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77.5%Acceptance
$10,164Tuition
3,120Students
53%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$53,755Earnings
Public4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalNCAA Division IIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$10,164
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,164
Average Net Price
$17,050
Students Receiving Financial Aid
26.3%
Room & Board (On Campus)
$10,041
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$10,041
Books & Supplies
$890
Total Cost of Attendance
$21,095
Median Debt at Graduation
$19,750
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$209/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
67.6%
Students Taking Federal Loans
44.8%
Pell Grant Recipients
26.3%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $10,918
$30,001 – $48,000 $11,000
$48,001 – $75,000 $13,262
$75,001 – $110,000 $18,000
$110,001+ $21,518

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Cost Overview

Most Bemidji State families pay far less than the $21,095 sticker price. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $10,918 annually, while those from higher-income families ($110,000+) face the full $21,518. Over four years, costs range from roughly $44,000 to $86,000 depending on family income. The university keeps education affordable for Minnesota families, with 86.71% of students coming from in-state.

Graduates leave with a median debt of $19,750, translating to monthly payments of $209. With median earnings of $53,755 ten years after graduation, that debt burden represents less than 5% of annual income. The 67.55% loan repayment rate shows most handle their obligations successfully. Minnesota residents from lower-income families get the strongest value proposition here, especially those interested in outdoor recreation careers where Bemidji's specialized programs and northern Minnesota location provide distinct advantages.

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