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$1,506Tuition
4,410Students
44%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$47,169Earnings
Public2-yearIndependentStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$1,506
Out-of-State Tuition
$12,246
Average Net Price
$2,244
Students Receiving Financial Aid
24.1%
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$19,431
Books & Supplies
$938
Loan Repayment Rate
34.0%
Students Taking Federal Loans
0.2%
Pell Grant Recipients
24.1%

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 $923
$30,001 – $48,000 $2,040
$48,001 – $75,000 $3,999
$75,001 – $110,000 $5,515
$110,001+ $7,251

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Cost Overview

Most Gavilan College students pay far less than the $1,506 sticker price. Families earning under $30,000 pay just $923 per year after aid, while those making $30,000-$48,000 pay around $2,040. Even families earning over $110,000 pay only $7,251 annually. The average net price across all income levels hits $2,244. Over two years, total costs range from under $2,000 for low-income students to about $14,500 for wealthy families.

The college keeps debt burden minimal. Only 0.16% of students take federal loans, reflecting the school's affordability and California's robust financial aid. With 89.3% of graduates finding employment and median earnings reaching $47,169 within ten years, students typically see strong returns on their investment. Low-income students get the best deal here, often completing their education for less than many families spend on a single semester at four-year universities.

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