Winona State University

What is the cost of studying for a year at Winona State University?

Published tuition is only part of the annual cost of attending Winona State University. In the reported 2024-25 figures, full-time undergraduate tuition and required fees totaled about $10,576 for an in-state student and $17,308 for an out-of-state student. Residency classification therefore makes a substantial difference before aid is considered.

• In-state undergraduate tuition: $8,388; required fees: $2,188.
• Out-of-state undergraduate tuition: $15,120; required fees: $2,188.
• Reported annual room and board: $10,240; books and supplies: about $900.

Adding those reported housing, dining, and book estimates produces roughly $21,716 for an in-state student or $28,448 for an out-of-state student before transportation and personal expenses. These are illustrations using figures from the same reporting period, not official all-inclusive bills. Commuters, students with different meal plans, and students enrolled part time will have different costs; current-year charges should be checked before making an enrollment decision.

Financial aid changes the amount a student may ultimately need to cover. In the reported aid data, 98% of students received some form of financial aid, but aid can include loans that must be repaid. Average net price also varies by family income: the reported figure was $11,792 for students from families earning up to $48,000 and $21,307 for those above $110,000. Net price is an average after applicable grant and scholarship aid, not an individual quote. Eligible students should complete the FAFSA and review Minnesota state grants, WSU scholarships, and any veteran or military education benefits for which they qualify.

What are the work-study opportunities at Winona State University?

Winona State University students can seek part-time employment and career-development support while enrolled. Federal Work-Study, when included in a student's aid eligibility, is a way to earn wages through an approved job; it is not a grant paid automatically or a guarantee of a position.

Students seeking Work-Study should complete the FAFSA, review their aid offer, and follow WSU's student-employment application instructions. Other campus jobs may be open to students who do not have a Work-Study award. Hours, openings, and eligibility can differ by department and term, so a student should not build an annual budget around unconfirmed wages.

WSU's career services extend beyond student jobs. Reported offerings include individual and group career counseling, résumé and interview preparation, a job bank, career fairs, employer recruitment, and alumni networking opportunities. Students can use these services to explore majors and pursue internships or post-graduation work, but access to a service is not an employment outcome. An internship is not a university-wide requirement for every student, although a particular program may require fieldwork.