Mercer County Community College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$5,333
Average Net Price
61%
Receive Aid
30%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Mercer County Community College is $5,333 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$5,333

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$4,034
$30,001-48,000$4,332
$48,001-75,000$7,390
$75,001-110,000$10,916
$110,000+$12,237

Financial Aid

Mercer County Community College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 61% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 30% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

61%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

30%

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 $3,684 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $5,035. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $6,084, which is 64% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $3,684

Out-of-State: $5,035

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$3,684
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$18,884

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$3,684
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$18,384

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,035
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,235

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,035
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,235

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$3,684
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$7,384

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$5,035
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$9,235

Cost Analysis

Analyze how MCCC's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Mercer County Community College has decreased costs by $347, representing a 6.1% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$5,680

Current Year

$5,333

Change

$-347

Affordability & Value

Mercer County 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 aid61%
Pell grant recipients30%
Student-faculty ratio16:1