Walden University

In-State Tuition & Fees

$12,180

Cost of attendance at Walden University in 2022 for students from Minnesota.

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

Minnesota's average	$11,262
National average	$17,868

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$12,180

Cost of attendance at Walden University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

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

Minnesota's average	$16,133
National average	$17,869

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 Walden University was $18,772. 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

Walden net price calculator

$18,772

Below is the average net price of 4 year, private For Profit colleges in Minnesota and nationwide.

Minnesota's average	$15,223
National average	$24,387

Below is the net price of Walden for the past 10 years categorized by different levels of family income brackets.
Year	Average	Price Change	Less than $30k	$30k to $48k
2022	$18,772	--		$18,325
2019	$21,276	--	$22,915	$19,638
2016	$29,141	$1,290 (5%)	$29,141
2015	$27,851	--	$28,535	$27,167

Cost of Attendance Breakdown and Change History

The table below presents the breakdown of Walden University'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	$24,240	No change	$12,180	$11,160	$900
2021	$24,240	$944 (4%)	$12,180	$11,160	$900
2020	$23,296	$52	$12,150	$10,246	$900
2019	$23,244	$1,821 (7%)	$12,120	$10,224	$900
2018	$25,065	$2,370 (9%)	$12,465	$11,700	$900
2017	$27,435	$2,940 (10%)	$12,075	$14,400	$960
2016	$30,375	$1,065 (3%)	$12,075	$17,100	$1,200
2015	$31,440	$510 (2%)	$12,240	$18,000	$1,200
2014	$30,930	$480 (2%)	$11,460	$18,270	$1,200
2013	$31,410	--	$11,010	$18,000	$2,400

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?: Walden estimates that a full-time first-year student would need approximately $900.
Are there any additional expenses, such as transportation or personal expenses, that I should consider?: Depending on living arrangement, Walden 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: $4,500

If living off-campus, not with family: $1,321
How much is Walden application fees?: Walden does not have an application fee.
Are there any payment plans or options for installment payments?: Walden offers the following payment plans: Prepaid tuition plan, Guaranteed tuition plan, Other alternative tuition plan

Cost per Credit Hour

Walden University cost of courses per credit hour.
	Undergraduate Programs	Graduate Programs
For in-state students	$335	$715
For out-of-state students	$335	$715

Tuition Plans

Tuition plans offered by Walden University during 2022 academic year.

Prepaid tuition plan

Not Offered
Guaranteed tuition plan

Not Offered
Tuition payment plan

Offered
Other alternative tuition plan

Not Offered

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