College Expenses

How much does college cost? You can go to any specific school's website to get the latest figures in tuition but here is a general breakdown to give you an idea of what lies ahead for a full-time enrollment schedule.

Tuition Costs
In Washington State, costs will range according to the type of school you enroll in. For a community college, one year will cost $2,000 to $2,500. For a four-year public college, tuition costs for residents average more in the range of $4,000 to $5,000 for one year. Vocational school tuitions vary by the skill and expertise studied.

Additional costs
Besides tuition, there are a number of costs you will need to consider for any kind of school. Room and board provides for housing and meals. Depending on what type of accommodation you live in (dorm room or apartment), costs can be between $6,000 to $12,000 per year. Books and other supplies run up to $1,000. You may also want to consider transportation costs if you choose to live off campus.

 

 

 

1. How can I lower my costs?

2. What programs can help me pay for college tuition?

3. What if I am considered a non-resident student?

How can I prepare myself better to cover college costs?

Learn to budget early so you can start saving a
little money for school each month. Apply for financial aid early, buy used text books and try to find a part-time job that will accommodate your future class schedule.