Community College of Allegheny County Cost & Financial Aid Information

$7,773
Average Net Price
95%
Receive Aid
29%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Community College of Allegheny County is $7,773 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$7,773

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$6,510
$30,001-48,000$7,414
$48,001-75,000$9,633
$75,001-110,000$12,758
$110,000+$13,905

Financial Aid

Community College of Allegheny County demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 95% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 29% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

95%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

29%

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 $3,780 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $7,560. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $6,180, which is 64% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $3,780

Out-of-State: $7,560

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$3,780
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$18,980

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$3,780
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$18,480

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$7,560
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$22,760

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$7,560
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$22,760

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$3,780
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$7,480

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$7,560
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$11,760

Cost Analysis

Analyze how CCAC's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Community College of Allegheny County has decreased costs by $366, representing a 4.5% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$8,139

Current Year

$7,773

Change

$-366

Affordability & Value

Community College of Allegheny County 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 aid95%
Pell grant recipients29%
Student-faculty ratio17:1