College Scorecard data · Updated August 17, 2026
| Tuition | Difference | |
|---|---|---|
| Northern State University (in-state) | $8,845 | — |
| SD average | $13,072 | -32% |
| National average | $18,082 | -51% |
In-state tuition at Northern State University is $8,845 per year; out-of-state students pay $11,947.
Northern State University in-state tuition is 32% below the SD average of $13,072.
National average in-state tuition is $18,082; Northern State University is 51% below that.
$8,845 is the official in-state tuition published by College Scorecard for the most recent cohort year.