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Metropolitan State University of Denver

In-State Tuition & Fees

$10,021

Cost of attendance at Metropolitan State University of Denver in 2022 for students from Colorado.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Colorado's average $8,123
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$27,502

Cost of attendance at Metropolitan State University of Denver in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Colorado's average $20,262
National average $18,862

Average Net Price

The net price represents the amount of money students pay after receiving financial aid. In 2022, the average net price for first-year, full-time students at Metropolitan State University of Denver was $14,195. This amount varies among students due to the different levels of financial aid offered based on their family's financial status.

Financial aid includes federal, state, or local government grants and institutional grants and scholarships

Visit the financial aid page for more in-depth stats and analysis of financial aids offered at MSU Denver

MSU Denver net price calculator

$14,195

Below is the average net price of 4 year, public colleges in Colorado and nationwide.

Colorado's average $14,122
National average $12,582
Below is the net price of MSU Denver for the past 10 years categorized by different levels of family income brackets.
Year Average Price Change Less than $30k $30k to $48k $48k to $75k $75k to $110k over $110k
2022 $14,195 $632 (5%) $13,223 $12,721 $14,567 $16,749 $19,569
2021 $13,563 $496 (4%) $11,867 $11,884 $14,679 $18,158 $19,709
2020 $13,067 $2,181 (14%) $11,531 $12,219 $13,849 $18,397 $19,277
2019 $15,248 $3,073 (25%) $13,488 $14,067 $16,948 $20,178 $21,087
2018 $12,175 $71 $10,477 $11,121 $13,859 $17,305 $18,362
2017 $12,104 $3,688 (44%) $10,771 $11,226 $13,894 $17,118 $17,668
2016 $8,416 $729 (8%) $7,139 $7,546 $9,656 $13,252 $13,651
2015 $9,145 $501 (5%) $8,399 $8,510 $10,636 $13,931 $14,254
2014 $9,646 -- $8,618 $9,446 $11,365 $13,565 $13,949

Cost of Attendance Breakdown and Change History

The table below presents the breakdown of Metropolitan State University of Denver's in-state sticker price (cost of attendance) into different categories, along with their trends over the past ten years:
Year Sticker Price (COA) Cost Change Tuition & Fees Room & Board Books & Supplies
2022 $30,721 $2,688 (10%) $10,021 $19,240 $1,460
2021 $28,033 $542 (2%) $8,693 $17,940 $1,400
2020 $27,491 $780 (3%) $8,151 $17,940 $1,400
2019 $26,711 $1,529 (6%) $7,666 $17,645 $1,400
2018 $25,182 $1,194 (5%) $7,352 $16,430 $1,400
2017 $23,988 $1,064 (5%) $6,930 $15,858 $1,200
2016 $22,924 $4,554 (25%) $6,420 $15,304 $1,200
2015 $18,370 $630 (3%) $6,070 $11,700 $600
2014 $19,000 $704 (4%) $5,744 $11,592 $1,664
2013 $18,296 -- $5,341 $11,293 $1,662

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some frequently asked questions that may help you in your college cost research.

What is the average cost of textbooks and course materials per annum?
MSU Denver estimates that a full-time first-year student would need approximately $1,460.
Are there any additional expenses, such as transportation or personal expenses, that I should consider?
Depending on living arrangement, MSU Denver estimates that students would need the following amount for personal and miscellaneous expenses. This category covers additional costs that students may incur throughout the academic year, such as transportation, personal supplies, and leisure activities.
  • If living on-campus: N/A
  • If living off-campus, with family: $5,910
  • If living off-campus, not with family: $6,080
How much is MSU Denver application fees?
The application fee for undergraduate students is $25 and $50 for graduates.
Are there any payment plans or options for installment payments?
MSU Denver offers the following payment plans: Prepaid tuition plan, Guaranteed tuition plan

Cost per Credit Hour

Metropolitan State University of Denver cost of courses per credit hour.
Undergraduate Programs Graduate Programs
For in-state students $276 $493
For out-of-state students $859 $631

Tuition Plans

Tuition plans offered by Metropolitan State University of Denver during 2022 academic year.

  • Prepaid tuition plan
    Not Offered
  • Guaranteed tuition plan
    Not Offered
  • Tuition payment plan
    Offered
  • Other alternative tuition plan
    Offered