by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a MSU Moorhead degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how MSU Moorhead measures up.
MSU Moorhead is ranked #1,556 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C. Within Minnesota, it ranks #40 of 69 for value.
These MSU Moorhead majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | #1 of 3 |
| Legal Assistant/Paralegal | #2 of 16 |
| Legal Support Services | #3 of 17 |
| Biology | #4 of 56 |
| Commercial & Advertising Art | #7 of 35 |
| Paralegal / Legal Studies | #8 of 44 |
| Information Systems | #9 of 114 |
| Teacher Education | #15 of 88 |
| International Business | #16 of 130 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #17 of 71 |
Below is the detailed MSU Moorhead value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Minnesota State University Moorhead is ranked #27 out of #72 in Minnesota for quality and #40 out of #69 for Minnesota value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the MSU Moorhead financial aid page to be sure.
Minnesota State University Moorhead is ranked #1,556 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Minnesota State University Moorhead is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at MSU Moorhead costs about $19,927. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $79,708 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $25,145 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $17,997 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $19,927 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $79,708 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about MSU Moorhead net price and the factors that affect it.
What MSU Moorhead costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a MSU Moorhead degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $100,580 | — | — |
| All Students | $79,708 | #1,556 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $71,988 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $100,580 | — | — |
| All Students | $79,708 | #40 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $71,988 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at MSU Moorhead shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $13,260 |
| $30K–$48K | $12,969 |
| $48K–$75K | $14,544 |
| $75K–$110K | $19,410 |
| Over $110K | $21,573 |
About 73% of MSU Moorhead undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $6,740 per year. Get more details on the MSU Moorhead financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average MSU Moorhead cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.