Tuition and Costs
The University of Minnesota Morris is a national public liberal arts college that is committed to making a high-quality education available to students from across the country. Expenses for housing, meals, books & supplies, transportation, loan fees, and personal expenditures can vary.
2021-22 Costs
Resident
Resident tuition applies to students who are Minnesota residents. Students who are residents of Wisconsin, North Dakota, South Dakota, or the province of Manitoba, Canada may also qualify for resident tuition by completing a reciprocity agreement.
| Tuition | $12,584 |
| Student Fees* | $1,264 |
| Housing** | $4,306 |
| Meal Plan | $4,758 |
| Books & Supplies | $800 |
| Transportation | $500 |
| Personal/Miscellaneous | $1,200 |
| Loan Fees | $150 |
| Total*** | $25,562 |
Non-Resident
Non-resident tuition applies to students who are not Minnesota residents, do not receive reciprocity, and do not qualify for the MSEP. International students should review the information on our Financial Certification page for a full review of estimated expenses.
| Tuition | $14,676 |
| Student Fees* | $1,264 |
| Housing** | $4,306 |
| Meal Plan | $4,758 |
| Books & Supplies | $800 |
| Transportation | $500 |
| Personal/Miscellaneous | $1,200 |
| Loan Fees | $150 |
| Total*** | $27,654 |
Midwest Student Exchange Program (MSEP) Resident
MSEP tuition applies to students who are residents of Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, or Ohio.
| Tuition | $13,650 |
| Student Fees* | $1,264 |
| Housing** | $4,306 |
| Meal Plan | $4,758 |
| Books & Supplies | $800 |
| Transportation | $500 |
| Personal/Miscellaneous | $1,200 |
| Loan Fees | $150 |
| Total*** | $26,628 |
*Student fees offset the cost of events, amenities, and other out-of-pocket expenses: on-campus speakers, theatre productions, laundry, cable, fitness center membership, student organizations, intramurals, concerts, athletic events, etc.
**Housing costs assume double occupancy and include FREE laundry and cable
***The total represents all essential costs for Morris students. Actual costs may differ depending on your coursework, living arrangements, and personal spending choices.
Reciprocity
The University has reciprocity agreements with the states of
- Wisconsin
- North Dakota
- South Dakota
and the province of Manitoba, Canada.
If you are a resident of any of these states or province, you may qualify for reciprocity tuition rates, which are the same as resident rates.
Non-resident and international students will be considered for our National Scholar Award at the time of admission to Morris.
Midwest Student Exchange Program (MSEP)
The Midwest Student Exchange Program (MSEP) is a multi-state tuition reciprocity program. Morris offers reduced tuition to eligible students from the following states:
- Indiana
- Kansas
- Missouri
- Nebraska
- Ohio
For consideration, students only need to submit an application for admission.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
91% of first year students receive financial aid. Morris has a variety of financial aid programs to help you realize your educational goals.
Free Credits
Morris has a tuition band, which means any credits more than 13 that you take in a single semester are free of charge. This is a great savings, as many students take an average of 15 credits per semester in order to graduate in four years.
Net Price Calculator
Using the Net Price Calculator for Future Freshmen, you can get a sense of the types of need-based aid for which you may be eligible. This calculator is intended to assist you in your college planning.
Please note: the University also awards a number of competitive scholarships that are not included in the calculator.