“Financial Investment” and Financial Aid

For adults, we like to refer to the tuition expenses as your “financial investment”. Like buying a house, the
investment can seem large initially but the returns end up being greater, and grow over time. Statistics indicate
that our lifetime earning potential dramatically increases with a university degree. That’s why we think of it as an
investment with returns!

Tuition Rate

The University’s normal tuition for this academic year is $585 per semester hour. We are pleased that TWU
has allowed a grant of $160 per course to all of our Bellingham students reducing the cost to $425 per
semster hour. * Total cost will be dependent upon how many semester hours are required in an individual
learning plan. The cost for visiting students who wish to audit is $549 per course.

Other Fees

For those ordering textbooks through the University, these will be waiting for you at the fi rst class. Talk with
your advisor about details and costs. Textbook fees vary by course.

Financial Aid Options

1. Students may choose any lender they wish. Current loan programs pre-planned for our students include:
   
   1. TERI Loan - For the Bellingham campus, use code 009486-01.
   2. Keybank - When you apply for this loan, and select Washington state as your location, you will then have the option to select TWU—Bellingham.
2. Employer Reimbursement opportunity: check with your employer to find out if your company has tuition benefits. Many companies and organizations will support professional development.

Payment Plan Options

Students may arrange in advance for a monthly payment. Otherwise they may choose payment in full on a per
course or module basis.

* Rate may vary annually