INVALUABLE, YET AFFORDABLE
As a private college, Morningside is able to offer far more in scholarships and grants than a public college or university so *you won’t pay the full amount.
2026-2027 ACADEMIC YEAR UNDERGRADUATE
Tuition (12-18 Credits)*: $41,270 ($20,635/semester)
*Tuition rates vary for students taking credits above or below the 12-18 credit range. Additional fees may apply.
*Department of Defense flat rate tuition calculation equates to $41,270 x 4 years to complete program = $165,080 divided by 124 credit hours to complete the Undergraduate Program = $1,331 per hour.
*Award packages may fall outside this average range. This number does not reflect private scholarships, student loans, work-study, or other resources and would be applicable to full-time undergraduate students.
(Per credit hour)
Tuition (1-8 credits): $738
Tuition (9-11 credits): $1,280
Tuition (Summer credits): $488
Tuition (Audit credits): $180
Tuition (Senior Citizens 60+ (Undergrad Audit credits): $80
Tuition (Senior Citizens 60+ (Undergrad Credits): 1/2 Regular Rate
BY THE NUMBERS
100%
full-time undergraduate students receive financial aid
25k
minimum average award package on campus
99%
graduate school or career placement rate
VALUE OF A MORNINGSIDE EDUCATION
Experiential Learning
Experience is at the heart of everything we do at Morningside. From interactive classrooms to internships/externships your educational experience matters here.
Set Up for Success
When employers hire one Morningside graduate, they come back asking for more. We make sure you’ll be career-ready from day one.
XP Guarantee
Morningside is committed to providing our students an experience worth their time and money. We guarantee new undergraduate students that you’ll earn your degree in four years or less.
FINANCIAL AID
No matter your educational path, there are ways to help make your time at Morningside more affordable. Learn more about Morningside’s competitive financial aid opportunities.
PAYMENT PLANS
We offer monthly semester payment plans to help you pay your balances in the way that’s right for you. For each method, you can make your monthly payments via ACH direct debit or check. Call the business office at 712-274-5000 if you have any questions.
Contact Us
Questions? We’d love to help. Contact us today.
Morningside University
Office of Student Financial Planning
1501 Morningside Avenue
Sioux City, IA 51106
