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$4,038Tuition
1,236Students
42%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$27,836Earnings
#1 in Northern Mariana IslandsPublic4-yearData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$4,038
Out-of-State Tuition
$5,520
Average Net Price
$2,795
Students Receiving Financial Aid
73.7%
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$6,800
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Students Taking Federal Loans
0.0%
Pell Grant Recipients
73.7%

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 $2,235
$30,001 – $48,000 $3,182
$48,001 – $75,000 $4,258
$75,001 – $110,000 $4,639

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Cost Overview

Most families pay $2,795 annually at Northern Marianas College, far below the $4,038 sticker price. Low-income families pay just $2,235 per year, while those earning up to $110,000 pay around $4,639. Over four years, expect total costs between $8,940 and $18,556. Nearly 74% of students receive financial aid, reflecting the college's role serving Pacific Island communities where many families have limited resources.

Students graduate debt-free since none take federal loans. This matters when median earnings start at $13,022 in the first year after graduation. The college's community college structure keeps costs manageable for local students, with 99% coming from in-state. Pacific Islander and Asian students get the best financial deal here, representing the vast majority of enrollment while accessing education at prices that work for island economies.

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