standard tuition rate of $24,000. The good news is that once you apply to SVSU and are admitted, SVSU automatically applies the Red & White Scholarship to your bill, reducing your overall tuition to $13,680.
Block Tuition: With block tuition, you pay one flat rate when taking 12-18 credits per semester. This credit range is equivalent to about 4-6 classes per semester. That means you pay the same tuition whether you take 12 or 18 credits each semester (24-36 credits per year). This model allows you to take more classes at no extra cost. That means you can graduate in four years (or less!) — save on tuition and living expenses — and start your career sooner.
No Extra Fees: There are no fees for freshman and sophomore students. Professional fees apply only to select junior and senior students.
Other Costs for the Full Academic Year
| Estimated expenses for books and supplies | $1,160 |
|---|---|
| Optional on-campus housing and meal plan | $12,340 |
| Estimated travel/personal/miscellaneous expenses | $1,260 |
| Optional meal plan (for commuter students) | $500 – $4,950 |
Your Total Cost of Attendance: Colleges use a “cost of attendance” to help you determine the maximum amount of financial aid you can receive. This total cost includes direct costs you pay to SVSU — such as tuition, housing and a meal plan — plus estimated indirect costs such as books, transportation and personal expenses, which can vary from family to family. At SVSU, the total cost of attendance with these direct and indirect costs is an estimated $27,180.