Fees and Charges
Fee rates for the 2025-2026 academic year are set by Adelphi University’s Board of Trustees.
Fee rates for the academic year are set each year by the Board of Trustees of Adelphi University. Students who take any courses held at the Garden City, NY campus will be governed by the on-campus tuition and fee rates.
University and Technology Fees
- University Fee: Covers the use of all academic and recreational facilities and services—including recreation and sports, counseling and career services—and provides for security, shuttle transportation services, and accident insurance for all students.
- Technology Fee: Supports campus-wide wireless access, web and eCampus services, computer labs, and smart classroom technology.
Library Resources Fee
Provides access to timely and relevant research databases, academic publications, and digital resources essential for student learning at our University Libraries. These resources are vital to the world-class academic experience we provide at Adelphi.
Student Activity Fee
The student activity fee is allocated and disbursed by the Student Government Association to recognized student groups.
Health and Wellness Fee
The health and wellness fee is used to improve offerings in the areas of health, mental health as well as student accessibility on campus.
Housing Fees
We offer a variety of living options to fit your budget and lifestyle. Learn more about housing costs and options.
Course Fees
Some courses have additional fees that are not listed below. Please check course search for details on specific course fees.
Enrollment and Required Deposits
Application Fees
| Fee Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Application Fee (Undergraduate) | $50 |
| Application Fee (Graduate) | $60 |
| Continuous Matriculation Fee | $125 |
| Criminal Background Check Fee (when required) | $100 |
Deposits
| Fee Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition for New Students (nonrefundable) | $300 |
| Graduate Program Deposit (nonrefundable) | $200 |
| Room and Board (nonrefundable) | $300 |
| Graduate Reapplication/Late Filing Fee | $25 |
| Learning Resource/Bridges Program (additional) | $250 |
Late Registration Fees
| Fee Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate Late Registration | $160 |
| Graduate Late Registration | $55 |
Program-Specific Fees
Nursing Undergraduate Program Fees
Learn more about what these fees cover in the nursing undergraduate fee details.
| Fee Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| ATI Bundle Fee (per course) | $631.50 |
| ExamSoft Fee (per course) | To be announced |
| Clinical Course Fee (per clinical course) | $425 |
| Liability Insurance Fee (per semester) | $10.50 |
| Practice Pack Fee (one time fee) | $185 |
Nursing Graduate Program Fees
Find out how these fees support your program in the nursing graduate fee breakdown.
| Fee Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Fitzgerald Assessment (one time fee) | $532 |
| ExamSoft (per course) | To be announced |
| Liability Insurance fee (per semester) | $44.50 |
Social Work Program Fees
See a full explanation of these charges in the social work program fee guide.
| Fee Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Generalist Year Licensure Preparation Fee | $180 |
| Continuous Matriculation for Field Instruction | $340 |
| Continuous Matriculation Fee with Advisement | $4,280 |
| Assessment and Diagnosis Specialized Year Licensure Preparation Fee | $300 |
| Graduate Activity Fee (10 or more credits) | $20 |
| Graduate Activity Fee (fewer than 10 credits) | $15 |
| Liability Insurance | $10.50 |
Orientation
| Fee Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| First-Year Students (fall semester, nonrefundable) | $325 |
| Transfer and First-Year Students (spring semester) | $85 |
Other Fees and Charges
Health and Insurance Fees
| Fee Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Health Insurance | To be announced |
Registration and Account Processing
| Fee Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Course Audit Fee | $450 |
| Off-Campus Registration Fee | $125 |
| Registration Reinstatement Fee | $150 |
| Summer Registration Fee (nonrefundable) | $125 |
| Summer Technology Fee (per semester) | $160 |
| Transcript Fee (per copy) | $10 |
| Uncollected Check (returned by bank) | $25 |
| Withdrawal Fee | $125 |
Special Programs and Services
| Fee Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Bridges to Adelphi (per semester) | $5,095 |
| International Student Service Fee | $75 |
| Learning Resource Program Fee (per semester) | $5,645 |
| Music Private Instruction (per semester) | $1,310 |
| Music Private Instruction (summer) | $385 |
Prior Year Fees
Please refer to the 2024-2025 Fees and Charges for last year’s rates.
The Board of Trustees of Adelphi University reserves the right to change this tuition and fee schedule without prior notice. The One-Stop Student Services Center must be consulted for the current tuition and fee schedule.