by our College Data Analytics TeamUse the figures below to see the per-credit-hour cost for part-time students at Dakota State University, alongside the full-time annual tuition and fees for comparison.
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For in-state part-time enrollment the rate is $254 per credit. Out-of-state part-time enrollment costs $357 per credit.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Per Credit Hour | $254 | $357 |
Note that the per-credit-hour cost shown here is the published rate, not counting any financial aid or scholarships students may be eligible for.
As a comparison, full-time undergraduate tuition and fees at Dakota State University follow below.
The fees portion of those annual totals amounted to $2,038 in-state and $2,038 out-of-state; the balance is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,616 | $10,718 |
| Fees | $2,038 | $2,038 |
| Total | $9,654 | $12,756 |
These tuition and fees cover one year of academic instruction and do not include housing and meals.
Here’s how tuition at Dakota State University has shifted over the past few years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $7,616 | $10,718 |
| Two Years Ago | $7,616 | $10,718 |
| One Year Ago | $7,616 | $10,718 |
| Most Recent Year | $7,616 | $10,718 |
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
When you map out how you’ll pay for college, build in expected annual increases so rising costs don’t blow up your plan.
A per-credit-hour figure is only part of the conversation — grant aid and scholarships often reduce what students actually pay.
For information on financial aid at Dakota State University, check out the Dakota State University Financial Aid page.
Comparing to full-time enrollment? See the Dakota State University Tuition & Fees page.