Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $5,338
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $10,917
- Average Net Price
- $7,233
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 25.9%
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $8,640
- Books & Supplies
- $1,800
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $8,749
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $93/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 31.5%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 18.8%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 25.9%
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 | $5,386 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $6,139 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $8,179 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $10,662 |
| $110,001+ | $11,476 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families at Columbus State pay between $5,386 and $11,476 annually depending on their income level. The lowest-income students get the best break at $5,386 per year, while families earning over $110,000 pay the full $11,476. Over two years, total costs range from roughly $10,800 to $23,000.
Columbus State keeps debt manageable for a community college. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,749, translating to monthly payments of just $93. With median earnings hitting $39,435 ten years out, that payment represents less than 3% of monthly income. Only 18.75% of students take federal loans, showing many can afford the program without borrowing.
Low-income students get the sweetest deal here. They pay less than half what wealthy families do and can complete an associate degree for under $11,000 total. The debt burden remains light even for those who borrow.
Columbus State keeps debt manageable for a community college. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,749, translating to monthly payments of just $93. With median earnings hitting $39,435 ten years out, that payment represents less than 3% of monthly income. Only 18.75% of students take federal loans, showing many can afford the program without borrowing.
Low-income students get the sweetest deal here. They pay less than half what wealthy families do and can complete an associate degree for under $11,000 total. The debt burden remains light even for those who borrow.
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