COST OF ATTENDANCE 2026–2027
Costs & Scholarships
The complete cost of attendance — tuition, housing, food, books and personal expenses — so your family can build a realistic budget and prepare financial documents.
$43,720
Undergraduate — international, on-campus/year
$35,360
Graduate — international, on-campus/year
9 months
Basis (Fall + Spring)
15 / 9 hrs
Standard load per term (UG / Grad)
Undergraduate costs (2026–2027)
Estimated for 9 months, on-campus — the most relevant model for new international students.
| Item | Texas Resident | Nonresident / International |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $12,240 | $25,080 |
| Books and Supplies | $790 | $790 |
| Housing and Food | $13,330 | $13,330 |
| Personal, Misc. & Travel | $4,520 | $4,520 |
| 9-month total | $30,880 | $43,720 |
Standard rate based on 15 credit hours per semester, on-campus, for 2026–2027.
Graduate costs (2026–2027)
| Item | Texas Resident | Nonresident / International |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $9,020 | $16,720 |
| Books and Supplies | $790 | $790 |
| Housing and Food | $13,330 | $13,330 |
| Personal, Misc. & Travel | $4,520 | $4,520 |
| 9-month total | $27,660 | $35,360 |
Standard rate based on 9 credit hours per semester, on-campus, for 2026–2027.
Why real costs vary by student
Credit hours per term
Registering above or below the standard load (15 UG / 9 Grad) changes tuition and fees accordingly.
On-campus vs off-campus
Housing and food costs depend on where and how you live.
Specific program
Some programs carry particular fees or course material costs.
Personal spending
Travel, shopping and extra insurance make budgets differ between students.
Qualifying for Texas resident tuition
Scholarships and financial aid
International scholarships
TXST offers merit-based scholarships of varying value — some carry in-state tuition benefits.
Bobcat Promise & aid
The TXST system runs multiple aid programs; eligibility depends on the student group.
Real cost < sticker price
Use the published cost as your planning baseline, then pursue support that lowers your actual cost.
Frequently asked questions
What does undergraduate study cost at TXST in 2026–2027?
On the 9-month on-campus model: about $30,880 for Texas residents and $43,720 for international/nonresident students.
What about graduate study?
On the 9-month on-campus model: about $27,660 for Texas residents and $35,360 for international/nonresident students.
What does cost of attendance include?
Tuition and fees, books and supplies, housing and food, personal/miscellaneous and travel.
Can international students pay Texas resident rates?
In eligible cases (e.g. qualifying competitive scholarships), non-resident students can pay resident rates — check your specific profile.
How much must I show for the I-20?
Typically proof of funds covering one academic year of the cost of attendance. The International Office will guide you in detail.
How should I start financial planning?
Start from the standard cost of attendance, adjust for your situation, then explore scholarships and aid.
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