Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $5,040
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $10,080
- Average Net Price
- $9,920
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 30.6%
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $15,078
- Books & Supplies
- $1,710
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,999
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $138/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 35.5%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 20.8%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 30.6%
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 | $8,626 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $8,932 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $10,708 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $13,879 |
| $110,001+ | $15,645 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay between $8,626 and $15,645 annually depending on income. Students from families earning under $30,000 get the best financial deal at $8,626 per year. Those from higher-income families earning over $110,000 pay the full $15,645. A two-year associate degree costs roughly $17,252 to $31,290 total. Only 7.96% of students receive institutional grants averaging $5,055.
Graduates typically manage their debt well in Portland's job market. The median debt of $12,999 translates to monthly payments of $138. Ten years after graduation, median earnings reach $44,592, making loan payments manageable at roughly 3.7% of income. The 35.54% loan repayment rate reflects the challenge many community college students face balancing work and studies. Students from low-income families get the strongest value proposition, paying less than half what wealthier families pay while accessing the same career training programs.
Graduates typically manage their debt well in Portland's job market. The median debt of $12,999 translates to monthly payments of $138. Ten years after graduation, median earnings reach $44,592, making loan payments manageable at roughly 3.7% of income. The 35.54% loan repayment rate reflects the challenge many community college students face balancing work and studies. Students from low-income families get the strongest value proposition, paying less than half what wealthier families pay while accessing the same career training programs.
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