Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $1,147
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $7,783
- Average Net Price
- $3,214
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 33.4%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $8,577
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $16,893
- Books & Supplies
- $938
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $10,662
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $8,080
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $86/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 36.0%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 5.4%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 33.4%
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 | $2,129 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $3,237 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $6,106 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $9,044 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay far less than the $1,147 sticker price at College of the Redwoods. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $2,129 per year after aid, while those from families making $30,000 to $48,000 pay $3,237. Even middle-class families earning $48,000 to $75,000 pay only $6,106 annually. Since this is a two-year program, total costs range from about $4,300 to $12,200 for a complete degree.
The debt burden stays manageable because community colleges keep costs low. Graduates who borrow carry a median debt of $8,080, which translates to monthly payments of just $86. With median earnings of $36,243 ten years after graduation, these payments represent a small fraction of income. Only 5.39% of students even need federal loans. The best deal goes to low-income students, who can earn a degree for under $4,500 total, and local residents, since 96.65% of students are California residents paying in-state rates.
The debt burden stays manageable because community colleges keep costs low. Graduates who borrow carry a median debt of $8,080, which translates to monthly payments of just $86. With median earnings of $36,243 ten years after graduation, these payments represent a small fraction of income. Only 5.39% of students even need federal loans. The best deal goes to low-income students, who can earn a degree for under $4,500 total, and local residents, since 96.65% of students are California residents paying in-state rates.
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