Online Tuition & Financial Aid
Pursuing your engineering degree is a serious consideration for your future and Bradley University is committed to providing accessible education. Explore options, from scholarships to grants, to help you finance your online engineering degree.
B.S. in Civil Engineering Tuition
The civil engineering bachelor’s program is 124 credit hours in total. Tuition rates are outlined in the chart below.
| 2025-2026 Academic Year | |
|---|---|
| Cost Per Semester Hour | $650* |
| Technology Fee | $250/semester — Degree-seeking students registered in a given semester for six or more credit hours as an undergraduate student** |
| College of Engineering Surcharge | $50/semester hour for all classes taught under the direction of the College of Engineering and Technology |
*Non-degree-seeking students pay the regular tuition rate of $1,135 per semester hour.
**This fee goes toward acquiring, installing, and maintaining technologies and resources at the university level that further advance student success through digital access, an enhanced learning environment, academic innovation, and improved infrastructure and operations.
The Cost of Attendance is designed to help students and families budget for their direct and indirect expenses at Bradley. Detailed information about the Cost of Attendance for all programs can be found here.
B.S. in Electrical Engineering Tuition
The electrical engineering bachelor’s program is 126 credit hours in total. Tuition rates are outlined in the chart below.
| 2025-2026 Academic Year | |
|---|---|
| Cost Per Semester Hour | $650* |
| Technology Fee | $250/semester — Degree-seeking students registered in a given semester for six or more credit hours as an undergraduate student** |
| College of Engineering Surcharge | $50/semester hour for all classes taught under the direction of the College of Engineering and Technology |
*Non-degree-seeking students pay the regular tuition rate of $1,135 per semester hour.
**This fee goes toward acquiring, installing, and maintaining technologies and resources at the university level that further advance student success through digital access, an enhanced learning environment, academic innovation, and improved infrastructure and operations.
The Cost of Attendance is designed to help students and families budget for their direct and indirect expenses at Bradley. Detailed information about the Cost of Attendance for all programs can be found here.
Non-Degree Seeking Enrollment
Students may enroll in coursework at Bradley University without being admitted to regular undergraduate or graduate programs. For students wishing to receive regular course credit, this type of enrollment is called “Non-Degree Seeking” enrollment and is subject to a special admission process.
Non-degree seeking students are billed at the standard Bradley University tuition rate. Please note that discounted online tuition rates, scholarships, and other forms of financial aid are not available for non-degree seeking students. Tuition and fees are assessed per credit hour based on the university’s current undergraduate or graduate tuition schedule. If you are considering taking a course as a non-degree seeking student, we recommend reviewing the current tuition and fee schedule and contacting the Student Financial Services office for additional information.
Financial Aid
If you wish to apply for financial aid, complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid as early as possible. The Bradley University Office of Student Financial Aid will work with you to determine options for funding university coursework based on FAFSA results. Bradley’s FAFSA code is 001641.
Visit the Office of Student Financial Services website for more information.
Follow the Bradley Blueprint for Engineering Success
Considering an online bachelor’s in engineering to take your career to the next level? Your journey starts here. Complete the form to get more information.
This form is for future students who would like to learn more about Bradley University Online Programs.
Bradley University is authorized to deliver online programs to US citizens and permanent residents residing in the United States. International students are encouraged to inquire about on-campus opportunities by visiting Bradley University International Admissions.