The cost to attend Northland is based upon the tuition rates in effect at the time a student takes the desired course, plus any associated fees.
Tuition Rates
The Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees approves the tuition rate.
Resident Location Tuition Rates
| Type | Cost / Credit |
|---|---|
| Minnesota residents | $196.91 |
| North Dakota residents | $196.91 |
| South Dakota residents | $196.91 |
| Wisconsin residents | $196.91 |
| All Other States | $196.91 |
| Manitoba, Canada residents | $196.91 |
| International Students | $196.91 |
| Distance Education Classes | $222.13 |
Reciprocity
North Dakota & Wisconsin residents only. The Online Reciprocity Application Form is designed for North Dakota and Wisconsin residents attending public colleges and universities in Minnesota. If you are a student from North Dakota or Wisconsin, you must submit a Reciprocity Application to determine your eligibility.
Program-Specific Tuition Rates
| Type | Cost / Credit |
|---|---|
| Auto Body Collision Technology | $222.48 |
| Automotive Service Technology | $222.48 |
| Aviation Maintenance Technology | $236.34 |
| Carpentry-Residential | $220.43 |
| Construction Plumbing | $223.97 |
| Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning | $201.60 |
| Mechatronics | $245.28 |
| Peace Officer | $225.58 |
| Uncrewed Aerial System Maintenance | $236.35 |
| Welding Technology, Welding Process Technology | $225.99 |
| Other Program-Specific Tuition Applies to students in the following programs: – Architectural Technology Design – Dietetic Technician – EMT Basic – Fire Technology – Geospatial Intelligence Analysis – Imagery Analysis – Nursing Assistant – Occupational Therapy Assistant – Paramedic – Pharmacy Technology – Phlebotomy – Physical Therapist Assistant – Practical Nursing – Radiologic Technology – Registered Nurse – Respiratory Therapist – Surgical Technology | $237.47 |
Course-Specific Differential Tuition Rates
| Type | Cost / Credit |
|---|---|
| CRJU 2229 & 2239 | $335.93 |
| SURT 2212 | $290.90 |
| SURT 2216 & 2220 | $309.38 |
Estimated Annual Tuition & Fee Costs
Based on 15 credits for each semester.
| Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,907.30 |
| Student Life Fee | $201.90 |
| Technology Fee | $356.10 |
| Parking Fee | $90.00 |
| Student Association Fee | $18.30 |
| Health Services Fee | $15.30 |
| Estimated Total | $6,588.90 |
Estimated Cost of Attendance (2025-2026)
The Financial Aid Office must first establish the costs associated with attending Northland for an academic year to determine your financial need. Tuition figures are estimated until approved by the Minnesota State Board. All students and/or their families are expected to contribute to the cost of their education. These contributions are determined through the needs analysis process.
All budget items shown are for nine months and full-time attendance (15 credits per term). Students attending less than full-time are eligible for financial aid; however, the budget, the student aid index, and maximum awards may be adjusted for less than full-time attendance.
| Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Estimated Tuition & Fees | $6,588.90 |
| Estimated Books, Course Materials, Supplies & Equipment | $1,000.00 |
| Estimated Living Expenses | $10,020.00 |
| Estimated Transportation | $2,080.00 |
| Estimated Miscellaneous Personal Expenses | $6,890.00 |
| Estimated Total | $26,578.90 |
- Tuition and fees are based on 15 credits per term for two terms.
- Transportation provides for an allowance for gas, oil, parking, bus fare, and general upkeep of vehicle; does not include car payments, insurance, repairs, etc.
- Miscellaneous personal expenses include an allowance for clothing, laundry, personal care, recreation, etc.
- Cost of Attendance additions will be added for license and certification fees.
- Loan fees are included with miscellaneous personal expenses.
- Northland uses information from the College Board, DEED, and other outside agencies to determine living expenses, transportation, etc.
