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St. Cloud State University

St. Cloud State University

Undergraduate Admissions

Financing your Education

Our competitive tuition, priced significantly lower than comparable private institutions and public universities, is a key part of your smart investment in a global education.

The estimated costs for tuition, fees, room, board, books and supplies will total $13,546 for most students enrolled in the 2009-2010 academic year. Keep in mind:

  • Costs are based on 15 credits per semester and a Husky Anytime unlimited food contract.
  • Two academic semesters plus optional summer sessions constitute the academic year.
  • Personal and travel expenses can vary, but should be considered.
  • Cost increases should be expected for each academic year.
  • The following are estimates and are subject to change.

Tuition Details

Minnesota Resident 

 

SEMESTER

ACADEMIC YEAR

Tuition and fees

$3,195

$6,330

Residence and food contract

$3,008

$6,016

Books and supplies

$600

$1,200

Total: 

$6,773

$13,546


Non-Minnesota Resident 

 

SEMESTER

ACADEMIC YEAR

Tuition and fees

$6,541

$13,082

Residence and food contract

$3,008

$6,016

Books and supplies

$600

$1,200

Total: 

$10,149

$20,298


Reciprocity Resident (WI, ND, SD)

 

SEMESTER

ACADEMIC YEAR

Tuition and fees

$3,227

$6,454

Residence and food contract

$3,008

$6,016

Books and supplies

$600

$1,200

Total: 

$6,835

$13,670


Midwest Student Exchange (KS, MI, MO, NE)

 

SEMESTER

ACADEMIC YEAR

Tuition and fees

$4,649

$9,298

Residence and food contract

$3,008

$6,016

Books and supplies

$600

$1,200

Total: 

$8,257

$16,514


Did you know?

  • About 74 percent of our students receive some form of financial aid annually.
  • Each year, we offer more than $100 million in need-based aid through scholarships, grants, loans and student work opportunities.
  • Students from all income levels qualify for some type of financial aid.
  • Some programs require students to show financial need; others do not.
  • Financial need is determined using a federal formula when you complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
  • St. Cloud State has reciprocity agreements with other states, enabling students from some states to attend St. Cloud State at comparable in-state tuition.
  • Use the Internet to take your scholarship search even further by visiting web sites such as www.finaid.org, www.nextstudentloans.com/sse1 and www.fastweb.com.
  • To visit with a financial aid counselor or to receive more information on the financial aid application process, contact the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid, (320) 308-2047 or (877) 654-SCSU, or e-mail at financialaid@stcloudstate.edu.