Texas Undergraduate Programs
The purpose of the Cost of Attendance (COA) is to provide students and families with an estimated cost to attend West Coast University. The COA includes both direct and indirect cost estimates. Direct costs are paid directly to West Coast University and are shown separately for each program. Indirect costs are not paid to West Coast University and are estimates students may use to budget expenses they may incur while attending school. While actual indirect costs may vary, West Coast University estimates these amounts based on the number of months in an academic year and whether students will live with parents or off campus.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Accelerated*
Degree Type | Bachelor of Science (Starting Fall I 2024) | Bachelor of Science (Starting Fall II 2024) | Bachelor of Science Program Start Date Prior to Fall II 2024 (Effective Spring II 2025) | Bachelor of Science Program Start Date On or After Fall II 2024 (Effective Spring II 2025) |
Total Program Credits | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 |
Program Length | 8 semesters | 8 semesters | 8 semesters | 8 semesters |
Full-Time Status (12 to 18 credits) | $12,930 | $10,100 | $12,930 | $10,100 |
3/4-Time Status (9 to 11 credits) | $10,750 | $8,397 | $10,750 | $8,397 |
1/2-Time Status (6 to 8 credits) | $8,405 | $6,565 | $8,405 | $6,565 |
Less than 1/2-Time Status (under 6 credits) (per credit) | $1,425 | $1,111 | $1,425 | $1,111 |
Total Tuition Cost (Full-Time) | $103,440 | $80,800 | $103,440 | $80,800 |
Registration Fee (refundable) | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 |
Estimated Total Book Costs¹ | $5,333 | $5,333 | $4,285 | $4,285 |
Estimated Total Book Shipping Cost¹ | $533 | $533 | $429 | $429 |
Estimate for Uniforms Fee¹ | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 |
Estimate for Supplies & Licensure Preparation Fees¹ | $2,345 | $2,345 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
Technology Fee² ($100 per semester) | $800 | $800 | $800 | $800 |
General Education Resource Fee³ | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 |
Core Nursing Fee⁴ | $22,640 | $22,640 | ||
Estimated Total Program Costs | $113,276 | $113,276 | $113,979 | $113,979 |
Indirect Costs
10 Month Academic Year | ||||
Prior to Fall I 2025 | Starting Fall I 2025 | |||
with parents | off campus | with parents | off campus | |
Federal Student Loan Fees | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 |
Course Materials (Personal Electronic Device-1st year only) | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
Living Expenses (Food & Housing) | $3,120 | $10,410 | $3,270 | $10,910 |
Transportation | $2,160 | $2,160 | $2,220 | $2,220 |
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses | $7,070 | $7,070 | $7,070 | $7,070 |
Total | $13,450 | $20,740 | $13,660 | $21,300 |
*Upon enrollment, students select Accelerated or Evening and Weekend, which will determine the pace at which students complete their degree. In most cases, students that select Accelerated will attempt two courses per term, and students that select Working Professional will attempt one course per term.
¹The Estimated Book, Uniform and Supply fees reflect the Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price totals compiled in December 2024 and are subject to change.
²Technology Fee includes student technical support, Office 365, blended and online course delivery/learning management system, mobile app, student portal technology and access, and require electronic course materials/software.
³The General Education Resource Fee includes costs associated with ATI Smart Prep materials. The General Education Resource Fee will be waived for Active Duty, Active Duty Spouse, Reserve, Reserve Spouse, Veterans, Veteran Spouse, Department of Defense employees, dependents utilizing parent's veteran's education benefits, and Veterans Affairs employees.
⁴The Core Nursing Fee will be billed each semester in which Core Nursing courses are scheduled and covers costs associated with background checks and drug screenings; the operation of equipment for Simulation, Technology, including but not limited to the establishment, scheduling, coordination, site visits, on-going management, and other expenses related to clinical activities. 5 Core Nursing Semesters multiplied by $4,528 per Core Nursing Semester
Note 1: Students who wish to take Challenge Exams will be subject to a fee of $100 for each Challenge exam. Please see the campus Student Accounts Office for a full price listing.
