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$2,538Tuition
854Students
54%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$32,742Earnings
#21 in North CarolinaPublic2-yearData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$2,538
Out-of-State Tuition
$8,682
Average Net Price
$7,697
Students Receiving Financial Aid
28.3%
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$8,514
Books & Supplies
$2,702
Students Taking Federal Loans
0.0%
Pell Grant Recipients
28.3%

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 $7,517
$30,001 – $48,000 $7,977
$48,001 – $75,000 $8,131
$75,001 – $110,000 $6,099

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Cost Overview

Families typically pay around $7,700 per year at Montgomery Community College after financial aid. Net costs range from $7,500 for families earning under $30,000 to $8,100 for middle-income households. A two-year associate degree costs roughly $15,400 total. The sticker price of $2,538 for in-state students reflects North Carolina's commitment to affordable community college education.

Students here graduate with virtually no federal loan debt since the federal loan rate sits at 0%. This debt-free approach makes sense given that graduates earn a median of $35,400 one year after completing their programs. The 5:1 student-faculty ratio means personalized attention that helps justify the cost. Only 3% of students receive institutional grants, but the low base tuition keeps education accessible. Rural students get the best deal here, with 95% of enrollment coming from North Carolina and most staying local after graduation.

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