Pace University tuition and dates for international students
The total cost of a university education is one of the most important considerations for international students and their families. Here you’ll find an overview of the types of costs you’ll need to consider before attending Pace University in New York.
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Students must consider the following costs:
- Tuition: the cost of your classes, and likely the most expensive element of your education
- Student housing: the cost of your room while living in New York
- Meal plan: the cost of your access to campus dining as a Pace student
- Standard fees: this mandatory fee covers the cost of things like technology, health care service, and more
- Health insurance: the cost of health-care coverage while enrolled as a student at Pace
- Books and learning materials: the cost of course-related textbooks, workbooks and other materials
- Personal expenses: the cost of miscellaneous expenses while living in New York
Cost of tuition for international students
Often, the most expensive investment in your education abroad is tuition, which pays for all your classes while enrolled at Pace. Tuition prices vary at Pace by study duration and program.
Tuition costs for international undergraduate students
| Undergraduate degree program | Typical Length | International student tuition fees* |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree | 4 years | $55,040 per year |
| Undergraduate Global Pathways – duration varies by English level | 1–3 semesters | 1 semester: $13,800 2 semesters: $26,800 3 semesters: $39,800 |
| Intensive English Program | 7–14 weeks | 7 weeks: $3,088 14 weeks: $5,867 |
Tuition costs for international graduate students
| Graduate degree program | Typical Length | International student tuition fees* |
|---|---|---|
| Dyson college of Arts and Sciences master’s degree | 1–2 years | $22,050–$54,230 (depending on degree subject) per year |
| Lubin School of Business master’s degree | 1–3 years | $24,375–$31,688 (depending on degree subject) per year |
| Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems | 1–2 years | $25,950–$51,900 (depending on degree subject) per year |
| MS Nutrition and Dietetics | 2 years | $40,905 per year |
| MS TESOL International | 1.5+ years | $20,340 per year |
| Graduate Global Pathways – duration varies by English level | 1–3 semesters | 1 semester: $11,500 2 semesters: $23,000 3 semesters: $34,500 |
| Intensive English Program | 7–14 weeks | 7 weeks: $3,088 14 weeks: $5,867 |
Additional costs
When you attend Pace, you’ll also need to cover other costs, such as your student housing, meal plan, university fees and books and class materials, as well as some spending money for local travel and activities.
Student housing
The price for on-campus student housing varies among Pace’s New York City and Westchester campuses. Undergraduates are expected to live on campus for their first year as a Pace undergraduate student. All room types are limited in quantity, and specific room types and/or building preferences are not guaranteed.
Housing costs per year
| Location | Price range* |
|---|---|
| Pace New York City campus | $18,100–$26,100 |
| Pace Westchester campus | $13,000–$19,800 |
Dining and meal plans
There are a range of campus dining venues and meal plans available for Pace students, and costs will vary based on the meal plan you select. Meal plans are mandatory for all full-time undergraduate students, and for graduate students if they live in Pace residences.
| Type of student | Price range* |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate first-year meal plans | $5,300–$8,170 per year |
| Graduate student meal plans | $1,400–$1,800 per year |
Standard fees
At Pace, standard fees may differ by degree program and level. Pathways has a different fee, but it is the same rate for undergraduates or graduate students.
- Undergraduate standard fees: $2,738–$2,838
- Undergraduate pathways standard fees: $1,718
- Graduate standard fees: $1,553
- Graduate pathways standard fees: $1,718
Also consider:
It’s mandatory for all international students in the USA to have health insurance during their studies. At Pace, student health insurance costs the same at all campuses and for all levels of study: $2,361 per year.
Key to your education are the course materials used by professors in your classes. These materials include things like textbooks, workbooks, notebooks, highlighters, pens and pencils, calculators and more. We estimate the total cost of books and supplies to be roughly $1,000 per year for undergraduate and graduate students.
How much money a student spends on local travel and other personal expenses will vary. Pace estimates personal expenses to be $1,000–1,654 per year.
Total estimated expenses for international students
Your overall cost for attending Pace will depend on your program. Below are estimated total expenses for undergraduate students and graduate students.
Estimated annual international undergraduate expenses
| Cost Item | New York City campus | Westchester campus |
|---|---|---|
| International student tuition | $55,040 | $55,040 |
| Housing and meals | $25,400 | $20,900 |
| Standard fees | $2,738 | $2,838 |
| Health insurance | $2,189 | $2,189 |
| Books and supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Personal expenses | $1,850 | $1,850 |
| Transportation | $1,120 | $1,120 |
| Estimated total expenses | $89,337 before scholarship | $84,937 before scholarship |
Estimated annual international graduate expenses
| Cost Item | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| International student tuition | $22,050–$54,230 |
| Housing and meals | $20,900–$25,400 |
| Standard fees | $1,553 |
| Health insurance | $2,200 |
| Books, supplies and personal expenses | $2,000 |
| Transportation | $1,070 |
| Estimated total expenses | $49,773–$86,453 |
Important dates to know
Knowing the cost of your education is one thing, knowing when to submit applications, documents and payments is another. Below are some key dates to keep in mind.
Program starts
| Program | Fall semester | Spring semester | Summer semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree | Late August/Early September | Late January | |
| Master’s degree | Late August/Early September | Late January | |
| Undergraduate and Graduate Global Pathways | Late August/Early September | Late January | Late May |
| Intensive English Program | September or October | January or March | May or July |
Other important dates
| Deadlines | Spring 2027 | Summer 2027 | Fall 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate application deadline through Kaplan | November 30, 2026 | May 31, 2027 | |
| Undergraduate application deadline through Kaplan | November 30, 2026 | July 15, 2027 | |
| Global Pathways application deadline | November 30, 2026 | April 1, 2027 | July 15, 2027 |
| I-20 request deadline | November 30, 2026 | April 10, 2027 | July 15, 2027 |
| Deposit payment deadline | December 1, 2026 | April 15, 2027 | May 1, 2027, or 10 days after admission letter |
| On-campus housing priority application deadline | December 1, 2026 | April 15, 2027 | May 1, 2027 |
| International student orientation starts | January 21, 2027 | May 21, 2027 | August 27, 2027 |
| Classes start | January 25, 2027 | May 19, 2027 | August 30, 2027 |
Scholarships
Academic merit scholarships are available to help lighten the financial burden on students and their families. At Pace, you are automatically considered for a partial tuition scholarship during your application for admission.
99% of Pace undergraduate international students
received merit-based scholarship money in Fall 2024
$6.8 million was awarded in scholarships
to Pace graduate students in 2025-2026
Up to $21,000 renewable tuition scholarship
for first-year undergraduate students at New York City Campus
Up to $36,000 renewable tuition scholarship
for first-year undergraduate students at Westchester Campus
Up to $26,500 renewable tuition scholarship
for undergraduate transfer students
Up to $6,000 tuition scholarship
for graduate students
Student employment
Another great way for international students to lower their overall costs is through on-campus employment. Part-time on-campus jobs are also good for building up your résumé and developing important skills for career readiness. Many international students take advantage of the opportunity to work part-time while earning their degree.
