Cost & Aid
Lake Region State College classes are offered in various formats and locations, including on-campus, online, in collaboration with other institutions, at Grand Forks Air Force Base, and through early entry programs. Class format and, in some cases, location may affect tuition and fees. Students may register under multiple tuition scenarios, with charges calculated separately for each.
The Minnesota Reciprocity rate, shown below, is required by an agreement between the North Dakota University System and the Minnesota Office of Higher Education.
2025-2026 Tuition & Fees
2025-2026 Tuition & Fees
Updated June 2, 2025.
Grand Forks Air Force Base Campus*CIVILIAN rates (excluding online classes) | |||
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Tuition Rates | Charge Per | Maximum Charge | Maximum Charge |
| Tuition (Regardless of Residency) | $229.74 | No Maximum | No Maximum |
| Technology Fee | $8.72 | $139.52 | $279.04 |
| NDSA Fee | $0.04 | $0.48 | $0.96 |
| ConnectND Fee | $5.50 | $66.00 | $132.00 |
| Total Class Tuition & Fees | $244.00 | No Maximum | No Maximum |
| Lab/Class Fees | Generally applicable to classes subject to special testing or certifications, clothing, software, and equipment retained by the student, or special activities. See Schedule B for specifics. | ||
*Note: Basic Fees, Certain Course/Lab Fees, and Distance Delivery Fees are waived for MiLTA and MyCAA.
U.S. Military Tuition Assistance Rates*(Includes ALL Military branches for classes in person and online) | |||
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Tuition Rates | Charge Per | Maximum Charge | Maximum Charge |
| Tuition (Regardless of Residency) | $229.74 | No Maximum | No Maximum |
| Technology Fee | $8.72 | $139.52 | $279.04 |
| NDSA Fee | $0.04 | $0.48 | $0.96 |
| ConnectND Fee | $5.50 | $66.00 | $132.00 |
| Total Class Tuition & Fees | $244.00 | No Maximum | No Maximum |
| Lab/Class Fees | Generally applicable to classes subject to special testing or certifications, clothing, software, and equipment retained by the student, or special activities. See Schedule B for specifics. | ||
*Note: Basic Fees, Certain Course/Lab Fees, and Distance Delivery Fees are waived for MiLTA and MyCAA.
General Classes(excludes Early Entry, Online, Collaborative, and classes offered on U.S. Air Force Bases) | |||
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Tuition Rates | Charge Per | Maximum Charge | Maximum Charge |
| Resident | $187.68 | $2,252.16 | $4,504.32 |
| Non-Resident (other than special rates listed below) | $187.68 | $2,252.16 | $4,504.32 |
| Minnesota Reciprocity (MN students who meet the reciprocity requirements) | $187.68 | $2,252.16 | $4,504.32 |
| *The SBHE has instead authorized LRSC to charge the ND Resident rate since 2009. | |||
| Canada | $187.68 | $2,252.16 | $4,504.32 |
| Foreign Student (Except Canada) | $469.23 | $5,630.76 | $11,261.52 |
| WUE States (AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, SD, UT, WA, WY) | $187.68 | $2,252.16 | $4,504.32 |
| Non-Resident Spouse & Department | $187.68 | $2,252.16 | $4,504.32 |
| MHEC States (IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD,WI) | $187.68 | $2,252.16 | $4,504.32 |
Mandatory Fee Rates | |||
| Activity Fee I (Maximums based on 16 credits per semester) | $8.80 | $140.80 | $281.60 |
| Activity Fee II | $8.50 | $136.00 | $272.00 |
| Facility Usage Fee | $10.50 | $168.00 | $336.00 |
| Subtotal Mandatory Student Fees | $27.80 | $444.80 | $889.60 |
| Mandatory Technology Fee | $8.72 | $139.52 | $279.04 |
| Mandatory ConnectND Fee | $5.50 | $66.00 | $132.00 |
| Mandatory NDSA Fee | $0.04 | $0.48 | $0.96 |
| Total Mandatory Fees | $42.06 | $650.80 | $1,301.60 |
