Tuition & Fees
Save your money by choosing Anoka-Ramsey – offering the lowest-cost tuition in Minnesota. General tuition and fee rates are set each year by the Minnesota State Board of Trustees
and are subject to change.
Make the smart financial choice...
- Choose the lowest-cost tuition in Minnesota
- Ask about payment options and ways to cover costs of tuition, fees, books
- Apply for financial aid. More than 50% of Anoka-Ramsey students receive financial aid
Coon Rapids: Fall 2026, Spring 2027 and Summer 2027
| Per Credit Rate | In-House Courses except → | MN Senior Citizens1 | Nursing Courses | Online Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $181.38 | $20.00 | $230.39 | $223.00 |
| Technology Fee | $7.82 | $7.82 | $7.82 | $7.82 |
| Athletic Fee | $4.95 | $0 | $4.95 | $4.95 |
| Student Activity Fee | $5.25 | $0 | $5.25 | $5.25 |
| Parking/Facility Fee | $2.10 | $2.10 | $2.10 | $0 |
| Wellness Center Fee | $6.05 | $6.05 | $6.05 | $6.05 |
| MN State College Student Association Fee2 | $0.61 | $0.61 | $0.61 | $0.61 |
| Total Per Credit2 | $208.16 | $36.58 | $257.17 | $247.68 |
See Additional Course Fees | Policy 5G.2
Cambridge Campus: Fall 2026, Spring 2026 and Summer 2027
| Per Credit Rate | In-House Courses except → | MN Senior Citizens1 | Nursing Courses | Online Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $181.38 | $20.00 | $230.39 | $223.00 |
| Technology Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Athletic Fee | $4.95 | $0 | $4.95 | $4.95 |
| Student Activity Fee | $7.25 | $0 | $7.25 | $7.25 |
| Parking/Facility Fee | $2.10 | $2.10 | $2.10 | $0 |
| MN State College Student Association Fee2 | $0.61 | $0.61 | $0.61 | $0.61 |
| Total Per Credit3 | $206.29 | $32.71 | $225.30 | $245.81 |
See Additional Course Fees | Policy 5G.2
Coon Rapids Campus: Summer 2026
| Per Credit Rate | In-House Courses | MN Senior Citizens | Nursing Courses | Online Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $171.31 | $20.00 | $220.32 | $210.62 |
| Technology Fee | $7.82 | $7.82 | $7.82 | $7.82 |
| Athletic Fee | $4.95 | $0 | $4.95 | $4.95 |
| Student Activity Fee | $5.25 | $0 | $5.25 | $5.25 |
| Parking/Facility Fee | $2.10 | $2.10 | $2.10 | $0 |
| Health & Wellness Center Fee | $6.05 | $6.05 | $6.05 | $6.05 |
| MN State College Student Association Fee | $0.61 | $0.61 | $0.61 | $0.61 |
| Total per Credit | $198.09 | $36.58 | $247.10 | $235.30 |
See Additional Course Fees | Policy 5G.2
Cambridge Campus: Summer 2026
| Per Credit Rate | In-House Courses | MN Senior Citizens | Nursing Courses | Online Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $171.31 | $20.00 | $220.32 | $210.62 |
| Technology Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Athletic Fee | $4.95 | $0 | $4.95 | $4.95 |
| Student Activity Fee | $7.25 | $0 | $7.25 | $7.25 |
| Parking/Facility Fee | $2.10 | $2.10 | $2.10 | $0 |
| MN State College Student Association Fee | $0.61 | $0.61 | $0.61 | $0.61 |
| Total per Credit | $196.09 | $32.71 | $245.23 | $233.43 |
Student Experience
I wanted to save money while still getting an education and Anoka-Ramsey was
the perfect place to do that.
Help to Pay for College
Paying for college can be challenging, but there are many resources to help you.
Apply for Financial Aid
To receive financial aid, you must apply for it. Learn about the FAFSA, how
to apply and tips for applying
Review Scholarships, Grants and Loans
Most students receive a combination of these in what's called a financial aid
package. Learn more about these options.
Seek Work-Study Positions
Work study programs are jobs offered through the college financial aid office
to help you earn money to pay for your education. The financial aid office will determine
how many hours you are eligible to work according to your financial need and class
load.
Create a Payment Plan
Payment plan options are available. Log into your eServices account, choose
"Bills & Payments" > appropriate semester > "create a new payment plan".
Student bill/invoices are not mailed. Students need to check their account balances online using eServices. The official method of communication with all students is through their official Anoka-Ramsey email account.
- Minimum payment criteria must be met by the payment due date for each semester.
- Students who register and later change their plans for attendance should not rely on the Registration Cancellation for Nonpayment process to complete administrative drops for them. Those who no longer wish to be enrolled must drop their courses via the online registration process and officially withdraw for accurate determination of their financial obligation to the College, if any.
Additional one-time fees or special course charges may occur. Refer to your course schedule for updated fee information. You may also view the Anoka-Ramsey Course Fee Policy 5G.2.
Important Dates & Deadlines
March 30
Registration opens
Aug. 3
Tuition due
Aug. 24
Fall semester begins
Aug. 31
Drop for non-payment
Dec. 18
Fall semester ends
Oct. 19
Registration opens
Dec. 17
Tuition due
Jan. 11
Spring semester begins
Jan. 19
Drop for non-payment
May 14
Spring semester ends
Nov. 2
Registration opens
May 10
Tuition due
June 1
Summer semester begins
June 7
Drop for non-payment
Aug. 6
Summer semester ends
Financial Aid Workshops
July
14
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Anoka-Ramsey Community College - Coon Rapids Campus
August
11
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Anoka-Ramsey Community College - Coon Rapids Campus
