Merced Community College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$6,271
Average Net Price
87%
Receive Aid
33%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Merced Community College is $6,271 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$6,271

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$3,274
$30,001-48,000$4,119
$48,001-75,000$6,053
$75,001-110,000$9,198
$110,000+$10,577

Financial Aid

Merced Community College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 87% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 33% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

87%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

33%

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 $1,104 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $1,104. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $3,504, which is 76% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $1,104

Out-of-State: $1,104

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,104
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$16,304

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,104
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$15,804

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,104
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$16,304

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,104
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$16,304

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$1,104
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$4,804

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$1,104
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$5,304

Cost Analysis

Analyze how MCCD's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Merced Community College has decreased costs by $663, representing a 9.6% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$6,934

Current Year

$6,271

Change

$-663

Affordability & Value

Merced 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 aid87%
Pell grant recipients33%
Student-faculty ratio27:1