Clark State College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$8,192
Average Net Price
48%
Receive Aid
54%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Clark State College is $8,192 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$8,192

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$6,993
$30,001-48,000$7,049
$48,001-75,000$9,803
$75,001-110,000$11,597
$110,000+$11,879

Financial Aid

Clark State College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 48% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 54% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

48%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

54%

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 $4,200 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $7,809. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $6,600, which is 62% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $4,200

Out-of-State: $7,809

In-State Students

On Campus Living

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

Total Estimated Cost$19,400

Off Campus Living

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

Total Estimated Cost$18,900

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$7,809
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$23,009

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$7,809
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$23,009

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

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

Total$7,900

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$7,809
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$12,009

Cost Analysis

Analyze how CLARKSTATE's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Clark State College has increased costs by $1,520, representing a 22.8% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$6,672

Current Year

$8,192

Change

+$1,520

Affordability & Value

Clark State 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 aid48%
Pell grant recipients54%
Student-faculty ratio13:1