by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current tuition and fee figures for Bemidji State University, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
For the most recent year on record, tuition and fees at Bemidji State University amounted to $10,237 annually for undergraduate students. There is no in-state discount at this school.
Within that total, required fees totaled $1,243; what is left is base tuition.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,994 |
| Fees | $1,243 |
| Total | $10,237 |
This tuition and fees total reflects one year of study and do not include room and board.
Keep in mind that many students qualify for financial aid and scholarships that reduce the amount they actually pay. These costs are the full sticker price.
What does Bemidji State University charge part-time students? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
For some context, here is how Bemidji State University costs compare against other schools. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In MN | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Measured against schools nationwide, Bemidji State University comes in lower than most schools.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. See the Bemidji State University Financial Aid page for more.
Take a look at how tuition at Bemidji State University has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $8,690 |
| Two Years Ago | $8,994 |
| One Year Ago | $8,994 |
| Most Recent Year | $8,994 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at Bemidji State University has moved over recent reported years.
At most colleges, tuition edges up a little each year, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
See answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more background.
Over the reported years, tuition and fees grew at an average annual rate of 1.45%, which puts the figure next year near $10,385.
Holding that rate, here is how tuition and fees could track over the next five years:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $10,385 |
| In 2 Years | $10,535 |
| In 3 Years | $10,688 |
| In 4 Years | $10,843 |
| In 5 Years | $11,000 |
When you map out how you’ll pay, build in these annual increases — projecting four years of out-of-state tuition and fees at this rate gives roughly $42,451.
A tuition number is just one part of the picture — financial aid can sharply lower the real price a family pays.
For more on the aid available at Bemidji State University, see the Bemidji State University Financial Aid page.