| Total General Tuition & Mandatory Fees (Except Foreign Students) | $229.74 | $2,902.96 | $5,805.92 |
| Foreign Student Total General Tuition & Mandatory Fees | $511.29 | $6,281.56 | $12,563.12 |
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| Electrical Outlet & Reserved Parking for Vehicle | $100.00 per year | ||
Class Audit Fee: Regular tuition, lab, class & distance delivery fees. Note: Senior Citizens (65+) may audit classes (excluding online) at no tuition charge on a space-available basis. However, all fees must be paid. | |||
| Class Challenge Fee | $5.00 | per class plus 50% of the regular |
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| Automotive Technology Program Fee | $182.50 per semester |
| $365.00 annual total |
| Dakota Nursing Program Fees | $450.00 per semester | $900.00 annual $1,350.00 annual total for PN Program |
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| Peace Officer Training Program Fee | $2,500.00 | Per semester to |
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| Agriculture Program | $250.00 per semester | Charged Fall & Spring only. $500.00 annual total. |
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| Wind Energy Technician Program Fee | $350.00 per semester | Charged 1st year of program only $700.00 annual total |
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Course Fees: Generally applicable to classes subject to special testing or certifications, clothing, software, & equipment retained by the student, or special activities. See Schedule B for rates. | |||
| IVN (Interactive Video) Distance Education Fee | $25.00 per credit | Charged on classes for which IVN is the delivery platform |
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| Registration Reinstatement Fee | $100.00 | Flat fee for |
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| R-Card Replacement Fee | $15.00 | per replacement |
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Early Entry Classes - Unsubsidized(including Online Classes) | |||
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Tuition Rates(maximums for 12 credits per semester) | Charge Per Credit Hour | Maximum Charge Per Semester | Maximum Charge Per Year |
| Tuition (Regardless of Residency) | $154.36 | $1,852.32 | $3,704.64 |
| NDSA Fee | $0.04 | $0.48 | $0.96 |
| ConnectND Fee | $5.50 | $66.00 | $132.00 |
| Total Early Entry Unsubsidized Tuition & Fees | $159.90 | $1,918.80 | $3,837.60 |
Early Entry Classes - Subsidized | |||
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Tuition Rates(maximums based on 12 credits per semester) | Charge Per Credit Hour | Maximum Charge Per Semester | Maximum Charge Per Year |
| Tuition (Regardless of Residency) | $87.24 | $1,046.88 | $2,093.76 |
| NDSA Fee | $0.04 | $0.48 | $0.96 |
| ConnectND Fee | $5.50 | $66.00 | $132.00 |
| Total Early Entry Subsidized Tuition & Fees | $92.78 | $1,113.36 | $2,226.72 |
LRSC Online Classes(excluding Early Entry Students) | |||
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Tuition Rates(maximums for 12 credits per semester) | Charge Per Credit Hour | Maximum Charge Per Semester | Maximum Charge Per Year |
| Online Tuition | $229.74 | No Maximum | No Maximum |
| Online Distance Delivery Fee | $6.00 | No Maximum | No Maximum |
| Online Technology Fee | $8.72 | $139.52 | $279.04 |
| Online NDSA Fee | $0.04 | $0.48 | $0.96 |
| Online ConnectND Fee | $5.50 | $66.00 | $132.00 |
| Total Online Class Tuition & Fees | $250.00 | No Maximum | No Maximum |
Collaborative Classes
Tuition Rates: All rates are charged at the rates of the specific NDUS campus where the student is receiving the class. Please contact the specific campus for applicable rates.
