Costs & Aid

Costs at a Glance

We're committed to making your education accessible and affordable. Most students pay far less than the estimated costs with qualifying aid and scholarships.

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Cost of Attendance

Understanding the cost of your education is an important step, and we're here to help. The figures below provide the cost of attendance for the 2026-2027 academic year for domestic students. Remember, your actual costs will vary based on your course load, living choices, and personal spending.

Estimated Costs & Aid

2027-2028 COSTS OF ATTENDANCE (as of july 2026)
Expense	MN Residents & Reciprocity	Midwest Non-Resident	Residents of other States
Tuition & Fees	$15,810	$15,810	$21,780
Housing & Food	$12,310	$12,310	$12,310
DIRECT COSTS Subtotal	$28,120	$28,120	$34,090
Total Additional Expenses	$3,200	$3,870	$4,870
COST OF ATTENDANCE* Total	$31,320	$31,990	$38,960

Reciprocity states/provinces: ND, WI, Manitoba

Midwest non-resident states: IL, IN, IA, KS, MI, MO, NE, OH, SD, Ontario

Additional expenses vary & may include: books & supplies; personal & miscellaneous; transportation; and federal loan fees.

*This estimate is based on a student who chooses to live on campus.

Note: The Swenson College of Science & Engineering has an additional $540 (per year) in tuition expenses assessed by the college for undergraduates.

Midwest Nonresident

Midwest Nonresident states and provinces include:

Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Michigan
Missouri
Nebraska
Ohio
South Dakota
Ontario

Reciprocity Agreements

If you are a resident of any of the following states or provinces, you may qualify for reciprocity tuition at the University.

North Dakota
Wisconsin
Manitoba

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The University of Minnesota Duluth is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.