Note 2: Course Audit Policy - Students auditing a course are not charged tuition or fees for the audited course. However, if a student enrolls in both an audit course and a credit-bearing course in the same semester/trimester, they will be responsible for the tuition and applicable fees associated with the credit-bearing course.
Note 3: The Total Tuition Cost can be converted to Cost per Credit Hour by using the following calculation:
Total Tuition Cost ($103,440 prior to Fall II 2024 or $80,800 starting Fall II 2024) divided by the Total Program Credits (120) = Cost per Credit Hour ($862 prior to Fall II 2024 or $674 starting Fall II 2024).
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Evening and Weekend*
Recruitment of the Evening and Weekend pace of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at the Texas campus has been postponed, and the program is not enrolling at this time. Students interested in enrolling into an active BSN degree program are encouraged to apply to WCU’s Accelerated pace of BSN at WCU Texas.
Degree Type | Bachelor of Science (Starting Fall I 2024) | Bachelor of Science (Starting Spring II 2025) |
Total Program Credits | 120 | 120 |
Program Length | 9 semesters | 9 semesters |
Full-Time Status (12 to 18 credits) | $11,941 | $11,941 |
3/4-Time Status (9 to 11 credits) | $9,928 | $9,928 |
1/2-Time Status (6 to 8 credits) | $7,762 | $7,762 |
Less than 1/2-Time Status (under 6 credits) (per credit) | $1,425 | $1,425 |
Total Tuition Cost (Full-Time) | $103,443 | $103,443 |
Registration Fee (refundable) | $75 | $75 |
Estimated Total Book Costs² | $5,333 | $4,285 |
Estimated Total Book Shipping Cost² | $533 | $429 |
Estimate for Uniforms Fee² | $250 | $250 |
Estimate for Supplies & Licensure Preparation Fees² | $2,345 | $4,200 |
Technology Fee³ ($100 per semester) | $900 | $900 |
General Education Resource Fee⁴ | $500 | $500 |
Estimated Total Program Costs | $113,379 | $114,082 |
Indirect Costs
10 Month Academic Year | ||||
Prior to Fall I 2025 | Starting Fall I 2025 | |||
with parents | off campus | with parents | off campus | |
Federal Student Loan Fees | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 |
Course Materials (Personal Electronic Device-1st year only) | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
Living Expenses (Food & Housing) | $3,120 | $10,410 | $3,270 | $10,910 |
Transportation | $2,160 | $2,160 | $2,220 | $2,220 |
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses | $7,070 | $7,070 | $7,070 | $7,070 |
Total | $13,450 | $20,740 | $13,660 | $21,300 |
* Upon enrollment, students select Accelerated or Evening and Weekend, which will determine the pace at which students complete their degree. In most cases, students that select Accelerated will attempt two courses per term, and students that select Working Professional will attempt one course per term.
¹The Evening & Weekend Schedule results in 7 semesters at full time, and 2 semesters at 3/4 time.
²The Estimated Book, Uniform and Supply fees reflect the Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price totals compiled in December 2024 and are subject to change.
³Technology Fee includes student technical support, Office 365, blended and online course delivery/learning management system, mobile app, student portal technology and access, and required electronic course materials/software.
⁴The General Education Resource Fee includes costs associated with ATI Smart Prep materials. The General Education Resource Fee will be waived for Active Duty, Active Duty Spouse, Reserve, Reserve Spouse, Veterans, Veteran Spouse, Department of Defense employees, dependents utilizing parent's veteran's education benefits, and Veterans Affairs employees.
Note 1: Students who wish to take Challenge Exams will be subject to a fee of $100 for each Challenge exam. Please see the campus Student Accounts Office for a full price listing.
Note 2: Course Audit Policy - Students auditing a course are not charged tuition or fees for the audited course. However, if a student enrolls in both an audit course and a credit-bearing course in the same semester/trimester, they will be responsible for the tuition and applicable fees associated with the credit-bearing course.
