Houston Community College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$6,287
Average Net Price
39%
Receive Aid
58%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Houston Community College is $6,287 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$6,287

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$6,102
$30,001-48,000$6,913
$48,001-75,000$8,693
$75,001-110,000$11,187
$110,000+$11,356

Financial Aid

Houston Community College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 39% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 58% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

39%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

58%

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 $4,344 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $5,460. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $6,744, which is 62% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $4,344

Out-of-State: $5,460

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,344
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,544

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,344
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,044

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,460
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,660

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,460
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,660

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$4,344
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$8,044

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$5,460
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$9,660

Cost Analysis

Analyze how HCC's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Houston Community College has increased costs by $179, representing a 2.9% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$6,108

Current Year

$6,287

Change

+$179

Affordability & Value

Houston 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 aid39%
Pell grant recipients58%
Student-faculty ratio19:1