Review current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Dakota College at Bottineau, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
In the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Dakota College at Bottineau came in at $5,388 annually. For students from out of state the figure was $6,294. In-state students receive a meaningful discount here.
Of those figures, the required fees were $858 in-state and $858 out-of-state; the remaining amount is tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,530 | $5,436 |
| Fees | $858 | $858 |
| Total | $5,388 | $6,294 |
These tuition and fee numbers are for one year of attendance and exclude room and board.
Bear in mind that many undergraduates get financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of attending. The totals here are the list price.
What will Dakota College at Bottineau cost per credit hour part time? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the breakdown.
To put that price in context, here is how Dakota College at Bottineau tuition and fees stack up against other institutions. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In ND | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Average | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Compared to colleges across the country, Dakota College at Bottineau is a relative bargain.
Keep in mind that sticker price is only part of the story — aid can change what you actually pay. Check the Dakota College at Bottineau Financial Aid page for specifics.
Here’s how tuition at Dakota College at Bottineau has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $4,356 | $6,534 |
| Two Years Ago | $4,530 | $6,796 |
| One Year Ago | $4,530 | $6,796 |
| Most Recent Year | $4,530 | $5,436 |
The chart here shows how tuition at MSU-Bottineau has shifted across recent years.
From the prior year, out-of-state tuition actually decreased — institutions occasionally restate prior figures, so don’t assume the drop will continue.
Tuition tends to creep up year over year at most schools, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for the full rundown.
Tuition is just the starting figure — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
For specifics on financial aid at Dakota College at Bottineau, go to the Dakota College at Bottineau Financial Aid page.