by our College Data Analytics TeamLook up the current tuition and fees at Metropolitan State University, along with how those costs compare to other schools and how they have changed.
In the latest reported year, tuition and fees at Metropolitan State University stood at $9,840 for the year for full-time undergrads. Note that the school does not charge a different rate for in-state students.
Within that total, required fees totaled $1,269; the rest is tuition itself.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,571 |
| Fees | $1,269 |
| Total | $9,840 |
This tuition and fees total reflects one year of study and do not cover room and board.
Bear in mind that many undergraduates get financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
How much does Metropolitan State University cost for part-time students? Check the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out.
To put that price in context, here is how Metropolitan State University tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In MN | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Relative to the national field, Metropolitan State University is comparatively affordable.
Bear in mind that aid packages often lower the real cost well below these published figures. Review the Metropolitan State University Financial Aid page for details.
Tuition at Metropolitan State University has tracked across the last few reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $8,282 |
| Two Years Ago | $8,571 |
| One Year Ago | $8,571 |
| Most Recent Year | $8,571 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at Metro State has changed across the reported years.
At most colleges, tuition edges up a little each year, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Browse answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more background.
Tuition and fees rose at an average annual pace of 1.56%, which puts the figure next year near $9,993.
If that pace holds, here is what tuition and fees could look like over the next five years:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $9,993 |
| In 2 Years | $10,148 |
| In 3 Years | $10,306 |
| In 4 Years | $10,466 |
| In 5 Years | $10,629 |
Plan around the full four-year total, not just a single year — at this pace, four years of out-of-state tuition and fees projects to about $40,913.
A tuition number is just one part of the picture — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
For details on financial aid availability at Metropolitan State University, visit the Metropolitan State University Financial Aid page.
