Cost Estimate
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Estimated Undergraduate Cost of Attendance
Direct Costs
The estimated costs below are billed directly by º£½ÇÖ±²¥app, based on 2025–2026 rates.
| Cost/Fee | South Dakota Residents, South Dakota Advantage(1) (CO, IL, IA, KS, MN, MO, MT, NE, ND, WI, WY) and Child of Alumni(2) | Minnesota Resident(3) | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition (Based on 15 credits per semester) | $3,999 ($266.60/credit hour) | $4,683.75 ($312.25/credit hour) | $5,805 ($387/credit hour) |
| General Activity Fee ($51.85/credit) | $778 | $778 |