2026–2027 Estimated Cost for International (F‑1 Visa) Students
Initial I‑20 Cost of Attendance (Fall + Spring)
| Category | Estimated Cost |
| Tuition (24 units @ $478/unit*) | $11,472 |
| Fees | $104 |
| Living Expenses (Food and Housing) | $12,540 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies, Equipment | $1,305 |
| Transportation | $1,645 |
| Personal / Miscellaneous | $5,706 |
| Citrus College Health Insurance | $1,929 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $34,701 |
Notes and Important Information
This estimate reflects a nine‑month academic year based on enrollment in 24 units (Fall and Spring only). Students planning to enroll in additional units or attend winter and/or summer terms should adjust their budget accordingly.
Living Expenses Estimate
Living expenses are estimated based on living in the University of La Verne (ULV) Oaks Dorm in a triple-occupancy room with an 8‑meal‑per‑week plan, including $200 in Leo Dollars. Actual costs at ULV may vary depending on room arrangement, residence hall, and meal plan.
Health Insurance
International students are required to purchase health insurance through Citrus College.
- Plan: PPO Blue Cross
- Coverage: 12 months
- Cost: $1,929 ($160.75 per month)
Tuition and Fees Breakdown
* Per Unit Cost: $478 per unit
- Enrollment Fee: $46 per unit
- Capital Outlay: $23 per unit
- International Tuition: $409 per unit
Additional Student Fees
Fees are assessed each semester and total approximately $52 per term ($104 annually):
- GoPass Fee: $7 per semester
- Health Service Fee: $28 per semester
- Student Representation Fee: $2 per semester
- Student Service Fee: $15 per semester
Disclaimer
All tuition, fees, and estimated costs are subject to change without notice based on action by the California Legislature, the Citrus College Board of Trustees, or changes in third-party service providers.
These general budget breakdowns are for Two Semesters (one year) with a full-time unit course load each semester.
Tuition fees are based on unit count. It is $478 per unit, for the 2026-2027 school year. *Tuition fees and costs are subject to change.
Note: if you have a spouse/child that you plan to bring with you while studying at Citrus College, please submit the Add New Dependent Request online and provide proof of an additional $4,500 for spouse and/or $2,500 for each child in the Financial Guarantee form and Bank Statement in the application.
Preferred payment method for international students paying with an international account:
Citrus College has partnered with PayMyTuition for international tuition payments. With PayMyTuition, you can pay your tuition payments from any bank, in any country in any currency at better than bank exchange rates. PayMyTuition is fast, simple and cost effective.
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