International Student Cost of Attendance

Moorhead is one of the lowest priced residential universities in Minnesota. We are committed to delivering an affordable, high-quality education. Dragons can earn more credits for less thanks to banded tuition.

International students are responsible for all educational and personal expenses for the duration of their F-1 status at Minnesota State Moorhead. To issue an I-20, which is needed to obtain an F-1 student visa, Minnesota State Moorhead is required by the U.S. government to maintain records that you have the funds necessary to cover your tuition, fees (student fee based on registration and international student fee), and living expenses, for at least your first year of study. If you bring your spouse or other dependents with you to the U.S., you must also demonstrate that you have the funds necessary to cover those costs.

All estimates are subject to change. Living expenses will vary depending on lifestyle choices. Estimates are based on 9 months.

Undergraduate - (Bachelor's Degree) 4-5 year program

Tuition 12-18 credits

$4,684

$9,368

On Campus Housing & Meals*

$5,753

$11,506

Health Insurance

$1,250

$2,499

Student Fees

$845

$1,690

International Student Fee

$230

$460

Books, course materials, supplies & equipment**

$500

$1,000

Personal Expenses**

$1,250

$2,500

The estimate of undergraduate tuition and fees is based on 12 credits per semester (24 credits per year). To maintain a valid F-1 student visa status, an international student must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits per semester (24 credits per year) to be considered full-time. Please note that certain classes/programs may have additional differential tuition or personal property or service fees that are not included in the above estimated cost of attendance.

Additional Information:

• While living on campus is highly encouraged for all students, it is required for all new entering freshman students.
• *The housing and meal costs are based on a renovated room and unlimited dining, which is the highest meal plan; other housing and meal options are available.
• **The undergraduate students personal expenses vary by each student, our Office of Scholarship & Financial Aid estimates $2,500 annually in personal expenses.
• Summer classes/expenses are not included in these estimates.
• These figures reflect ESTIMATED undergraduate rates and actual cost may vary.

Graduate (Masters) 1 - 2 year program

The estimates for graduate cost of attendance vary by program. 8 credits per semester is considered full-time for immigration purposes, but most classes are 3 credits.

Graduate – MBA (1 year program)

Tuition and Fees (12 credits for 2 semesters = 24 credits)

$20,515

Living Expenses (estimated for off-campus housing)

$8,000

Mandatory Health Insurance

$2,499

Books and Supplies

$3,500

In-person course availability requires students to enroll in 12 credits per semester year-round (summer enrollment required) - the above tuition reflects 2 of 3 semesters only.

Graduate - Business Analytics, MS (1 - 2 year program)

Tuition and Fees (9 credits for 2 semesters = 18 credits)

$15,924

Living Expenses (estimated for off-campus housing)

$8,000

Mandatory Health Insurance

$2,499

Books and Supplies

$3,500

Students required to enroll in 9 credits minimum per semester - can complete program in as little as 1 year or over a maximum of 2 years.

Graduate - Cybersecurity, MS (1 - 2 year program)

Tuition and Fees (9 credits for 2 semesters = 18 credits)

$12,199

Living Expenses (estimated for off-campus housing)

$8,000

Mandatory Health Insurance

$2,499

Books and Supplies

$3,500

Students required to enroll in 9 credits minimum per semester - can complete program in as little as 1 year or over a maximum of 2 years.

Graduate - Other (1 - 2 year program)

Tuition and Fees (13 credits for 2 semesters = 26 credits)

$17,897

Living Expenses (estimated for off-campus housing)

$8,000

Mandatory Health Insurance

$2,499

Books and Supplies

$3,500

Speech Language Pathology MS program requires 13 credits of enrollment for year 1; Summer courses required and 11-12 credits required for year 2 per semester. The figure above accounts for Fall and Spring terms of year 1.