How much does it cost to attend the IU School of Optometry?
Your tuition, fees, and other expenses will vary based on the degree you are earning, whether you are a current Indiana resident, and of course your lifestyle, personal choices, and habits. The cost of attendance listed below is based on a Class of 2030 student starting in fall 2026.
Scholarships and awards can provide financial support for your education—unlocking opportunities that might not have been possible otherwise. Please navigate to our Financial Aid page to see what opportunities are available.
Estimated cost of attendance for Doctor of Optometry Class of 2030 (as of May 2026)
First year
Expenses
Resident
Nonresident
Tuition and fees
$38,640
$51,176
Books and clinic equipment
$8,954
$8,954
Living allowance
$24,060
$24,060
TOTAL
$71,654
$84,190
Summer after first year
Expenses
Resident
Nonresident
Mandatory fees/lab fees
$709
$709
Living allowance
$8,952
$8,952
TOTAL
$9,661
$9,661
Second year
Expenses
Resident
Nonresident
Tuition and fees
$40,644
$53,181
Books and clinic equipment
$5,248
$5,248
Living allowance
$24,060
$24,060
TOTAL
$69,952
$82,489
Summer after second year — Introduction to Clinic
Expenses
Resident
Nonresident
Mandatory fees/lab fees
$829
$829
Living and clinic clothing allowances
$9,382
$9,382
TOTAL
$10,211
$10,211
Third year
Expenses
Resident
Nonresident
Tuition and fees
$41,959
$54,496
Books and NBEO registration
$5,438
$5,438
Living allowance
$24,060
$24,060
TOTAL
$71,457
$83,994
Fourth year (Summer)
Expenses
Resident
Nonresident
Tuition and clinic fee
$10,499
$13,633
Living allowance
$8,952
$8,952
TOTAL
$19,451
$22,585
Fourth year (Fall/Spring)
Expenses
Resident
Nonresident
Tuition
$31,257
$40,660
NBEO travel and clinic clothing allowance
$1,360
$1,360
Living allowance
$24,060
$24,060
TOTAL
$56,677
$66,080
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Please contact the IUSO Office of Student Administration with your questions about the admissions process or our academic programs.