Cost of Attendance
Making college affordable is a top priority at KCAI. We help over 99% of our students find the financial aid they need to pursue their B.F.A. degree.
Use the tables below to explore potential costs associated with attending.
Direct Costs - Direct costs are defined as costs that will appear on your student invoice.
Indirect Costs - Indirect costs are expenses you may incur while attending KCAI. These costs will vary, but should be considered as you budget your expenses. The costs in the table below are estimates to help you plan.
Living On-Campus
Direct Costs
- Annual Tuition (12-18 credits) - $42,000
- Annual Major Fee (all departments) - $800
- Annual Technology Fee - $600
- Annual Health and Wellness Fee - $150
- Barbara Marshall Residence Hall Double Room - $9,170
- Barbara Marshall Residence Hall 14/19 Food Plan - $3,340/$3,730
Total Estimated Cost of Attendance - $59,792
Indirect Costs
- Additional food allowance estimate* - $882
- Books and Supplies - $800
- Personal Expenses - $1,300
- Transportation - $750
*Students are billed directly for a 14 or 19 food plan of their choice. This additional food allowance estimate provides students with the ability to budget for 21 meals per week.
Living Off Campus
Direct Costs
- Annual Tuition (12-18 credits) - $42,000
- Annual Major Fee (all departments) - $800
- Annual Technology Fee - $600
- Annual Health and Wellness Fee - $150
Total Estimated Cost of Attendance - $57,650
Indirect Costs
- Housing and Food - $10,000
- Books and Supplies - $800
- Personal Expenses - $$1,700
- Transportation - $1,600
Living With A Parent or Guardian
Direct Costs
- Annual Tuition (12-18 credits) - $42,000
- Annual Major Fee (all departments) - $800
- Annual Technology Fee - $600
- Annual Health and Wellness Fee - $150
Total Estimated Cost of Attendance - $49,850
Indirect Costs
- Housing and Food - $2,600
- Books and Supplies - $800
- Personal Expenses - $1,300
- Transportation - $1,600