Tuition & Financial Aid
For the 2026-27 academic year, Southgate's comprehensive tuition and fees total $38,400, with average room and board adding approximately $13,200. Southgate remains committed to making this investment accessible: 94 percent of undergraduates receive some form of financial aid, and the university meets an average of 88 percent of demonstrated need through a combination of grants, scholarships, and work-study. The Office of Financial Aid works individually with every admitted family to build a personalized aid package.
2026–27 Direct Costs (Undergraduate)
| Item | Per Year |
|---|---|
| Tuition (12–18 credit hours per semester) | $38,400 |
| Housing (standard double) | $7,150 |
| Meal plan (Griffin 19) | $5,620 |
| Student activity & technology fees | $980 |
Part-time undergraduate tuition is $1,280 per credit hour. Graduate tuition varies by program ($790–$1,040 per credit hour); see your program page.
Applying for Aid
File the FAFSA (school code 003085) by March 1 for priority consideration. Every admitted first-year student is automatically reviewed for merit scholarships — no separate application. Questions go to the Office of Financial Aid, Norwood Hall 118, (937) 555-2240.