Modesto Junior College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$12,904
Average Net Price
62%
Receive Aid
32%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Modesto Junior College is $12,904 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$12,904

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$4,463
$30,001-48,000$4,521
$48,001-75,000$11,392
$75,001-110,000$13,809
$110,000+$0

Financial Aid

Modesto Junior College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 62% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 32% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

62%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

32%

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 $1,270 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $8,870. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $3,670, which is 75% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $1,270

Out-of-State: $8,870

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,270
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$16,470

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,270
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$15,970

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$8,870
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$24,070

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$8,870
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$24,070

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$1,270
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$4,970

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$8,870
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$13,070

Cost Analysis

Analyze how MJC's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Modesto Junior College has decreased costs by $1,563, representing a 10.8% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$14,467

Current Year

$12,904

Change

$-1,563

Affordability & Value

Modesto Junior 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 aid62%
Pell grant recipients32%
Student-faculty ratio18:1