Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $4,865
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $5,354
- Average Net Price
- $6,329
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 21.5%
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $17,952
- Books & Supplies
- $900
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,000
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $127/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 34.2%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 3.9%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 21.5%
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 | $5,808 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $5,570 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $9,070 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $7,563 |
| $110,001+ | $10,224 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Families across income levels pay surprisingly consistent amounts at Seattle Central College. Net prices range from $5,570 for middle-income families earning $30,000-$48,000 to $10,224 for those making over $110,000 annually. Over four years, students can expect total costs between $22,280 and $40,896. Only 7.58% of students receive institutional grants, averaging $5,489.
Graduates leave with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $12,000 translates to monthly payments of $127. With median earnings hitting $54,412 one year after graduation, loan payments represent less than 3% of monthly income. The 89.7% employment rate shows strong job placement despite the 31.40% six-year graduation rate.
In-state students get the best financial deal here. With 97.85% of enrollment from Washington state, residents enjoy the $4,865 tuition rate while out-of-state students pay only $489 more.
Graduates leave with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $12,000 translates to monthly payments of $127. With median earnings hitting $54,412 one year after graduation, loan payments represent less than 3% of monthly income. The 89.7% employment rate shows strong job placement despite the 31.40% six-year graduation rate.
In-state students get the best financial deal here. With 97.85% of enrollment from Washington state, residents enjoy the $4,865 tuition rate while out-of-state students pay only $489 more.
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