Classes from Lake Region State College (LRSC) are offered in a variety of formats and locations ( i.e. on-campus, online, collaboratively with other institutions, U.S. Air Force Base locations, early entry for various school districts, etc.). The method of class delivery and, in some instances, the delivery location may affect the tuition and fee rates charged to students. Students may register in more than one type of tuition and fee scenario, but please note that charges are calculated separately for each scenario.
The Minnesota Reciprocity rate, listed below, is mandated by a negotiated reciprocity agreement between the North Dakota University System and the Minnesota Office of Higher Education.
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 upon the session or length of the classes. Students are responsible for checking these deadlines in their Campus Connection accounts by signing in and going to: 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.
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Note: First-time registrations are subject to a one-time Application Fee of $35.
Important information regarding Tuition and Fees:
Classes from Lake Region State College (LRSC) are offered in multiple formats and locations, i.e. - on-campus, online, collaboratively with other institutions, U.S. Air Force Base locations, Early Entry for various school districts, etc. The method of class delivery and, in some instances, the delivery location have a direct bearing on the tuition and fee rates charged. Students may register in more than one type of tuition and fee scenario at a time but please note that charges are calculated separately for each scenario. The Minnesota Reciprocity rate, listed below, is mandated by a negotiated reciprocity agreement between the North Dakota University System and the Minnesota Office of Higher Education.
Tuition and fees may be subject to change. May 15, 2023.
General Classes(excludes Early Entry, Online, Collaborative, and classes offered on U.S. Air Force Bases) |
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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 | |
| Resident | $177.06 | $2,124.72 | $4,249.44 | |
| Non-Resident (other than special rates listed below) | $177.06 | $2,124.72 | $4,249.44 | |
| Minnesota Reciprocity (MN students who meet the reciprocity requirements) | $177.06 | $2,124.72 | $4,249.44 | |
| *The SBHE has instead authorized LRSC to charge the ND Resident rate since 2009. | ||||
| Canada | $177.06 | $2,124.72 | $4,249.44 | |
| Foreign Student (Except Canada) | $442.67 | $5,312.04 | $10,624.08 | |
| WUE States (AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, SD, UT, WA, WY) | $177.06 | $2,124.72 | $4,249.44 | |
| Non-Resident Spouse & Department | $177.06 | $2,124.72 | $4,249.44 | |
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MHEC States (IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, WI) |
$177.06 | $2,124.72 | $4,249.44 | |
Mandatory Fee Rates |
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| Activity Fee I (Maximums based on 16 credits per semester) | $8.80 | $140.80 | $281.60 | |
| Activity Fee II (Maximums based on 16 credits per semester) | $7.50 | $120.00 | $240.00 | |
| Facility Usage Fee (Maximums based on 16 credits per semester) | $10.50 | $168.00 | $336.00 | |
Subtotal Mandatory Student Fees |
$26.80 | $428.80 | $857.60 | |
| Mandatory Technology Fee (Maximums based on 16 credits per semester) | $7.42 | $118.72 | $237.44 | |
| Mandatory ConnectND Fee (Maximums based on 12 credits per semester) | $5.50 | $66.00 | $132.00 | |
| Mandatory NDSA Fee (Maximums based on 12 credits per semester) | $0.04 | $0.48 | $0.96 | |
Total Mandatory Fees |
$39.76 | $614.00 | $1,228.00 | |
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Total General Tuition & Mandatory Fees (Except Foreign Students) |
$216.82 | $2,738.72 | $5,477.44 | |
| Foreign Student Total General Tuition & Mandatory Fees |
$482.43 |
$5,926.04 | $11,852.08 | |
| Other Fees: (may not be applicable to all students) | ||||
| Electrical Outlet & reserved parking for vehicle | $100.00 | per year. limited availability | ||
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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 |