Note 3: The Total Tuition Cost can be converted to Cost per Credit Hour by using the following calculation:
Total Tuition Cost ($103,443) divided by the Total Program Credits (120) = Cost per Credit Hour ($862).
LVN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Accelerated*
Degree Type | Bachelor of Science (Starting Fall I 2024) | Bachelor of Science (Starting Fall II 2024) | Bachelor of Science Program Start Date Prior to Fall II 2024 (Effective Spring II 2025) | Bachelor of Science Program Start Date On or After Fall II 2024 (Effective Spring II 2025) |
Total Program Credits¹ | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 |
Program Length | 7 semesters | 7 semesters | 7 semesters | 7 semesters |
Full-Time Status (12 to 18 credits) | $12,930 | $10,100 | $12,930 | $10,100 |
3/4-Time Status (9 to 11 credits) | $10,750 | $8,397 | $10,750 | $8,397 |
1/2-Time Status (6 to 8 credits) | $8,405 | $6,565 | $8,405 | $6,565 |
Less than 1/2-Time Status (under 6 credits) (per credit) | $1,425 | $1,111 | $1,425 | $1,111 |
Total Tuition Cost (Full-Time) | $90,510 | $70,700 | $90,510 | $70,700 |
Registration Fee (refundable) | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 |
Estimated Total Book Costs² | $5,149 | $5,149 | $4,285 | $4,285 |
Estimated Total Book Shipping Cost² | $515 | $515 | $429 | $429 |
Estimate for Uniforms Fee² | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 |
Estimate for Supplies & Licensure Preparation Fees² | $2,345 | $2,345 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
Technology Fee²($100 per semester) | $700 | $700 | $700 | $700 |
General Education Resource Fee⁴ | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 |
Core Nursing Fee⁵ | $19,810 | $19,810 | ||
Estimated Total Program Costs | $100,044 | $100,044 | $100,949 | $100,949 |
Indirect Costs
10 Month Academic Year | ||||
Prior to Fall I 2025 | Starting Fall I 2025 | |||
with parents | off campus | with parents | off campus | |
Federal Student Loan Fees | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 |
Course Materials (Personal Electronic Device-1st year only) | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
Living Expenses (Food & Housing) | $3,120 | $10,410 | $3,270 | $10,910 |
Transportation | $2,160 | $2,160 | $2,220 | $2,220 |
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses | $7,070 | $7,070 | $7,070 | $7,070 |
Total | $13,450 | $20,740 | $13,660 | $21,300 |
* Upon enrollment, students select Accelerated or Evening and Weekend, which will determine the pace at which students complete their degree. In most cases, students that select Accelerated will attempt two courses per term, and students that select Working Professional will attempt one course a term.
¹Includes 9 transfer credits for LVN license.
²The Estimated Book, Uniform and Supply fees reflect the Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price totals compiled in December 2024 and are subject to change.
³Technology Fee includes student technical support, Office 365, blended and online course delivery/learning management system, mobile app, student portal technology and access, and required electronic course materials/software.
⁴The General Education Resource Fee includes costs associated with ATI Smart Prep materials. The General Education Resource Fee will be waived for Active Duty, Active Duty Spouse, Reserve, Reserve Spouse, Veterans, Veteran Spouse, Department of Defense employees, dependents utilizing parent's veteran's education benefits, and Veterans Affairs employees.
⁵The Core Nursing Fee will be billed each semester in which Core Nursing courses are scheduled and covers costs associated with background checks and drug screenings; the operation of equipment for Simulation, Technology, including but not limited to the establishment, scheduling, coordination, site visits, on-going management, and other expenses related to clinical activities. 5 Core Nursing Semesters multiplied by $3,962 per Core Nursing Semester
Note 1: Students who wish to take Challenge Exams will be subject to a fee of $100 for each Challenge exam. Please see the campus Student Accounts Office for a full price listing.
Note 2: Course Audit Policy - Students auditing a course are not charged tuition or fees for the audited course. However, if a student enrolls in both an audit course and a credit-bearing course in the same semester/trimester, they will be responsible for the tuition and applicable fees associated with the credit-bearing course.
