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Undergraduate Student Cost of Attendance

The annual cost of attending MSU covers tuition, fees, dining, and housing options. Your residence status and program location also affect the total amount. We're here to help you navigate these details and plan your education confidently.

The estimated costs of attendance listed below are based on students attending 13+ credit hours each semester, living on or off campus.

International Undergraduate Student Cost of Attendance

Undergraduate Student Summer Cost of Attendance


2026-2027 Academic Year

All amounts reflect one academic year (fall + spring semesters)

Academic year cost of attendance, 2026-2027.
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CATEGORIES
MN, MANITOBA, SD*, WI RESIDENTS WITH RECIPROCITY ND RESIDENTS WITH RECIPROCITY NE, MO, KS, IN, OH ALL OTHER OUT OF STATE RESIDENTS
Tuition and Fees $10,860 $11,706 $15,660 $20,406
Books and Supplies $800 $800 $800 $800
Food and Housing** $13,658 $13,658 $13,658 $13,658
Transportation and Parking $1,470 $1,470 $1,470 $1,470
Laundry/Clothing $740 $740 $740 $740
Personal/Health Care $438 $438 $438 $438
Federal Student Loan Fees $68 $68 $68 $68
Total $28,034 $28,880 $32,834 $37,580
**Food and Housing: the costs provided are based on students living on or off campus. Contact the Student Financial Services (Campus Hub) if you are living at home with a parent, or in housing on a military base or for which you receive a basic allowance under section 403(b) of title 37, United States Code.

 

Programs with Program-Specific Tuition and Fees

Tuition and fees for the programs below differ from standard undergraduate rates based on program design.

  • Iron Range Bell Engineering: $28,930, plus $20 student fee

    • Based on 10-16 credits per semester
  • Integrated Science and Technology Work-Based Learning: $19,440, plus $20 student fee

    • Based on 12-18 credits per semester
  • Software Engineering Work-Based Learning: $29,160, plus $20 student fee

    • Based on 12-18 credits per semester

Cost-per-Credit and Fees Breakdown

See a detailed breakdown of tuition rates and student fees to plan your costs with confidence.

Undergraduate Cost-per-Credit Chart Undergraduate Full Cost-per-Credit RatesStudent Fees Chart

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Which Tuition Rate Applies to Me

Minnesota and non-Minnesota residents pay different rates based on their residency status. Better understand our residency and reciprocity information and where you fit. 

 

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On Campus Room Types and Rates

Understand the pricing options to find the perfect on-campus room that aligns with your needs and budget.

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Student Fees

Explore MSU's student fees for activities, government, the Centennial Student Union, technology, health services, and campus recreation.

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Important Dates: Tuition and Fee Schedule

What you need to know about Minnesota State Mankato's tuition and fee schedule.

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Net Price Calculator

The Net Price Calculator tool gives you an estimate based on the price of attendance and financial aid. The calculator will use your information to estimate the need-based financial aid available for you.

Net Price Calculator