Big Bend Community College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$10,184
Average Net Price
49%
Receive Aid
33%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Big Bend Community College is $10,184 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$10,184

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$6,218
$30,001-48,000$6,329
$48,001-75,000$9,240
$75,001-110,000$13,317
$110,000+$14,934

Financial Aid

Big Bend Community College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 49% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 33% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

49%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

33%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $4,909 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $5,443. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $7,309, which is 60% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $4,909

Out-of-State: $5,443

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,909
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,109

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,909
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,609

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,443
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,643

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,443
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,643

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$4,909
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$8,609

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$5,443
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$9,643

Cost Analysis

Analyze how BIGBEND's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Big Bend Community College has increased costs by $2,393, representing a 30.7% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$7,791

Current Year

$10,184

Change

+$2,393

Affordability & Value

Big Bend Community College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Very Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid49%
Pell grant recipients33%
Student-faculty ratio15:1