Cost & Payment
Individual costs can vary based on the course you take. Some classes require the purchase of several textbooks, and some use none. A few classes have materials fees, such as art drawing and painting supplies or labs requiring tools or equipment. Materials fees are typically noted in class descriptions.
High School Student: One Five Credit Course
These estimates are for a 5-week, 5-credit program and do not include the non-refundable $50 registration fee.
|
Type of Expense |
Cost* |
| Tuition for 5 Credits | $1,395 ($279 per credit) |
| Campus Fee | $341.90* |
| Total |
$1,736.90 |
High School Student: Two 5-Credit Courses
These estimates are for a 10-credit program and do not include the non-refundable $50 registration fee.
|
Type of Expense |
High School Student |
| Tuition for 10 Credits | $2,790 ($279 per credit) |
| Campus Fee | $341.90* |
| Total |
$3,131.90 |
*2024 Campus Fee, subject to change. To calculate your tuition for more than 10 credits, multiply the total number of credits x $279 and then add the campus fee.
Payment and Refunds
- When and how to pay for tuition and the mandatory campus fee
- Chart of refundable charges (if drop deadline is met)
Financial Aid & Scholarships
- UC Santa Cruz Financial Aid or Scholarships are not available for high school students
- Some companies specialize in high school student scholarships, including scholarships.com
Tuition and fees have been set regardless of the method of instruction and will not be refunded in the event instruction occurs remotely for any part of the Academic Year. Figures for tuition and fees represent currently approved amounts and may not be final. Actual tuition and fees are subject to change by the University of California as determined to be necessary or appropriate. Final approved tuition and fee levels may differ from the amounts presented.
