2018-2019 Projected Cost of Attendance
Below you will find the projected costs for the 2018-2019 academic year,* as well as a breakdown and explanation of fees. If you’re looking for detailed information about paying tuition and fees or answers to common billing questions, check out our tuition and payment resources.
| Tuition Type | North Dakota Residents | Minnesota Residents | Montana, South Dakota, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan Residents | Other States | International Undergraduates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Tuition** | $7,957 | $8,912 | $9,548 | $11,936 | $13,925 |
| Engineering Tuition1 | $8,756 | $9,807 | $10,507 | $13,134 | $15,323 |
| Architecture & Landscape Architecture Tuition2 | $10,586 | $11,856 | $12,703 | $15,879 | $18,525 |
| Nursing Tuition2 | $9,214 | $10,320 | $11,057 | $13,822 | $16,125 |
| Business Tuition3 | $8,335 | $9,335 | $10,002 | $12,503 | $14,586 |
| Pharmacy Tuition3 | $15,495 | $16,890 | $18,594 | $23,243 | $27,116 |
- Begins freshman year.
- Begins sophomore year.
- Varies
*Final costs are set and approved by the North Dakota State Board of Higher Education in summer 2018. The figures presented here are subject to change.
**Differential tuition is assessed to students in selected professional programs to cover the costs of additional resources and facilities associated with those programs. Differential tuition, which replaces the base tuition figure, is assessed to students once they are accepted into the professional phase of the program.
Student Fees, Room, and Board
| Fee Type | Domestic Undergraduates | International Undergraduates |
|---|---|---|
| New Student Fee | $120 | $195 |
| Student Fees | $1,337 | $1,507 |
| Housing | $3,926 | $3,926 |
| Meal Plan | $4,639 | $4,639 |
| Health Insurance | - | $1,748 |
| Books | $800 | $800 |
Costs Explained
Student Fees
The Department of Orientation and Student Success is funded by a $120 nonrefundable fee charged to all new undergraduate and professional degree-seeking students in their first semester at NDSU.
The new student fee provides operations and personnel costs aimed at promoting student success and retention, including but not limited to orientation and welcome week programs, tutoring services, and family programs. An additional $75 fee is charged to new international students to support orientation and arrival services provided by the Office of International and Study Abroad Services.
Student fees cover the cost of selected university programs and activities, admission to fine arts and athletic events, student publications, technology, health and wellness services, and a $170 International Student Support Services fee.
Room and Board
Several room and board arrangements are available for on-campus housing. The costs presented here reflect the arrangements most commonly selected by new freshmen: a double room and the 7-Day meal plan. Rates and plans vary—see Dining Services and Residence Life for more information.
International Student Healthcare
All international students are required to purchase the mandatory state health insurance policy. This fee is charged at the beginning of each academic year, and coverage is for one calendar year.
Books and Supplies
Students should plan on spending approximately $800 per year for books and supplies and approximately $3,400 per year for personal expenses and transportation.
Program Fees
Program fees are assessed in addition to tuition and support program needs for a limited number of programs. For specific fees, see One Stop.
More information on costs, additional fees, and payment plans is available from One Stop.
Minnesota Reciprocity
Thanks to an agreement between North Dakota and Minnesota, Minnesota students are eligible for tuition comparable to resident tuition. Students who graduate from a Minnesota high school and enroll at NDSU within 12 months automatically qualify for reciprocity. No paperwork is necessary. If you plan to attend NDSU more than 12 months following high school graduation, complete the application.
Transfer students must apply for reciprocity beginning in April for the following year. Home-schooled students and students who have earned a GED also must apply for reciprocity.
More information on reciprocity is available from the Office of Registration & Records.
Alumni Dependents
Children and spouses of North Dakota college and university graduates may be eligible for reduced tuition at NDSU. New undergraduate students in this category who are not residents of North Dakota, Minnesota, Montana, or South Dakota are eligible for a tuition rate equal to the rate for Montana and South Dakota residents.
Employee Family Discount
Spouses and dependents of NDSU employees may be eligible for a tuition discount equal to one-half of the tuition cost for NDSU classes. Please contact the Office of Human Resources to complete the paperwork at least 30 days prior to the beginning of the term.