Tuition & Fees
Tuition at Riverland is among the most affordable in Minnesota, and most students receive financial aid that significantly reduces their out-of-pocket cost. Use the tools below to understand what your program will cost, then visit our Financial Aid page to explore grants, scholarships, and payment options.
2026–2027 Per Credit Tuition
- In-Person Classes: $206.88
- Online Classes: $236.88
- Senior Citizen (62+): $20.00 administrative fee
There is no out-of-state tuition differential at Riverland. Some programs have higher rates due to specialized equipment or lab requirements — see the full rate table below.
2026–2027 Tuition Breakdown by Type
In-Person (Regular)
Tuition: $206.88 Fees: $23.73 Total: $230.61
Online
Tuition: $236.88 Fees: $20.73 Total: $257.61
Senior Citizen (62+)
Admin Fee: $20.00 Fees (in-person): $15.81 Total: $35.81
Senior citizens may enroll on a space-available basis beginning the second day of the term. Online senior total: $32.81.
2026–2027 Student Fees
Fees are charged per credit and support services available to all students. Online courses are not charged the Parking Fee. Some programs have additional fees specific to the program.
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Student Life Fee Supports student clubs and groups on campus.$7.92
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Technology Fee Covers Microsoft Office, computer and printer labs, and digital security.$10.95
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Parking Fee Covers maintenance and snow removal of parking lots. Not charged for online courses.$3.00
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MSCSA Fee Supports scholarships, programs, and student resources through LeadMN, the statewide association for two-year public colleges in Minnesota.$0.61
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Health Services Fee Supports mental health services provided to students.$1.25
- Total Fees — In-Person $23.73
- Total Fees — Online $20.73
Wondering how to pay for it?
Most Riverland students qualify for some form of financial aid. Grants, scholarships, and payment plans can make your education more affordable than the sticker price suggests.
Explore Financial Aid Options2026–2027 Tuition & Fee Rates by Program
Some programs have higher tuition rates because of specialized equipment, labs, or licensing requirements. The table below shows the per-credit total for each program. All rates are per credit.
| Program | Tuition Rate | Fees | Total per Credit |
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| Accounting | $206.88 | $23.73 | $230.61 |
| Advanced Practice Esthetician | $229.94 | $23.73 | $253.67 |
| Agricultural Science | $218.41 | $23.73 | $242.14 |
| Auto Service | $218.41 | $23.73 | $242.14 |
| Biology | $218.41 | $23.73 | $242.14 |
| Biology Online | $248.41 | $20.73 | $269.14 |
| Carpentry | $218.41 | $20.73 | $239.14 |
| Chemistry | $206.88 | $23.73 | $230.61 |
| Computer Tech Online | $265.71 | $20.73 | $286.44 |
| Computer Technology | $235.71 | $23.73 | $259.44 |
| Construction Electrician | $218.41 | $23.73 | $242.14 |
| Cosmetology | $229.94 | $23.73 | $253.67 |
| Criminal Justice | $264.57 | $23.73 | $288.30 |
| Diesel | $218.41 | $23.73 | $242.14 |
| English as a Second Language | $241.47 | $23.73 | $265.20 |
| Farm Business Management | $209.76 | $20.73 | $230.49 |
| Fire Science (Online) | $236.88 | $20.73 | $257.61 |
| Food Science Technology | $218.41 | $23.73 | $242.14 |
| General Education (Online) | $236.88 | $20.73 | $257.61 |
| Health Science (Online) | $236.88 | $20.73 | $257.61 |
| Independent Study | $241.47 | $23.73 | $265.20 |
| Industrial Maintenance | $218.41 | $23.73 | $242.14 |
| Machining | $229.94 | $23.73 | $253.67 |
| Massage Therapy | $229.94 | $23.73 | $253.67 |
| Nursing | $258.76 | $23.73 | $282.49 |
| Nursing Assistant | $218.41 | $23.73 | $242.14 |
| Private Voice Lessons | $235.71 | $23.73 | $259.44 |
| Radiography | $253.00 | $23.73 | $276.73 |
| Truck Driving | $322.15 | $23.73 | $345.88 |
| Welding | $235.71 | $23.73 | $259.44 |