Peace Officer Training Off-Campus Academy(Including Grand Forks & West Fargo) | ||
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Tuition Rates | Non-Devils Lake Academies | Devils Lake Academy |
| Tuition | $2,252.16 | $2,252.16 |
| Program Fee | $2,500.00 | $2,500.00 |
| Student Activity Fees | - | $276.80 |
| Facilities Usage Fees | - | $168.00 |
| Technology Fee | $139.52 | $139.52 |
| NDSA Fee | $0.48 | $0.48 |
| ConnectND Fee | $66.00 | $66.00 |
| Sub-Total Regular Tuition & Fees | $4,958.16 | $5,402.96 |
| CJ 201 Online Course (if not completed before entering Academy) | $750.00 | $750.00 |
| Total Regular Tuition & Fees | $5,708.16 | $6,152.96 |
Housing
Housing
Housing/Living ExpensesAthletes living on campus must have the Athletic Plus Plan and the Travel Plan of their sport in the semester their sport is active. Athletes living off campus must have a Travel Plan for their sport. | ||
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Housing Plans(All room contracts | Charge | Charge |
| Housing Application | - | $50.00 |
| Housing Connectivity Fee | $25.00 | $50.00 |
| Triple Room | $1,425.00 | $2,850.00 |
| Double Room | $1,715.00 | $3,430.00 |
| Single Room | $2,475.00 | $4,950.00 |
| Apartments | $3,075.00 | $6,150.00 |
Food Plans
Food Plans
Food PlansInternational (non-athlete) students need a minimum Platinum Plan. | ||
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Plan Options | Charge | Charge |
Off-Campus Student Only - 51 MealsIncludes three weekly meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Monday-Friday during scheduled classes. | $585.00 | $1,170.00 |
Off-Campus Student Only - 85 MealsIncludes five weekly meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Monday-Friday during scheduled classes. | $975.00 | $1,950.00 |
Silver Plan - 7 days/10 mealsAug. 23 - Dec. 19, 2025 and Jan. 10 - May 15, 2026. | $2,025.00 | $4,050.00 |
Gold Plan - 7 days/15 meals per weekAug. 23 - Dec. 19, 2025 and Jan. 10 - May 15, 2026. | $2,575.00 | $5,150.00 |
Platinum Plan - 7 days/ 19 meals per weekAug. 23 - Dec. 19, 2025 and Jan. 10 - May 15, 2026. | $2,910.00 | $5,820.00 |
Athletic Plus Plan - 9 days/19 meals per week(requires an Athletic Travel Plan to accompany this plan)Aug. 23 - Dec. 19, 2025 and Jan. 10 - May 15, 2026. | $2,450.00 | |
Athletic Travel Plan(Mandatory for all athletes on & off campus. On-campus also needs the Athletic Plus plan).Meals provided during official travel off campus as a participating team member. Charges only apply to the semester or semesters during which the sport is predominantly active (both semesters for Basketball & Hockey). | Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
Volleyball Plan: Includes 2 weeks before start | $1,085.00 | $0.00 |
Softball Plan: Includes Spring Break | $0.00 | $1,085.00 |
Baseball Plan: Includes Spring Break | $0.00 | $1,085.00 |
Basketball Plan: Includes Winter Break | $725.00 | $725.00 |
Hockey Plan: Includes Winter Break | $725.00 | $725.00 |
Winter Break Plan (30 meals)Dec. 22, 2025 - Jan. 9, 2026. | $300.00 | |
Spring Break Plan (14 meals)Includes March 7-8 (Saturday-Sunday): Brunch and evening meals, and March 9-13 (Monday-Friday): Breakfast and lunch only. | $140.00
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Tuition & Fee Refund Policy
Refunds of tuition and fees are issued by the deadlines for dropping classes or withdrawing from school. The deadlines vary depending on the session or length of the classes. Students are responsible for checking these deadlines in Campus Connection: Student Center > Academic Calendar Deadlines.
The procedures and refund policies for dropping individual classes are different than for completely withdrawing from school for a semester. Information about the procedures and refund policies may be found at Academic Deadlines & Refunds.
Note: First-time registrations are subject to a one-time Application Fee of $35.
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