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Graduate students – To view graduate rates, visit the graduate tuition & fees page →
Tuition Plateau at UW-Superior
Take more, pay the same. UW-Superior’s tuition plateau lets you maximize your semester without worrying about the cost of extra credits.
Students taking 12–18 on-campus credits pay the same flat tuition rate. You can take additional credits — up to 18 — without any added tuition cost.
Undergraduate On-Campus Tuition + Fees
Rates below include tuition and segregated fees per semester for the 2026–27 academic year. Select your residency status to find your rate.
| Credit Amount | Wisconsin Resident Tuition |
|---|---|
| 21.0 | $5,686.68 |
| 20.0 | $5,370.66 |
| 19.0 | $5,054.64 |
| 12.0-18.0 Credits* | $4,738.62 |
| 11.0 | $4,382.60 |
| 10.0 | $4,026.58 |
| 9.0 | $3,670.56 |
| 8.0 | $3,314.54 |
| 7.0 | $2,958.52 |
| 6.0 | $2,602.50 |
| 5.0 | $2,246.48 |
| 4.0 | $1,890.46 |
| 3.0 | $1,534.44 |
| 2.0 | $1,178.42 |
| 1.0 | $822.40 |
Learn more about Minnesota Reciprocity here.
| Credit Amount | Minnesota Reciprocity Tuition |
|---|---|
| 21.0 | $7,108.23 |
| 20.0 | $6,697.44 |
| 19.0 | $6,286.65 |
| 12.0-18.0 Credits* | $5,875.86 |
| 11.0 | $5,425.07 |
| 10.0 | $4,974.28 |
| 9.0 | $4,523.49 |
| 8.0 | $4,072.70 |
| 7.0 | $3,621.91 |
| 6.0 | $3,171.12 |
| 5.0 | $2,720.33 |
| 4.0 | $2,269.54 |
| 3.0 | $1,818.75 |
| 2.0 | $1,367.96 |
| 1.0 | $917.17 |
This tuition rate is for students from Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota or Iowa.
Many of our nonresident students qualify for a Nonresident Tuition Waiver (NTW), visit the Tuition Award & Reciprocity Programs page to learn more.
| Credit Amount | Midwest Rate Tuition |
|---|---|
| 21.0 | $8,056.68 |
| 20.0 | $7,582.66 |
| 19.0 | $7,108.64 |
| 12.0-18.0 Credits* | $6,634.62 |
| 11.0 | $6,120.60 |
| 10.0 | $5,606.58 |
| 9.0 | $5,092.56 |
| 8.0 | $4,578.54 |
| 7.0 | $4,064.52 |
| 6.0 | $3,550.50 |
| 5.0 | $3,036.48 |
| 4.0 | $2,522.46 |
| 3.0 | $2,008.44 |
| 2.0 | $1,494.42 |
| 1.0 | $980.40 |
Many of our nonresident students qualify for a Nonresident Tuition Waiver (NTW), visit the Tuition Award & Reciprocity Programs page to learn more.
| Credit Amount | Non-Resident Tuition |
|---|---|
| 21.0 | $10,983.78 |
| 20.0 | $10,314.62 |
| 19.0 | $9,645.46 |
| 12.0-18.0 Credits* | $8,976.30 |
| 11.0 | $8,267.14 |
| 10.0 | $7,557.98 |
| 9.0 | $6,848.82 |
| 8.0 | $6,139.66 |
| 7.0 | $5,430.50 |
| 6.0 | $4,721.34 |
| 5.0 | $4,012.18 |
| 4.0 | $3,303.02 |
| 3.0 | $2,593.86 |
| 2.0 | $1,884.70 |
| 1.0 | $1,175.54 |
*Students taking 12–18 credits pay the same rate. Credits beyond 18 are charged per credit. View detailed fee breakdown →
2026 Summer Undergraduate On-Campus Rates
The following is an estimate of the cost of attendance for a on-campus undergraduate tuition and segregated fees during the 2026 Summer at UW-Superior.
| Credit Load | Wisconsin Resident Cost (Summer) |
|---|---|
| 12.0 | $3,247.50 |
| 11.0 | $2,937.68 |
| 10.0 | $2,627.86 |
| 6.0 – 9.0 | $2,318.04 |
| 5.0 | $1,973.22 |
| 4.0 | $1,628.40 |
| 3.0 | $1,283.58 |
| 2.0 | $938.76 |
| 1.0 | $593.94 |
Undergraduates enrolled for more than 12 credits will be charged on a per credit rate for each additional credit. View a detailed breakdown of on-campus tuition and segregated fees.
