Highline College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$11,072
Average Net Price
46%
Receive Aid
26%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Highline College is $11,072 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$11,072

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$6,996
$30,001-48,000$7,833
$48,001-75,000$9,543
$75,001-110,000$12,535
$110,000+$8,575

Financial Aid

Highline College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 46% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 26% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

46%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

26%

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 $4,623 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $5,156. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $7,023, which is 61% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $4,623

Out-of-State: $5,156

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,623
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,823

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,623
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,323

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,156
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,356

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,156
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,356

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$4,623
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$8,323

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$5,156
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$9,356

Cost Analysis

Analyze how Highline's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Highline College has increased costs by $1,190, representing a 12.0% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$9,882

Current Year

$11,072

Change

+$1,190

Affordability & Value

Highline 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 aid46%
Pell grant recipients26%
Student-faculty ratio14:1