Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $1,547
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $8,870
- Average Net Price
- $15,468
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 22.0%
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $19,431
- Books & Supplies
- $940
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 0.0%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 22.0%
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 | $14,182 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $17,022 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $17,735 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $19,215 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Families earning under $30,000 pay around $14,182 annually at Columbia College, while those making $75,000-$110,000 face costs of $19,215 per year. The two-year total ranges from $28,364 to $38,430 depending on family income. In-state tuition runs just $1,547, making this one of California's more affordable community college options.
Only 22% of students receive financial aid, and just 5% get institutional grants averaging $7,448. The low aid numbers reflect the already modest costs rather than limited generosity. No students take federal loans, which signals the college's affordability for its largely local student body. Students earning a median $39,035 ten years after enrollment can easily handle the minimal debt load.
California residents get the best deal here, representing 97% of enrollment and paying less than the $8,870 out-of-state rate. The Claim Jumpers offer solid value for students staying close to home in the Sierra Nevada foothills.
Only 22% of students receive financial aid, and just 5% get institutional grants averaging $7,448. The low aid numbers reflect the already modest costs rather than limited generosity. No students take federal loans, which signals the college's affordability for its largely local student body. Students earning a median $39,035 ten years after enrollment can easily handle the minimal debt load.
California residents get the best deal here, representing 97% of enrollment and paying less than the $8,870 out-of-state rate. The Claim Jumpers offer solid value for students staying close to home in the Sierra Nevada foothills.
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