Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
Tuition and fees vary depending on your course load, campus, academic program, and state of residency.
These are the tuition and fee rates for Fall 2024 through Summer 2025.
If you qualify for the Resident Tuition Scholarship, you’ll pay the Minnesota resident rates.
All rates are subject to change. Fees apply to all courses taken for credit, including online courses. Find more details about student fees.
2024-2025 Costs Per Term
Full-Time Enrollment
Total Cost for 12-18 Credits
You’ll pay a flat rate for tuition each semester whether you take 12 credits, 18 credits, or some amount in between. This is sometimes called “banded” tuition.
Depending on your program, you may have to pay additional differential costs or a program-specific tuition rate.
Students enrolled in the Online Business Completion Programs are charged in-state tuition no matter where they’re from.
| Residency | Tuition | eWarrior Laptop Program | Winona Campus Fees | Rochester Campus Fee | Students United Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Resident | $4,193.75 | $485 | $609.40 | $260.61 | $0.80 per credit |
| Wisconsin Resident | $4,193.75 | $485 | $609.40 | $260.61 | $0.80 per credit |
| North Dakota Resident | $4,636.50 | $485 | $609.40 | $260.61 | $0.80 per credit |
| South Dakota Resident | $5,246.00 | $485 | $609.40 | $260.61 | $0.80 per credit |
| Non-Resident | $7,559.85 | $485 | $609.40 | $260.61 | $0.80 per credit |
Part-Time Enrollment, Summer Courses, & Winter Courses
Cost per Credit
If you’re taking less than 12 credits, you’ll be billed on a per credit basis.
Students who are enrolled part-time may choose to opt in to the eWarrior Laptop Program for $485 per semester.
If you’re enrolled full-time during the academic year and choose to take Summer Session or Winter Session classes, there’s no additional fee for using your laptop.
Depending on your program, you may have to pay additional differential costs.
Students enrolled in the Online Business Completion Programs are charged in-state tuition no matter where they’re from.
| Residency | Tuition | Winona Campus Fees | Rochester Campus Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Resident | $277.40 | $46.92 | $21.33 |
| Wisconsin Resident | $296.09 | $46.92 | $21.33 |
| North Dakota Resident | $309.10 | $46.92 | $21.33 |
| South Dakota Resident | $310.70 | $46.92 | $21.33 |
| Non-Resident | $503.60 | $46.92 | $21.33 |
Healthcare Leadership & Administration (HLA) Program Tuition & Fees
Cost per Credit
The Healthcare Leadership & Administration (HLA) program isn’t part of the banded tuition rate.
Students will be billed on a per credit basis for HLA courses.
| Tuition | Fees |
|---|---|
| $353.38 | $46.92 |
Differential Tuition
Cost per Credit
These additional costs are added on a per credit basis whether you’re a full-time student or part-time student, during the academic year or over the Summer, and for all residencies.
| Differential Type | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Online Courses | $4.50 |
| Off-Site Courses (not held at the Winona Campus or online) | $22.74 |
| Nursing Program | $42.79 |
| Composite Materials Engineering Program | $50 |
| Biology Program | $5 |
| Chemistry Program | $5 |
Estimate of Additional Expenses
These are various expenses you’ll have each year that are not billed by WSU—unless you choose to live on campus and have a meal plan.
Exact costs will vary depending on your program and lifestyle, but these estimates are used in determining financial aid award packages.
| Expense | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $900 |
| Housing & Meals | $9,654 |
| Personal Expenses | $2,000 |
| Transportation | $600 |
The housing and food costs are used for students living on or off campus. They are based on the average cost of living on campus.
If you are living on campus, you can find the exact room and board costs.
The room and board budget when you are living with family is $4,600 for the 2024-2025 school year.
