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Tuition and fees at Minnesota State Colleges and Universities

Tuition at Minnesota State Colleges and universities is lower than tuition at most other colleges, universities and trade schools because the state of Minnesota pays a portion of the cost of your education if you are a state resident.

For every dollar you pay in tuition, the state of Minnesota pays $1.02 to support your education.

Compare college costs
The college cost comparison chart includes tuition and fees information for public and private colleges and universities throughout Minnesota.

Money Matters

To hold down costs, it may help to:

• Complete your first two years at a two-year college, which costs less than a four-year college or university. Plan ahead to make sure all of your credits will transfer.
• Live at home to avoid the expense of a dorm room or apartment.
• Attend full time, because part-time students can be at a disadvantage in receiving financial aid.

Financial aid can help you pay for college
About one-half of students in Minnesota State Colleges and Universities receive financial aid to help pay the cost of college. Tax credits for students also can help lower your net costs.

Reduced out-of-state tuition
Students from other states don?t always have to pay higher tuition if they want to attend the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities. If you live in Wisconsin, North Dakota, South Dakota or Manitoba, Canada, you?re eligible for tuition rates similar to those paid by Minnesota residents. And 23 of the state colleges and universities allow students from other states to pay the lower in-state rates, so ask the college or university about its tuition policies.

Learn more about reciprocity agreements with other states.

Room and board costs
The cost for a double room and board at a state university averages $6,266 for one year. Some two-year colleges also have housing on campus or nearby, and many others can help you find housing in the area. The costs of these options will vary.