Future Education Costs
College can be expensive; however, the benefits of a higher education are numerous. Keep in mind that any education beyond high school will help you for many years to come.
School expenses include tuition, fees, books, supplies, room, board, transportation and personal items. Costs can vary depending on the campus you attend, the number of credits you take, and your transportation and housing choices. Another factor is residency. Students who qualify as a state resident usually pay tuition at a substantially lower rate than do non-residents.
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Education costs typically increase each year. Understanding the costs now will help you to plan for the future. Check out the College Education Costs chart for estimates on future educational costs for students ages 1-18.
For current contact information and estimated budgets for schools in ND, SD, MN, MT and WY, check out the publication below.
2009-10 Regional College Information (PDF 566KB)
You also may want to talk to the Admissions and Financial Aid Offices at the schools you are interested in attending.
