by our College Data Analytics TeamLook up the current tuition and fees at Southwest Minnesota State University, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
Most-recent tuition and fees at Southwest Minnesota State University were $10,361 each year for undergraduates. Note that the school does not charge a different rate for in-state students.
The fees portion of those totals added up to $1,521; the balance is base tuition.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,840 |
| Fees | $1,521 |
| Total | $10,361 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and do not cover room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of attending. These costs are the full sticker price.
How much would Southwest Minnesota State University charge part-time students? Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the breakdown.
To put that price in context, here is how Southwest Minnesota State University costs compare against other schools. Each rating shows whether the school runs above or below that group’s average.
| Nationwide | In MN | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Relative to the national field, Southwest Minnesota State University is comparatively affordable.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Check the Southwest Minnesota State University Financial Aid page for specifics.
Tuition at Southwest Minnesota State University has changed over recent reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $8,230 |
| Two Years Ago | $8,840 |
| One Year Ago | $8,840 |
| Most Recent Year | $8,840 |
The chart here shows how tuition at Southwest Minnesota State University has shifted across recent years.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional information.
Tuition and fees rose at an average annual pace of 3.03%, so a year from now students could pay around $10,675.
Holding that rate, here is how tuition and fees could track over the next five years:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $10,675 |
| In 2 Years | $10,998 |
| In 3 Years | $11,331 |
| In 4 Years | $11,674 |
| In 5 Years | $12,028 |
When you map out how you’ll pay, build in these annual increases — at this pace, four years of out-of-state tuition and fees projects to about $44,678.
Tuition is only one piece of the cost picture — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
For a closer look at aid at Southwest Minnesota State University, see the Southwest Minnesota State University Financial Aid page.
