Tuition & Fees
Making college more affordable
Any type of education is an investment in your future—and DSU’s future-forward curriculum and public-school cost make it a smart investment from any angle.
We're committed to making sure that attending DSU is affordable for you. Check out our financial aid options and contact us with any questions you may have.
New for Fall 2023! New freshman and transfer students for fall of 2023 from WI and IL can qualify for the SD Advantage tuition program.
Main campus Undergraduate university costs - 15 credit hour enrollment
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SD Resident SD aDVANTAGE* |
MINNESOTA RECIPROCITY** | NON-RESIDENTS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $ 4,417.50 | $ 4,996.35 | $ 5,968.50 |
| Wireless Computing Fee | $ 398.75 | $ 398.75 | $ 398.75 |
| Housing & Food Service*** | $ 3,931.00 | $ 3,931.00 | $ 3,931.00 |
| Est. Cost Per Semester | $ 8,747.25 | $ 9,326.10 | $ 10,298.25 |
| Est. Total Cost Per Year | $ 17,494.50 | $ 18,652.20 | $ 20,596.50 |
Additional fees may be assessed for special services or courses. Fines may be assessed for failure to comply with University policies as stated in the DSU catalogs, student handbook, or other publications. This schedule does not include all rates set by the Board of Regents.
*New freshmen and transfers from Colorado, Iowa, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Wyoming starting with the Summer 2019 term, and new freshmen and transfers from Wisconsin and Illinois starting the Fall 2023 term.
**Minnesota Reciprocity: Minnesota rates are effective through the summer 2023 term.
*** Housing & Food Service is based on a double occupancy room and the Dakota 145 meal plan.
Undergraduate tuition and fees
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SD Resident SD Advantage* |
Minnesota Residents** | NON-RESIDENTS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Credit Hour | $ 294.50 | $ 333.09 | $ 397.90 |
| 2 Credit Hours | $ 589.00 | $ 666.18 | $ 795.80 |
| 3 Credit Hours | $ 883.50 | $ 999.27 | $ 1193.70 |
| 4 Credit Hours | $ 1,178.00 | $ 1,332.36 | $ 1,591.60 |
| 5 Credit Hours | $ 1,472.50 | $ 1,665.45 | $ 1,989.50 |
| 6 Credit Hours | $ 1,767.00 | $ 1,998.54 | $ 2,387.40 |
| 7 Credit Hours | $ 2,061.50 | $ 2,331.63 | $ 2,785.30 |
| 8 Credit Hours | $ 2,356.00 | $ 2,664.72 | $ 3,183.20 |
| 9 Credit Hours | $ 2,650.50 | $ 2,997.81 | $ 3,581.10 |
| 10 Credit Hours | $ 2,945.00 | $ 3,330.90 | $ 3,979.00 |
| 11 Credit Hours | $ 3,239.50 | $ 3,663.99 | $ 4,376.90 |
| 12 Credit Hours | $ 3,534.00 | $ 3,997.08 | $ 4,774.80 |
| 13 Credit Hours | $ 3,828.50 | $ 4,330.17 |
$ 5,172.70 |
| 14 Credit Hours | $ 4,123.00 | $ 4,663.26 | $ 5,570.60 |
| 15 Credit Hours | $ 4,417.50 | $ 4,996.35 | $ 5,968.50 |
| 16 Credit Hours | $ 4,712.00 | $ 5,329.44 | $ 6,366.40 |
* New freshman and transfers from Colorado, Iowa, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Wyoming starting with the Summer 2019 term, and new freshman and transfers from Wisconsin and Illinois starting the Fall 2023 term.
