A valid I-20/DS-2019 is required for you to obtain a visa and enter the U.S., transfer from another school to MU and maintain immigration status once you are in the U.S. Educational institutions in the U.S. are required by federal regulation to have documentation of adequate financial support before you may:
- Receive an I-20/DS-2019
- Extend or change a program
- Change financial information on your I-20/DS-2019
You must show proof of having financial resources immediately available to cover 12 months of expenses based on the estimates outlined below. Remember that all fees may change without notice and that specific costs for each student will vary depending on the number of credits, housing options, etc.
Estimated expenses
Undergraduate students
Based on 14 credits each fall and spring term.
| Item(s) | Fall 2022 | Spring 2023 | Summer 2023 | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and fees* | $15,071 | $15,071 | – | $30,142 |
| Living expenses | $7,170 | $7,170 | $2,550 | $16,890 |
| Health insurance | $1,032 | $1,422 | – | $2,454 |
| Total | $23,273 | $23,663 | $2,550 | $49,486 |
| Dependents | for each add | $4,000 |
Graduate students
Based on 9 credits each fall and spring term.
| Item(s) | Fall 2022 | Spring 2023 | Summer 2023 | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and fees* | $11,551 | $11,551 | – | $23,102 |
| Living expenses | $7,170 | $7,170 | $2,550 | $16,890 |
| Health insurance | $1,032 | $1,422 | – | $2,454 |
| Total | $19,753 | $20,143 | $2,550 | $42,446 |
| Dependents | for each add | $4,000 |
Sponsored students
International sponsored students are charged an additional fee for the services provided by the Sponsored Student Program to meet scholarship reporting requirements. These fees are invoiced to your sponsor each term.
| Item(s) | Fall 2022 | Spring 2023 | Summer 2023 | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sponsored Student Program fee | $500 | $500 | $300 | $1,300 |
*Some departments also assess additional course fees. Please see the Cashiers Office website for additional fee information.
Financial documentation
Documents meeting the requirements in the categories below will be accepted at the discretion of the international student adviser. All financial support documents must be:
- Dated within 12 months of the intended date of enrollment or time of program change/extension.
- In English or with an official translation into English attached.
New MU students must show adequate funding for at least one year based on the estimated expenses above. Funding requirements for continuing MU students vary based on request and student standing. Contact your international student adviser to determine the amount required.