University of Minnesota tuition up more than 200% since 1985, but increases have slowed

After adjusting for inflation to current dollars, tuition at the U hasn't grown as much as the nationwide price index for the cost of college, but has still increased at almost twice the pace of the overall cost of living. Compared to other major categories of basic living expenses, only medical costs have increased as much.

Percent change in real price since 1985

- Consumer Price Index current baseline is set at 1982-84.
- University of Minnesota historic tuition data does not include fees, except for years 2001-2010 when both were combined in the data.