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How to Calculate Your Financial Need
Cost of Attendance (COA) − Expected Family Contribution (EFC) = Financial Need
The Cost of Attendance is an estimate of a student’s educational expenses for their period of enrollment. It establishes average costs for different categories of students (i.e. full time vs. part time, in-state tuition vs. out of state tuition, etc) and is the cornerstone for determining a student’s financial need for “need-based” grants, loans, and work-study. It also sets a limit on the total federal aid that a student may receive.
For information on MSU Denver’s Tuition and Fees, please visit the Tuition and Fees website.
Undergraduate Cost of Attendance
| PRELIMINARY COST OF ATTENDANCE FOR THE 2022-2023 ACADEMIC YEAR NOTE: Tuition & fees below based on enrollment of 12 credit hours |
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| Type of Student Expense | Colorado Resident living off-campus | Colorado Resident living with family | Non-Resident living off-campus | Non-Resident living with family |
| Tuition & Fees | $4,082.09* | $4,082.09* | $11,074.49 | $11,074.49 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,460 | $1,460 | $1,460 | $1,460 |
| Room & Board | $13,160 | $5,340 | $13,160 | $5,340 |
| Transportation | $1,850 | $1,850 | $1,850 | $1,850 |
| Health Insurance | $2,508 | $2,508 | $2,508 | $2,508 |
| Loan Fees | $72 | $72 | $72 | $72 |
| Miscellaneous ** | $1,650 | $1,850 | $1,650 | $1,480 |
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*Tuition and Fees for Colorado Residents who apply for and have a Colorado Opportunity Fund (COF) Stipend authorized by the State of Colorado. COF stipends are state funds that currently reduce the cost of tuition by $94 per credit. |
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| PRELIMINARY COST OF ATTENDANCE FOR THE 2021-2022 ACADEMIC YEAR NOTE: Tuition & fees below based on enrollment of 12 credit hours |
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| Type of Student Expense | Colorado Resident living off-campus | Colorado Resident living with family | Non-Resident living off-campus | Non-Resident living with family |
| Tuition & Fees | $4,082.09* | $4,082.09* | $11,074.49 | $11,074.49 |
| Books & Supplies | $1460 | $1,460 | $1,460 | $1,460 |
| Room & Board | $13,160 | $5,340 | $13,160 | $5,340 |
| Transportation | $1,850 | $1,850 | $1,850 | $1,850 |
| Health Insurance | $2,508 | $2,508 | $2,508 | $2,508 |
| Loan Fees | $72 | $72 | $72 | $72 |
| Miscellaneous ** | $1,650 | $1,850 | $1,650 | $1,480 |
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*Tuition and Fees for Colorado Residents who apply for and have a Colorado Opportunity Fund (COF) Stipend authorized by the State of Colorado. COF stipends are state funds that currently reduce the cost of tuition by $94 per credit. |
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Your EFC is an index number that college financial aid staff use to determine how much financial aid you would receive if you were to attend their school. The information you report on your FAFSA form is used to calculate your EFC.
The EFC is calculated according to a formula established by law. Your family’s taxed and untaxed income, assets, and benefits (such as unemployment or Social Security) all could be considered in the formula. Also considered are your family size and the number of family members who will attend college or career school during the year. The EFC Formula guide shows exactly how an EFC is calculated.
Graduate Cost of Attendance
For information on MSU Denver’s Graduate Tuition and Fees, please visit the Tuition and Fees website. Costs vary my program.
Cost Glossary
- Tuition & Fees: The amount of money that must be paid for classes; amounts may be based on residency status, course level, and instructional method. Other fees may be assessed in addition to tuition. Rates are approved by the MSU Denver Board of Trustees each year, and are usually available in early July.
- Books & Supplies: The estimated amount for required course materials and books.
- Room & Meals: The estimated costs for rent, utilities, and meals. Your actual amount may vary based on your personal choices and whether you live at home with a family member or off campus. There are no residence halls on MSU Denver’s campus.
- Personal Expenses: This is an estimate of costs for clothing, haircuts, entertainment, etc. for the year. Money actually spent on these types of items will vary from student to student. These items will not appear on your MSU Denver’s bill.
- Transportation Expenses: This is an estimate of the cost of traveling to and from campus or the cost of operating and maintaining a vehicle. With the exception of the transportation fee for RTD (COVID changes may apply such as opt-in or opt-out options provided by Office of Bursar), you will not be billed directly for transportation costs.
- Loan Fees: There is an origination fee for Federal Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized student loans, which is taken out of the loan before funds are sent to MSU Denver. These funds help cover the costs associated with the loan servicer companies that manage your student loans. The amount listed is the average fee for students who borrow these loans. Actual fees will depend on the amount you borrow (if any).