Tuition Rates
Tuition is based on enrollment type and registered units. Full-time estimates assume a typical load of 12-15 units, while part-time students are charged according to the units in their confirmed schedule.
Published rates are planning estimates and do not become a final student balance until registration, residency or enrollment classification, and applicable course charges are confirmed.
- Resident full-time estimate: $2,850 per term.
- Resident part-time estimate: $245 per unit.
- International full-time estimate: $5,900 per term.
- Visiting or special-program enrollment is reviewed individually.
Required College Fees
Required fees support technology, student services, campus operations, and resources used across multiple courses. Some fees are assessed once per term, while others depend on enrollment or program participation.
- Student services fee: $165 per term.
- Technology and learning systems fee: $95 per term.
- Campus facilities fee: $75 per term.
- Student identification fee: $20 when a new or replacement card is issued.
Course and Program Charges
Certain laboratory, studio, health science, digital media, and field-based courses require materials or equipment beyond standard tuition. These charges appear with the course before registration is finalized.
- Laboratory and consumable material fees.
- Software, digital platform, or portfolio access.
- Protective equipment or program uniforms.
- Field experience, certification, or background-screening costs when applicable.
Books and Learning Materials
Students should plan approximately $350-$650 per term for books, digital access, printing, and supplies. Actual cost depends on the number and type of courses, and some classes use lower-cost or library-supported materials.
Living and Transportation Costs
Tuition is only one part of college affordability. Commuting students should also budget for transportation, meals, technology, child care, and reduced work hours. International and relocating students may need a separate housing and living-expense plan.
Getting an Individual Estimate
Financial Services can prepare a planning estimate after a student identifies an enrollment type, intended program, expected course load, and any special program requirements. The estimate is not a guarantee of aid or final charges.
Estimated Direct Costs by Enrollment Type
The estimates below show common direct charges for one term before scholarships, grants, sponsorships, or payment arrangements.
| Enrollment Type | Tuition | Required Fees | Estimated Books | Estimated Direct Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resident full-time | $2,850 | $335 | $500 | $3,685 |
| Resident part-time, 6 units | $1,470 | $260 | $350 | $2,080 |
| International full-time | $5,900 | $335 | $550 | $6,785 |
| Visiting student, 3 units | $735 | $185 | $225 | $1,145 |