Student Fees, Personal Property/Service Charges & Athletics
Need To Know
This list is not intended to be all-inclusive. Per Minnesota State Board Procedure 5.11.1, other charges may apply for equipment, special testing, instructional and non-instructional services, assessment to discourage behaviors, and actual course-related travel costs.
| Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Application Fee Effective June 24, 2019, Northland no longer charges an application fee. | FREE |
| Student Life Fee Set by the Campus Student Life Committee to fund student activities, clubs, organizations, and athletics. Distance Education students will pay a Student Life fee of $6.60/credit and WILL NOT be charged the Parking Fee. | $6.73 / credit Max of $100.95 / semester |
| State Student Association Fee This fee is determined by the statewide Minnesota State Colleges Student Association (MSCSA) and is used to fund the activities of the Association. | $0.61 / credit |
| Technology Fee For the acquisition, upgrading, and/or maintenance of technology for academic and student support activities that provide or enhance student access to technology. | $11.87 / credit Max of $178.05 / semester |
| Health Services Fee To fund and maintain personal health and wellness services, including mental health, for all students on campus or online as defined by Minn. Stat. §136F.20. | $0.51 / credit Max of 15 credits |
| Parking Fee The revenue from this fee is used for parking lot construction, maintenance, and improvements. The current charge is $3.00 per credit, with a maximum charge of $45.00 per semester (up to a max. of $30.00 for the summer session.) | $3.00 / credit |
| Replacement ID Card or Badge Cost for the replacement of a student identification card or badge. | $20.00 / credit |
| Payment Plan Fee Students who have not paid in full shall be assessed an approved fee on the 25th business day of the term in order to not be administratively withdrawn from the college. | $30.00 / semester |
| Late Fee A late fee will be charged to all accounts of $30 or more that are outstanding. Late fees will be applied for fall semester and April 1 for spring semester, or the first business day following the identified semester date, unless evidence has been provided that funding is being provided by another agency. | $50.00 |
| FACTS Payment Plan Enrollment Fee (Third Party) | $34.00 / semester |
| Official Transcript Charge | $8.65 / transcript |
| Replacement ID Card or Badge Cost for the replacement of a student identification card or badge. | $20.00 / card or badge |
| Replacement Diploma | $20.00 / diploma |
| Books & Supplies The estimated cost of books and supplies is $1,000 for the year. The cost may vary depending on the student’s area of study. | $1,000.00 estimate/year |
| Test-Out (Credit by Exam) Charged to students who wish to test out of a class. | $100.00 / lecture credit $150.00 / lab credit |
Course, Lesson, and Sport-Specific Fees
| Type | Courses & Description | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Music | Cost of private music lessons (in addition to tuition and fees). This charge covers the cost of a half-hour lesson over 16 weeks. | $200.00 / credit |
| Criminal Justice Clothing | CRJU 2229 | $140.00 |
| Paramedic Clothing | EMTP 1240 | $93.00 |
| FISDAP Fee | EMTP1235 | $221.00 |
| ATI Fees | PNSG 1250, NURS 2121 | $1,850.00 |
| PAET Exam Fee | PTAS 2160 | $79.00 |
| AOTA Membership Fee | OTAC 1145, OTAC 2145 | $75.00 |
| Dosimeters | RADT 1119 | $46.75 |
| Trajecsys Fee | RADT 1119 | $150.00 |
| Boot Camp Access | RADT 1114 | $264.00 |
| Simtec Software | RESP 1104 | $125.00 |
| MockBoard Exam | RESP 2276 | $120.00 |
| Fire Technology Clothing | FIRE 1110 | $65.00 |
| PhysioU | PTAS 1105, PTAS 2101 | $99.00 |
| Platinum Planner Fee | RESP 1126 | $70.00 |
| Licensing Cards for PALS, ACLS, PHTLS | EMTP 1405 | $37.00 |
| Ammunition for Skill | CRJU 2239 | $250.00 |
| Scorebuilders Basecamp | PTAS 2160 | $70.00 |
| CastleBranch/Background Check | RESP 1126 | $160.72 |
| ACLS Licensing Cards | RESP 2230 | $11.00 |
| PALS Licensing Cards | RESP 2232 | $11.00 |
| NRP Licensing Program | RESP 2236 | $55.00 |
| Renewal Background Check | RESP 2250 | $29.99 |
| Clay Target Fee | Clay Target Athletics | $150.00 |
Distance Education Tuition & Fees
| Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $222.13 / credit |
| Student Life Fee | $6.73 / credit Max of $100.95 / semester |
| Technology Fee | $11.87 / credit Max of $178.05/ semester |
| Student Association Fee | $0.61 / credit |
| Health Services Fee | $0.51 / credit Max of 15 credits |
| Total | $229.10 / credit |
Farm Business Management Tuition
NOTE: This program is now delivered through Workforce Development Solutions.
| Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $214.00 |
| Total | $214.00 |