Rigorous and affordable.
As national rankings have recognized, the University of Dallas yields top value for students seeking a rigorous liberal arts education. Compared to other regional universities in the American West, UD offers unmatched academic quality at one of the most affordable costs.
Last year,
98%
of first-year students received scholarships and/or grants directly from the University of Dallas.
For 2024-25,
$35,760
is the average tuition and housing-and-food cost after scholarships and grants to first-year students.
2025–2026 Undergraduate Costs
The University of Dallas offers a comprehensive financial aid program that includes need-based aid, scholarships, federal work-study and other forms of financial assistance. Individual adjustments may be made for insurance, lab fees, loan fees, or dependent care upon request. Contact your financial aid counselor.
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Cost of Attendance for the 2025-26 academic year
| On-campus | Off-campus | At Home | |
| Tuition | $52,650 | $52,650 | $52,650 |
| Fees* | $3,980 | $3,980 | $3,980 |
| Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment | $1,056 | $1,056 | $1,056 |
| Housing | $8,180 | $7,716 | $3,314 |
| Food | $7,360 | $3,026 | $2,110 |
| Transportation | $2,060 | $4,082 | $4,620 |
| Personal Expenses | $932 | $998 | $998 |
| Total | $76,218 | $73,508 | $68,728 |
Tuition & Fees
The average cost of tuition and fees for a typical student based on enrolling full-time per year. The actual costs that a student incurs will vary depending on the student's degree or certificate program. *The fees do not include student health insurance if you choose to participate in the insurance program offered through UD. It also does not include possible course/lab fees ($20-$110), the Payment Plan fee ($60), or the one-time new student orientation fee ($175).
Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment
The average cost of books, course materials, supplies and equipment for a typical student for the academic year.
Transportation
The average cost of transportation between campus, residences, and place of work for a typical student for the year.
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses
The average personal expenses (does not include housing or food) of a student living on campus at least on a half time basis.
Housing and Food (Living Expenses)
A reasonable estimate of a student's housing and food costs while attending school. Actual costs may vary by individual choices related to location and circumstances; for example, living at home vs. living on campus.