Chesapeake College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$5,095
Average Net Price
68%
Receive Aid
27%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Chesapeake College is $5,095 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$5,095

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$3,527
$30,001-48,000$3,465
$48,001-75,000$6,074
$75,001-110,000$6,940
$110,000+$0

Financial Aid

Chesapeake College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 68% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 27% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

68%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

27%

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 $3,072 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $5,376. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $5,472, which is 66% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $3,072

Out-of-State: $5,376

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$3,072
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$18,272

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$3,072
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$17,772

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,376
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,576

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,376
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,576

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$3,072
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$6,772

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$5,376
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$9,576

Cost Analysis

Analyze how Chesapeake's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Chesapeake College has decreased costs by $328, representing a 6.0% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$5,423

Current Year

$5,095

Change

$-328

Affordability & Value

Chesapeake 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 aid68%
Pell grant recipients27%
Student-faculty ratio14:1