Hillsborough Community College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$3,628
Average Net Price
63%
Receive Aid
54%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Hillsborough Community College is $3,628 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$3,628

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$4,221
$30,001-48,000$6,093
$48,001-75,000$6,262
$75,001-110,000$9,065
$110,000+$0

Financial Aid

Hillsborough Community College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 63% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 54% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

63%

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 $2,506 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $9,111. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $4,906, which is 69% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $2,506

Out-of-State: $9,111

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$2,506
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$17,706

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$2,506
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$17,206

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$9,111
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$24,311

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$9,111
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$24,311

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$2,506
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$6,206

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$9,111
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$13,311

Cost Analysis

Analyze how HCC's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Hillsborough Community College has increased costs by $1,413, representing a 63.8% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$2,215

Current Year

$3,628

Change

+$1,413

Affordability & Value

Hillsborough 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 aid63%
Pell grant recipients54%
Student-faculty ratio23:1