Depends on where your going. Alot of states you have to put in for a bonus point first, usually a year in advance and then try to make the draw for the next year using that bonus point. Going through an outfitter usually helps your chances as well, at least your first time until you get your name in the system. Most states, Colorado, Wyoming and so forth will usually run you between 500 to 600 for bull elk tag (out of State), cow tags are a lot cheaper. Some zones in certain states you can draw that year, and some places have landowner tags that you can obtain that year(they usually cost more). Just depends on when, where, and how. Most states have the prices posted on there websites along with draw requirements.