| Credit Load | Minnesota Reciprocity Cost (Summer) |
|---|---|
| 12.0 | $3,939.24 |
| 11.0 | $3,552.56 |
| 10.0 | $3,165.88 |
| 6.0 – 9.0 | $2,779.20 |
| 5.0 | $2,357.52 |
| 4.0 | $1,935.84 |
| 3.0 | $1,514.16 |
| 2.0 | $1,092.48 |
| 1.0 | $670.80 |
| Credit Load | Midwest Exchange Cost (Summer) |
|---|---|
| 12.0 | $4,641.69 |
| 11.0 | $4,176.96 |
| 10.0 | $3,712.23 |
| 6.0 – 9.0 | $3,247.50 |
| 5.0 | $2,747.77 |
| 4.0 | $2,248.04 |
| 3.0 | $1,748.31 |
| 2.0 | $1,248.58 |
| 1.0 | $748.85 |
| Credit Load | Nonresident Cost (Summer) |
|---|---|
| 12.0 | $6,363.48 |
| 11.0 | $5,707.44 |
| 10.0 | $5,051.40 |
| 6.0 – 9.0 | $4,395.36 |
| 5.0 | $3,704.32 |
| 4.0 | $3,013.28 |
| 3.0 | $2,322.24 |
| 2.0 | $1,631.20 |
| 1.0 | $940.16 |
Undergraduate Online Tuition + Fees
Online courses are charged separately from on-campus classes and are not included in the 12–18 credit tuition plateau.
Fall and Spring Tuition and Fees (2026-27)
| Fall and Spring Standard online undergraduate per credit rate | $377.50 |
| Sustainable management online undergraduate per credit rate | $460 |
| RN to BSN online undergraduate per credit rate | $452 |
| Activity fee per credit | $40 |
Summer Tuition and Fees (2026)
| Summer Standard online undergraduate per credit rate | $346.50 |
| Sustainable management online undergraduate per credit rate | $450 |
| RN to BSN online undergraduate per credit rate | $452 |
| Distance learning fee per course | $60 |
| Distance learning activity fee per credit rate | $35 |
J-Term Tuition and Fees (2025)
| J-Term Standard online undergraduate per credit rate | $330 |
| Distance learning fee per course | $60 |
| Distance learning activity fee per credit rate | $16 |
An undergraduate student enrolled for 3 online credits will be charged $1,098, which includes $990 in tuition, a $60 technology administration fee and a $48 activity fee.
Undergraduate Cost of Attendance
Financial Planning
What is Cost of Attendance? The COA is an estimated annual budget used only for calculating financial aid packages — it is not your tuition bill. It includes estimated living, transportation and personal expenses alongside tuition. Your actual charges will most likely be lower.
Full-Time Undergraduate | Living on Campus
The following is an estimate of the cost of attendance for a full-time (12-18 credits) undergraduate student living on campus with the highest housing and meal plan options during the 2026-27 academic year (Fall 2026 – Spring 2027) at UW-Superior.
| Cost Category | Wisconsin Resident Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $9,480 |
| Living Expenses (Housing and Meals) | $11,410 |
| Books and Course Materials | $1,170 |
| Transportation | $1,680 |
| Personal/Misc | $1,400 |
| Loan Fees | $80 |
| Total | $25,220 |
| Cost Category | Minnesota Resident Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $11,360 |
| Living Expenses (Housing and Meals) | $11,410 |
| Books and Course Materials | $1,170 |
| Transportation | $1,680 |
| Personal/Misc | $1,400 |
| Loan Fees | $80 |
| Total | $27,100 |
| Cost Category | Non-Resident Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $17,950 |
| Living Expenses (Housing and Meals) | $11,410 |
| Books and Course Materials | $1,170 |
| Transportation | $1,680 |
| Personal/Misc | $1,400 |
| Loan Fees | $80 |
| Total | $33,690 |
Full-Time Undergraduate | Living Off Campus (not with a parent)
The following is an estimate of the cost of attendance for a full-time (12-18 credits) undergraduate student living off campus, but not with a parent, during the 2026-27 academic year (Fall 2026 – Spring 2027) at UW-Superior.
| Cost Category | Wisconsin Resident Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $9,480 |
| Living Expenses (Housing and Meals) | $11,380 |
| Books and Course Materials | $1,170 |
| Transportation | $1,680 |
| Personal/Misc | $1,400 |
| Loan Fees | $80 |
| Total | $25,190 |
| Cost Category | Minnesota Resident Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $11,360 |
| Living Expenses (Housing and Meals) | $11,380 |
| Books and Course Materials | $1,170 |
| Transportation | $1,680 |
| Personal/Misc | $1,400 |
| Loan Fees | $80 |
| Total | $27,070 |
| Cost Category | Non-Resident Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $17,950 |
| Living Expenses (Housing and Meals) | $11,380 |
| Books and Course Materials | $1,170 |
| Transportation | $1,680 |
| Personal/Misc | $1,400 |
| Loan Fees | $80 |
| Total | $33,660 |
| Cost Category | Online Learning Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $10,020 |
| Living Expenses (Housing and Meals) | $11,380 |
| Books and Course Materials | $1,170 |
| Transportation | $1,680 |
| Personal/Misc | $1,400 |
| Loan Fees | $80 |
| Total | $25,730 |
Full-Time Undergraduate | Living Off Campus (with a parent)
The following is an estimate of the cost of attendance for a full-time (12-18 credits) undergraduate student living off campus, and with a parent, during the 2026-27 academic year (Fall 2026 – Spring 2027) at UW-Superior.
