Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $4,904
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $18,104
- Average Net Price
- $4,576
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 30.0%
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $10,170
- Books & Supplies
- $1,800
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $8,500
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $90/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 44.4%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 5.4%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 30.0%
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 | $3,657 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $4,253 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $6,240 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $7,240 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay far less than the $4,904 sticker price at Columbia State Community College. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $3,657 per year, while those from higher-income households ($75,000 to $110,000) pay $7,240 annually. The typical student pays $4,576 after aid. Over two years, that adds up to about $9,000 total, making this one of the most affordable paths to higher education in Tennessee.
Students who do borrow graduate with just $8,500 in debt, which translates to $90 monthly payments. With graduates earning $40,256 ten years later, that payment represents less than 3% of their income. Only 5.38% of students even take federal loans. The best deal goes to local students from working-class families, who get both the lowest net price and can live at home while earning credits that transfer to four-year schools.
Students who do borrow graduate with just $8,500 in debt, which translates to $90 monthly payments. With graduates earning $40,256 ten years later, that payment represents less than 3% of their income. Only 5.38% of students even take federal loans. The best deal goes to local students from working-class families, who get both the lowest net price and can live at home while earning credits that transfer to four-year schools.
Official Net Price Calculator
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