Master of Marketing Tuition & Aid
Tuition Decrease for Incoming 2026-2027 Students
A master's in marketing is an investment in your future. You'll gain skills and knowledge to boost your salary, expand your network, and set yourself up for advancing your career. We know cost is one of the most important factors when choosing where to pursue your degree. Here is our estimated tuition for 2026-2027, which is a decrease from the current 2025-2026 tuition:
Master of Marketing 2026-2027 tuition
| Resident Status | Total Tuition |
|---|---|
| Minnesota Resident | $32,000 |
| Non-Resident | $40,000 |
Note: The 2026-2027 tuition is estimated and will be finalized in July 2026 by the University of Minnesota Board of Regents.
Merit scholarships are available. Apply early for the best chance of receiving a merit scholarship.
Current 2025-2026 Tuition
Financial Aid
The University of Minnesota offers many loan programs, administered through the Office of Student Finance. To be considered, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). International students need a U.S. co-signer for student loans. If you have questions about loan programs, visit Financial Aid — One Stop. The University has reciprocity agreements with the states of Wisconsin, North Dakota, and the province of Manitoba, Canada.
Minnesota Carlson and the University of Minnesota award a limited number of academic merit-based scholarships. Scholarship consideration is extremely competitive and the Master of Marketing program will automatically consider applicants for all scholarships for which they are eligible. No special application is required for these scholarships.
International Student Loans
The University of Minnesota does not specifically offer non-US co-signed loans. Some of the options available to you include:
- Prodigy Finance You can find Carlson program-specific information online.
- MPower Student Loan You can find details about The MPower loan program at: https://mpowerfinancing.com/borrow
Please note the University of Minnesota does not solely endorse any one specific loan program.
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Carlson Graduate Assistant Pay Rates
Graduate Assistants play an important role in the University and the Minnesota Carlson community.
Graduate Labor Union - United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America Local 1105 Eligible Positions
| Level | Minimum Hourly Rate | Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $27.95 | Graduate Assistants working for Minnesota Carlson who are not enrolled in a CSOM PhD program. Includes Master's level students and PhD students outside of Minnesota Carlson. |
| 2 | $38.19 | PhD student enrolled in a Carlson PhD program. |
Non Labor Represented Graduate Appointments at Minnesota Carlson
| Job Code | Job Code Title | FY2026 Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 9535 | Professional Program Assistant | $22.84 |