PA Act 69 of 2024 for College Affordability and Transparency was signed into law by Governor Josh Shapiro on July 17, 2024. The Act requires Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) to publish all mandatory fees in advance of the start of the academic term for which the fee will be charged and included on a tuition bill.
Tuition & Fees Postings
Eastern's Tuition & Fees for prior, current, and upcoming years are posted on the page linked below. The list of fees includes a description of what each fee is used for.
Tuition & Fees
Total Amount of Mandatory Fees Collected
| Fee | Purpose of Fee | Total Amount Collected in AY 2024-25 |
|---|---|---|
| Course Fees | This fee covers the cost of benchmarking exams, simulation assessment integrated into the course, teaching assistant salary, stipends, and other course related expenses. | $1,758,258 |
| Lab Fees | Fee covers the cost of supplies needed for the laboratory course. | $281,266 |
| Program Fees | The fee covers a range of essential services, including technology support, and administrative functions related to academic advising and enrollment services. This fee structure allows the university to maintain a comprehensive learning environment while meeting specific graduate program requirements and maintaining up-to-date academic resources. | $2,648,622 |
| Student Fees | The fee covers the costs of technology, infrastructure, counseling, student activities, and library services required to support the residential program experience. | $1,573,956 |
| College Success Program Fee | Fee covers the cost of the additional support provided for students in the program. | $125,001 |
| Graduation Fees | All students receiving a degree from Eastern University are assessed the graduation fee. The graduation fee covers the collective costs for professional services, diploma printing, postage and life-long degree confirmation service for graduated students, not just costs related to commencement activities. | $530,160 |