Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $1,404
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $8,994
- Average Net Price
- $2,895
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 27.5%
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $19,431
- Books & Supplies
- $938
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 27.7%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 0.3%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 27.5%
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 | $1,360 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $1,477 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $5,267 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $8,346 |
| $110,001+ | $10,059 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most Hartnell families pay far less than the $1,404 sticker price. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $1,360 per year after aid. Even middle-income families earning $48,000-$75,000 pay only $5,267 annually. The college serves the agricultural Salinas Valley, where 83% of students are Hispanic and many are first-generation college students. Over two years, costs range from $2,720 for low-income students to $20,118 for higher earners.
Student debt stays minimal here. Only 0.25% of students take federal loans, reflecting the college's affordability and the community's preference for paying as they go. With 90% employment rates and median earnings reaching $44,316 after ten years, graduates see solid returns on their investment. The best deal goes to local low-income students who can live at home and attend for under $1,400 per year.
Student debt stays minimal here. Only 0.25% of students take federal loans, reflecting the college's affordability and the community's preference for paying as they go. With 90% employment rates and median earnings reaching $44,316 after ten years, graduates see solid returns on their investment. The best deal goes to local low-income students who can live at home and attend for under $1,400 per year.
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