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Your 37 state colleges and universities offer the lowest tuition and fees in Minnesota, giving you access to first-rate education options throughout the state and the ability to avoid or limit debt. Financial aid can help offset costs and help manage payments.
2020-2021 Annual Undergraduate Tuition and Fee Rates
(based on tuition freeze for fall 2020 and 3% increase for spring 2021 for full-time students with 30 credits)
Minnesota State Colleges
Minnesota State Universities
Compare Minnesota State rates with the University of Minnesota, as well as private colleges and universities:
- University of Minnesota, Crookston $13,526
- University of Minnesota, Duluth $13,577
- University of Minnesota, Morris $12,578
- University of Minnesota, Rochester $12,934
- University of Minnesota, Twin Cities $15,142
- Augsburg College $36,366
- Bethany Lutheran College $28,380
- Bethel University $39,030
- Capella University $18,495
- Carleton College $59,352
- College of Saint Benedict $48,444
- College of Saint Scholastica $31,254
- Concordia College $43,266
- Concordia University, St. Paul $23,400
- Crown College $27,980
- Dunwoody College of Technology $26,182
- Gustavus Adolphus College $48,990
- Hamline University $44,230
- Herzing University $19,071
- Institute of Production & Recording $31,355
- Macalester College $58,478
- Martin Luther College $16,420
- Minneapolis College of Art and Design $41,749
- North Central University $26,280
- Oak Hills Christian College $25,444
- Rasmussen College $15,107
- Saint John's University $48,166
- Saint Mary's University of Minnesota $31,744
- St. Catherine University $44,480
- St. Olaf College $51,450
- University of Northwestern $33,200
- University of St. Thomas $42,311
- Walden University $15,346
The costs of Minnesota State colleges and universities are for average full-time tuition and fees per year for Minnesota residents. Some colleges and universities charge additional fees. Fees vary by program. For exact tuition and fees, contact the admissions office at the college or university that interests you. The costs do not include room and board for any institution listed.
Not from Minnesota? Most colleges and universities that are part of Minnesota State offer in-state tuition rates to residents of other states. For reciprocity information, click here. Check with the college or university you wish to attend for details.
All veterans, service members, and their families receive in-state tuition.