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| Class Challenge Fee | $5.00 | per class plus 50% of the regular tuition charge | ||
| Automotive Technology Program Fee | $182.50 per semester | $365 annual total | ||
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Dakota Nursing Program Fees |
$450.00 per semester |
$900.00 annual total for ADRN Program $1,350.00 annual total for PN program |
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| Peace Officer Training Program Fee | $2,500 | per semester to on-campus & off-campus academies | ||
| Precision Agriculture Program Fee | $250.00 per semester | Charged Fall & Spring only. $500.00 annual total | ||
| 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. |
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| IVN (Interactive Video) Distance Education Fee | $25 per credit | Charged on classes for which IVN is the delivery platform | ||
| Registration Reinstatement Fee | $100 | flat fee for reinstatement if registration has been terminated | ||
Early Entry Classes - Unsubsidized(including Online Classes) |
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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 | $148.42 | $1,781.04 | $3,562.08 | |
| NDSA Fee (maximum based on 12 credits per semester) | 0.04 | 0.48 | 0.96 | |
| ConnectND Fee (maximum based on 12 credits per semester) | 5.50 | 66.00 | 132.00 | |
| Total Early Entry Unsubsidized Tuition and Fees | $153.96 | $1,847.52 | $3,695.04 | |
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 | $83.89 | $1,006.68 | $2,013.36 | |
| NDSA Fee | 0.04 | 0.48 | 0.96 | |
| ConnectND Fee | 5.50 | 66.00 | 132.00 | |
| Total Early Entry Subsidized Tuition and Fees | $89.43 | $1,073.16 | $2,146.32 | |
LRSC Online Classes(excluding Early Entry Students) |
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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 | |
| Online Tuition | $215.52 | No Maximum | No Maximum | |
| Online Distance Delivery Fee | 6.00 | No Maximum | No Maximum | |
| Online Technology Fee (maximums based on 16 credits per semester) |
7.42 | 118.72 | 237.44 | |
| Online NDSA Fee (maximum based on 12 credits per semester) |
0.04 | 0.48 | 0.96 | |
| Online ConnectND Fee (maximum based on 12 credits per semester) |
5.50 | 66.00 | 132.00 | |
| Total Online Class Tuition and Fees | $234.48 | No Maximum | No Maximum | |
Grand Forks Air Force Base Campus*CIVILIAN rates (excluding online classes) |
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Tuition Rates: |
CHARGE PER CREDIT HOUR | MAXIMUM CHARGE PER SEMESTER | MAXIMUM CHARGE PER YEAR | |
| Tuition (regardless of residency) | $215.52 | No Maximum | No Maximum | |
| Technology Fee | 7.42 | 118.72 | 237.44 | |
| NDSA Fee | 0.04 | 0.48 | 0.96 | |
| ConnectND Fee | 5.50 | 66.00 | 132.00 | |
| Total Class Tuition and Fees | $228.48 | 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 CREDIT HOUR | MAXIMUM CHARGE PER SEMESTER | MAXIMUM CHARGE PER YEAR | |
| Tuition (regardless of residency) | $215.52 | No Maximum | No Maximum | |
| Technology Fee | 7.42 | 118.72 | 237.44 | |
| NDSA Fee | 0.04 | 0.48 | 0.96 | |
| ConnectND Fee | 5.50 | 66.00 | 132.00 | |
| Total Tuition |
$228.48 |
No Maximum | No Maximum | |
*Note: Basic Fees, Certain Course/Lab Fees, and Distance Delivery Fees are waived for MilTA and MyCAA.
Collaborative Classes |
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Tuition Rates: |
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| All rates are charged at the rates of the specific NDUS campus from which the student is receiving the class. Please contact the specific campus for applicable rates. |
Peace Officer Training Off-Campus Academy(including Grand Forks and Minot) |
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Tuition Rates: |
NON-DEVILS LAKE ACADEMIES | DEVILS LAKE ACADEMY |
| Tuition | $2,124.72 | $2,124.72 |
| Program Fee | 2,500.00 | 2,500.00 |
| Student Activity Fees | - | 260.80 |
| Facilities Usage Fees | - | 168.00 |
| Technology Fee | 118.72 | 118.72 |
| NDSA Fee | 0.48 | 0.48 |
| ConnectND Fee | 66.00 | 66.00 |
| Sub-Total Regular Tuition and Fees | $4,809.92 | $5,238.72 |
| CJ 201 Online (if not completed prior to entering Summer Academy) | 703.44 | 703.44 |
| Total Regular Tuition and Fees | $5,513.36 | $5,942.16 |