Cheapest Computer Engineering Colleges in Minnesota

Computer Engineering students in Minnesota can save nearly $20,000 annually by choosing public over private options, with net costs ranging from $10,874 at UMN-Crookston to $30,525 at St. Thomas. The Twin Cities campus stands out with $72,022 median earnings and an 84.80% graduation rate, reflecting strong connections to the state's tech sector including Target's headquarters and UnitedHealth's technology divisions. Public universities dominate the affordable options, with four of the five cheapest programs offered through the state system.

Programs

$10,874 – $30,525

Net Price Range

$69,422

Avg. Program Earnings

63.0%

Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Computer Engineering Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Minnesota-Crookston Crookston, Minnesota	$10,874	$13,120	49.7%	57.2%
2	Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud, Minnesota	$14,485	$10,117	46.9%	95.3%
3	University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis, Minnesota	$17,139	$16,488	84.8%	74.9%
4	Minnesota State University-Mankato Mankato, Minnesota	$18,609	$9,490	54.1%	70.7%
5	Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona, Minnesota	$21,034	$43,160	67.7%	96.8%
6	Dunwoody College of Technology Minneapolis, Minnesota	$27,023	$25,659	62.7%	98.0%
7	University of St Thomas Saint Paul, Minnesota	$30,525	$52,284	75.2%	77.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Minnesota-Crookston the cheapest option at $10,874?

UMN-Crookston offers the lowest net price despite having a modest 49.70% graduation rate and 57.22% acceptance rate. The campus focuses on hands-on learning with smaller class sizes, making it an accessible entry point into Computer Engineering for budget-conscious students.

How do graduation rates vary among the most affordable programs?

Graduation rates span from 46.90% at Saint Cloud State to 84.80% at UMN-Twin Cities, showing significant variation even among public options. The Twin Cities campus combines affordability with strong outcomes, while Saint Cloud State offers the lowest in-state tuition at $10,117 despite lower completion rates.

Does attending the most expensive program justify the cost difference?

St. Thomas costs $30,525 compared to $10,874 at UMN-Crookston, nearly three times more for similar career outcomes. While St. Thomas has a solid 75.20% graduation rate, UMN-Twin Cities offers better value with higher earnings potential at $72,022 and lower net costs at $17,139.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.