Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $5,109
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $5,643
- Average Net Price
- $7,600
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 20.9%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $17,865
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $17,865
- Books & Supplies
- $762
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $23,736
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 0.0%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 20.9%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $7,196 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $7,525 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $10,081 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $9,045 |
| $110,001+ | $8,039 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay around $7,600 annually at Centralia College, well below the $23,736 sticker price. Net costs range from $7,196 for families earning under $30,000 to $8,039 for those making over $110,000. Over four years, students can expect to pay roughly $30,400 total. The college keeps costs manageable with modest tuition increases and limited room and board expenses.
Only 12.6% of students receive institutional grants averaging $3,883, but the low base price means most don't need significant aid. Graduates earn a median $43,140 ten years later, providing solid return on investment for a community college. The 97% in-state student body benefits most, paying just $5,109 in tuition compared to $5,643 for out-of-state students. Washington residents get strong value here, with costs staying predictable across all income levels.
Only 12.6% of students receive institutional grants averaging $3,883, but the low base price means most don't need significant aid. Graduates earn a median $43,140 ten years later, providing solid return on investment for a community college. The 97% in-state student body benefits most, paying just $5,109 in tuition compared to $5,643 for out-of-state students. Washington residents get strong value here, with costs staying predictable across all income levels.
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