Note 3: The Total Tuition Cost can be converted to Cost per Credit Hour by using the following calculation:
Total Tuition Cost ($90,510 prior to Fall 2 2024 or $70,700 starting Fall 2 2024) divided by the Total Program Credits (120) = Cost per Credit Hour ($754 prior to Fall 2 2024 or $589 starting Fall 2 2024).
LVN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Evening and Weekend*
Recruitment of the Evening and Weekend pace of the LVN Bachelor of Science in Nursing (LVNBSN) degree program at the Texas campus has been postponed, and the program is not enrolling at this time. Students interested in enrolling into an active LVNBSN degree program are encouraged to apply to WCU’s Accelerated pace of LVNBSN at WCU Texas.
Degree Type | Bachelor of Science (Starting Fall I 2024) | Bachelor of Science (Starting Spring II 2025) |
Total Program Credits¹ | 120 | 120 |
Program Length | 8 semesters | 8 semesters |
Full-Time Status(12 to 18 credits) | $11,941 | $11,941 |
3/4-Time Status (9 to 11 credits) | $9,928 | $9,928 |
1/2-Time Status (6 to 8 credits) | $7,762 | $7,762 |
Less than 1/2-Time Status (under 6 credits) (per credit) | $1,425 | $1,425 |
Total Tuition Cost (Full-Time) | $91,502 | $91,502 |
Registration Fee (refundable) | $75 | $75 |
Estimated Total Book Costs³ | $5,149 | $4,285 |
Estimated Total Book Shipping Cost³ | $515 | $429 |
Estimate for Uniforms Fee³ | $250 | $250 |
Estimate for Supplies & Licensure Preparation Fees³ | $2,345 | $4,200 |
Technology Fee⁴ ($100 per semester) | $800 | $800 |
General Education Resource Fee⁵ | $500 | $500 |
Estimated Total Program Costs | $101,136 | $102,041 |
Indirect Costs
10 Month Academic Year | ||||
Prior to Fall I 2025 | Starting Fall I 2025 | |||
with parents | off campus | with parents | off campus | |
Federal Student Loan Fees | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 |
Course Materials (Personal Electronic Device-1st year only) | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
Living Expenses (Food & Housing) | $3,120 | $10,410 | $3,270 | $10,910 |
Transportation | $2,160 | $2,160 | $2,220 | $2,220 |
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses | $7,070 | $7,070 | $7,070 | $7,070 |
Total | $13,450 | $20,740 | $13,660 | $21,300 |
*Upon enrollment, students select Accelerated or Evening and Weekend, which will determine the pace at which students complete their degree. In most cases, students that select Accelerated will attempt two courses per term, and students that select Working Professional will attempt one course a term.
¹Includes 9 transfer credits for LVN license.
²The Evening & Weekend Schedule results in 6 semesters at full time, and 2 semesters at 3/4 time.
³The Estimated Book, Uniform and Supply fees reflect the Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price totals compiled in December 2024 and are subject to change.
⁴Technology Fee includes student technical support, Office 365, blended and online course delivery/learning management system, mobile app, student portal technology and access, and required electronic course materials/software.
⁵The General Education Resource Fee includes costs associated with ATI Smart Prep materials. The General Education Resource Fee will be waived for Active Duty, Active Duty Spouse, Reserve, Reserve Spouse, Veterans, Veteran Spouse, Department of Defense employees, dependents utilizing parent's veteran's education benefits, and Veterans Affairs employees.
Note 1: Students who wish to take Challenge Exams will be subject to a fee of $100 for each Challenge exam. Please see the campus Student Accounts Office for a full price listing.
Note 2: Course Audit Policy - Students auditing a course are not charged tuition or fees for the audited course. However, if a student enrolls in both an audit course and a credit-bearing course in the same semester/trimester, they will be responsible for the tuition and applicable fees associated with the credit-bearing course.
Note 3: The Total Tuition Cost can be converted to Cost per Credit Hour by using the following calculation:
Total Tuition Cost ($91,502) divided by the Total Program Credits (120) = Cost per Credit Hour ($762.50).