International Graduate Tuition and Fees
Estimated Expenses
Tuition, fees, and room and board charges are subject to change by the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities. You are required to maintain full-time enrollment during the fall and spring semesters. Full-time enrollment is a minimum of 6 credits, 3 of which may be taken online/from a distance. Estimates are based on nine or more credits per semester.
Financial Assistance
Minnesota State Mankato offers a limited number of assistantships for first–year international students. These assistantships include a stipend and a tuition scholarship. Please know that most graduate assistantships do not cover the entire estimated cost of attendance. Review more information on how assistantships impact your proof of funding at Graduate/Teaching Assistantships and Your I-20.
| Tuition & Fees (Estimate) | Expense |
|---|---|
| 9 Fall Semester Credits (Most Programs)** | $7,609 |
| 9 Spring Semester Credits (Most Programs)** | $7,609 |
| Total for Fall & Spring Semesters | $15,218 |
| Room & Board (Estimate) | Expense |
|
On-Campus Housing (9 months) (Based on average ON-campus room & meal costs) |
$11,260 |
| Total for Room & Board (9 months) | $11,260 |
| Miscellaneous Expenses (Estimate) | Expense |
| Books & Supplies | $1,400 |
| International Student Orientation Fee | $200 |
| Health Insurance | $2,640 |
| Personal Expenses | $2,314 |
| Total for Miscellaneous Expenses | $6,354 |
| Total Estimated Expenses for 9 Month Academic Year | $32,832 |
The Expenses figure is the 9-month academic year for 2024-2025. Summer is not included. Additional resources would be needed to cover summer costs. Verification of an additional $6,500 is required if you are bringing a spouse/first dependent and $4,000 for each additional dependent.