** Minnesota Reciprocity: Minnesota rates are effective through the summer 2023 term.
University Centers, Internet (Online), DDN and Remedial** Course Rates
| Off-Campus - Undergraduate | Off-Campus - Non-Resident, Computer Science courses*** | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Credit Hour | $ 354.75 | $ 464.90 |
| 2 Credit Hours | $ 709.50 | $ 929.80 |
| 3 Credit Hours | $ 1,064.25 | $ 1,394.70 |
| 4 Credit Hours | $ 1,419.00 | $ 1,859.60 |
| 5 Credit Hours | $ 1,773.75 | $ 2,324.50 |
| 6 Credit Hours | $ 2,128.50 | $ 2,789.40 |
| 7 Credit Hours | $ 2,483.25 | $ 3,254.30 |
| 8 Credit Hours | $ 2,838.00 | $ 3,719.20 |
| 9 Credit Hours | $ 3,192.75 | $ 4,184.10 |
| 10 Credit Hours | $ 3,547.50 | $ 4,649.00 |
| 11 Credit Hours | $ 3,902.25 | $ 5,113.90 |
| 12 Credit Hours | $ 4,257.00 | $ 5,578.80 |
**Remedial classes charged at the self-support rate are MATH 021, 093, 095 and ENGL 033. Other remedial classes may be created as needed. All incoming degree-seeking students must take the Enhanced ACT or ACT COMPASS exam to evaluate math, reading, and writing skills. Students will be placed in remedial courses as needed based upon these exams.
***Undergrad and Grad NR CSC Courses: This rate is calculated for non-resident students taking online undergrad and grad courses. The total rate is the undergrad or grad rate plus a delivery fee of $110.15.
2023-2024 room rates
| Double Occupancy | $ 2,260.00 |
| Single Occupancy | $ 2,830.00 |
| 8 Plex Apartments - Double | $ 2,735.00 |
| 8 Plex Apartments - Single | $ 3,090.00 |
| Courtyard - Double | $ 2,384.00 |
| Courtyard - Single | $ 2,953.00 |
| Courtyard Suite - Double | $ 2,657.00 |
| Courtyard Suite - Single | $ 2,997.00 |
| Residence Village - 4-Bedroom Suite (private bedroom, shared living room) | $ 3,065.00 |
| Residence Village - 6-Bedroom Apartment (private room, shared living room and kitchen) | $ 3,284.00 |
*Only students living in the Residence Village 6-person apartments are eligible for the Little Blue meal plan. All others may choose the Trojan Upper Class or another plan option of their choice.
| First Year | Big Blue Unlimited ($100 flex dollars) | $ 2,054.00 |
| First Year | Dakota 145 ($250 flex dollars) | $ 1,671.00 |
| First Year | Dakota 225 ($150 flex dollars) | $ 1,966.00 |
| Second Year | Trojan Basic Plan ($400 flex dollars) | $ 1,451.00 |
| Third Year | Trojan Upper Class ($500 flex dollars) | $ 1,065.00 |
| Fourth Year | *Little Blue Univ. Apartments (all flex) | $ 382.00 |
| Art, Music, & Theatre | $ 15.90 |
| Business | $ 30.35 |
| Computer Science | $ 70.55 |
| Math | $ 15.90 |
| Science | $ 21.20 |
| Wireless Computing Fee***** | $ 398.75 |
| Parking - Tag Automobile (Annual) | $ 76.00 |
| Parking - Tag Automobile Restricted (Annual) | $ 153.00 |
*****Fee includes tablet computer, wireless and wired access to university network, software and on campus support.
The fine print
You should know that additional fees may be assessed for special services or courses, and that fines may be assessed for failure to comply with university policies as stated in the DSU catalogs, student handbook, or other publications. The above schedule does not include all rates set by the Board of Regents. Special rates may apply to certain students.
- Our wireless computing fee includes a laptop computer, wireless and wired access to the DSU network, various software, and on-campus tech support.
- Books and supplies for an academic year estimated at $1,200. Additional fees may be assessed for special services or course - est. $1,000 per year.
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Additional credit fees may apply to certain courses. Estimate an additional $500 per semester.
Estimate the cost before you apply
Estimate the future cost of a college education based on today's costs. We have a more detailed breakdown of our tuition and fees and an interactive net price calculator if you'd like to see more specific numbers.