GateWay Community College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$12,786
Average Net Price
90%
Receive Aid
56%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at GateWay Community College is $12,786 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$12,786

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$11,696
$30,001-48,000$11,616
$48,001-75,000$15,507
$75,001-110,000$15,848
$110,000+$14,463

Financial Aid

GateWay Community College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 90% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 56% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

90%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

56%

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 $2,358 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $8,958. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $4,758, which is 69% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $2,358

Out-of-State: $8,958

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$2,358
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$17,558

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$2,358
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$17,058

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$8,958
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$24,158

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$8,958
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$24,158

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$2,358
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$6,058

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$8,958
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$13,158

Cost Analysis

Analyze how GATEWAYCC's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, GateWay Community College has increased costs by $2,025, representing a 18.8% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$10,761

Current Year

$12,786

Change

+$2,025

Affordability & Value

GateWay 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 aid90%
Pell grant recipients56%
Student-faculty ratio12:1