| Cost Category | Wisconsin Resident Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $9,480 |
| Living Expenses (Housing and Meals) | $3,570 |
| Books and Course Materials | $1,170 |
| Transportation | $4,250 |
| Personal/Misc | $1,400 |
| Loan Fees | $80 |
| Total | $19,950 |
| Cost Category | Minnesota Resident Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $11,360 |
| Living Expenses (Housing and Meals) | $3,570 |
| Books and Course Materials | $1,170 |
| Transportation | $4,250 |
| Personal/Misc | $1,400 |
| Loan Fees | $80 |
| Total | $21,830 |
| Cost Category | Non-Resident Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $17,950 |
| Living Expenses (Housing and Meals) | $3,570 |
| Books and Course Materials | $1,170 |
| Transportation | $4,250 |
| Personal/Misc | $1,400 |
| Loan Fees | $80 |
| Total | $28,420 |
| Cost Category | Online Learning Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $10,020 |
| Living Expenses (Housing and Meals) | $3,570 |
| Books and Course Materials | $1,170 |
| Transportation | $4,250 |
| Personal/Misc | $1,400 |
| Loan Fees | $80 |
| Total | $20,490 |
Current Students
On-Campus Housing & Dining
Residence hall and dining rates vary by room type and meal plan. Visit the Residence Life page for current rates and options.
Drop/withdrawal from a class & repayment schedule
Dropping classes
Fall 2026
A drop fee of $20 will be assessed for each transaction (independent of number of credits dropped) processed after September 15, 2026
Last day to drop full-term courses starting September 2, 2026 with 100% refund is September 15, 2026
Last day to drop full-term courses starting September 2, 2026 with 50% refund is September 29, 2026
Spring 2027
A drop fee of $20 will be assessed for each transaction (independent of number of credits dropped) processed after February 2, 2027
Last day to drop full-term courses starting January 20, 2027 with 100% refund is February 2,2027
Last day to drop full-term courses starting January 20, 2027 with 50% refund is February 16, 2027
Withdrawal from classes
A withdrawal fee of $50 will be charged to all students who withdraw, or are de-registered, after the semester begins and during the 100% refund period. Official withdrawal forms are available at the Office of the Registrar, Old Main 139. Students are considered enrolled unless an official withdrawal card is on file. Courses less than two weeks will refund 100% on the first day of class only. There will be no refunds after the first day of class.
Attention Financial Aid Recipients: Important Repayment Information:
Students who withdraw or drop often are required to repay a portion of their financial aid. Please check with the Financial aid office for advisement if you are withdrawing.
Tuition refund/repayment schedule
| Course Length | Week 1 Refund | Week 1 Charge | Week 2 Refund | Week 2 Charge | Week 3 Refund | Week 3 Charge | Week 4 Refund | Week 4 Charge | Thereafter Refund | Thereafter Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12+ Weeks | 100% | None | 100% | None | 50% | 50% | 50% | 50% | None | 100% |
| 8 – 11 Weeks | 100% | None | 50% | 50% | 25% | 75% | None | 100% | N/A | N/A |
| 5 – 7 Weeks | 100% | None | 50% | 50% | None | 100% | None | 100% | N/A | N/A |
| 3 – 4 Weeks | 100% | None | 25% | 75% | None | 100% | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 2 Weeks | 100% | None | None | 100% | None | 100% | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Miscellaneous Charges
- Late payment fee (Spring/Fall) – $100
- Late payment fee (J-Term) – $25
- Withdrawal fee – $50
- Drop fee (per transaction) – $20
- Late-add fee – $20
- Orientation fee (First-year) – $150
- Orientation fee (Transfer) – $125
- Re-registration fee – $25
- Placement fee – $30
- Insufficient funds check charge – $20
- Senior fee – $50
Proposed Segregated Fees
Segregated fees are additional fees to the tuition that students pay to support university services. Every year, the proposed segregated fees for the following year are published for students and staff to review. View the 2026-27 proposed rates →
Auditing Classes
Attend classes without earning credit.
| WI residents under | 30% of incidental fees (rounded) |
| MN residents | 30% of incidental fees and reciprocity fee (rounded) |
| Non-residents | 50% of incidental fees and nonresident tuition (rounded) |
| WI residents 60+ | No tuition |
| WI residents on SSI/SSDI | No tuition |
Only on-campus courses may be audited. Audit-only students may opt into segregated fees for access to campus services.
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FAFSA, Scholarships & grants, student loans, financial aid eligibility, work-study & cost of attendance