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Cheapest Urban Studies/Affairs Colleges in Minnesota

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Saint Cloud State University charges just $14,485 net price for Urban Studies programs, making it Minnesota's most affordable option by nearly $3,000. Minnesota State University-Mankato graduates earn $43,128 annually, reflecting strong demand for urban planning expertise in Minnesota's growing cities. The state's urban development initiatives, driven by companies like Target's headquarters expansion and healthcare sector growth, create steady opportunities for graduates across the $14,485 to $23,875 price spectrum.
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Programs
$14,485 – $23,875
Net Price Range
$39,415
Avg. Program Earnings
60.5%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Urban Studies/Affairs Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $14,485 $10,117 46.9% 95.3%
2 $17,139 $16,488 84.8% 74.9%
3 $18,464 $14,318 64.5% 80.7%
4 $18,609 $9,490 54.1% 70.7%
5 $23,875 $43,942 52.4% 76.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $28,000 earnings gap between Minnesota urban studies programs?

Minnesota State University-Mankato graduates earn $43,128 while University of Minnesota-Twin Cities graduates start at $35,701. Mankato's focus on practical municipal planning aligns with smaller city development needs, while Twin Cities graduates often enter nonprofit or research positions with lower starting salaries.

How do Minnesota's public urban studies programs compare in graduation rates?

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities leads with an 84.80% graduation rate, followed by Duluth at 64.50%. Saint Cloud State, despite its $14,485 affordability, graduates just 46.90% of students, suggesting cost savings may come with academic support trade-offs.

Does attending the most expensive program justify the $9,390 cost difference?

Augsburg University costs $23,875 compared to Saint Cloud State's $14,485, but graduates only 52.40% of students. The private school advantage appears minimal for urban studies, especially when public options like Mankato offer better career outcomes at lower costs.

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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.