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$5,326Tuition
11,455Students
25%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$42,659Earnings
#9 in Rhode IslandPublic2-yearNCCAAStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$5,326
Out-of-State Tuition
$14,210
Average Net Price
$5,240
Students Receiving Financial Aid
43.0%
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$14,457
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Median Debt at Graduation
$10,920
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$116/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
49.8%
Students Taking Federal Loans
9.5%
Pell Grant Recipients
43.0%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $4,873
$30,001 – $48,000 $5,379
$48,001 – $75,000 $5,716
$75,001 – $110,000 $5,625
$110,001+ $6,659

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Cost Overview

Most families pay around $5,240 per year after aid at Community College of Rhode Island. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay $4,873, while those from wealthy families earning over $110,000 pay $6,659. Over two years, total costs range from roughly $9,746 to $13,318. The college keeps costs manageable through Rhode Island's community college system, which prioritizes affordability for working-class students.

Graduates typically owe $10,920 in debt, translating to monthly payments of $116. With median earnings of $42,659 ten years after graduation, loan payments consume about 3.3% of income. Nearly 43% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating significant financial need. The employment rate hits 94.3%, reflecting the college's focus on career-ready programs. Low-income Rhode Island residents get the best deal here, paying under $5,000 annually while gaining access to transfer pathways and workforce training.

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